Life throws us all some serious curveballs, and Ted knows this firsthand. He went through a series of heartbreaking losses: His mother died in a car accident when he was only a 14-year-old. His 9-year-old brother was kidnapped and murdered, later his sister ended her own life. At 43, he lost his father to poor health. As he reflects on all the loss, he has found a silver lining. A message of hope and a path to better health. In this Ted Talk episode, Ted is going to talk about the impact of tragedy and how overcoming adversity shaped his philosophy on health and longevity. Listen now!

Giving up often seems like the easiest way out of tough situations. That’s why many people give up on themselves and their health at some point in their life. But what makes people give up so easily? In this episode, Ted sheds light on why people give up, how to persist through stressful times, and strategies to motivate yourself and stay focused through difficult times. Listen Now!