#166 Fran Drescher on Why You Need to Put Yourself First | Impact Theory

On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Fran Drescher talks openly about the mistakes she made when first trying to heal, then describes what actually worked. She also details the efforts she makes to trust and take control of her body, discusses what it really means to live in the present moment, and even shares some simple actions anyone can take that kill viruses. This episode is brought to you by: WHOOP. For 15% off your order, go to https://www.whoop.com and use discount code IT at checkout. Butcher Box: Go to ButcherBox.com/IMPACT OR enter promo code IMPACT at checkout for $10 off your box. Fully: Save $50 off the Jarvis standing desk when you visit fully.com/IMPACTTHEORY Skillshare: Explore your creativity at skillshare.com/impacttheory for 2 free months of Premium Membership. SHOW NOTES:  UHF is the movie Tom has seen more than any other [0:43] What is the secret to overcoming trauma? [1:39] Fran credits her closest friends with helping her deal with her most severe trauma [7:57] Fran talks about how her dogs have also helped her, and why her dog now is part wolf [12:40] Fran did make the mistake of trying to be superwoman, and trying to ignore her pain [14:00] Fran discusses the way emotional trauma lodges itself in specific areas of the body [17:22] Why you have to get comfortable sitting with your pain [20:37] Buddhism helped Fran become more present [22:59] Time escapes us because we dwell in the future or the past [25:47] Look around yourself. Notice where you are. [28:33] Fran continued her friendship with the woman who was raped in her home [30:33] Fran talks about how experiencing cancer makes it harder to trust your body [32:16] Why you have to take control of your body, especially in the midst of a pandemic [35:28] Honor your body [38:39] Fran discusses common household products that are making us sick [40:08] Fran explains what grounding is and why it matters [41:10] Fran talks about simple actions and remedies that kill viruses [44:22] Laughter really is the best medicine [45:27] Fran shares the impact she wants to have on the world [50:47]  FOLLOW FRAN:  INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/39x7Ad5  FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/2w4A5Bi  TWITTER: https://bit.ly/2Jx6ALO  Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact? If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you. Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.  This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day. Subscription Benefits: Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more: Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement Money Mindset: Business & Finance Relationship Theory: Relationships Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices