Amit Sood MD Everyday Health MenuNewslettersSearch Resilience Resource CenterWellness Amit Sood MD By Everyday Health EditorsReviewed: July 13, 2022Fact-Checked Executive Director of the Global Center for Resiliency and Well-BeingPhoto Courtesy of the Mayo ClinicFrom meditating with a Himalayan monk and dialoging with His Holiness Dalai Lama to reviewing research grants in an NIH study section and serving as a full professor at Mayo Clinic, Everyday Health Wellness Advisory Board member Amit Sood, MD, has collected wisdom from a variety of enriching experiences that he integrates to develop novel resiliency solutions. Dr. Sood is the creator of SMART (Stress Management and Resiliency Training), the Resilient Option, Certified Resilience Trainer, and Year of Healing programs; and the mobile apps Mood Candy and Zizo: Your Resilience Pal. He serves as a member of the BetterUp Scientific Advisory Board. He is one of the world's leading experts on resilience and well-being, and executive director of the Global Center for Resiliency and Wellbeing. He is a former professor of medicine, and Carla and Russ Paonessa Chair for student life and wellness at Mayo Clinic. Dr. Sood has authored or coauthored over 70 peer-reviewed papers and is the author of several books including, The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living, The Mayo Clinic Handbook for Happiness, Mindfulness Redesigned, SMART With Dr. Sood, The Resilience Journal, Build Your Immune Resilience, 2021: Your Year of Healing, and That Makes Sense. Dr. Sood has presented at some of the highest impact forums, such as TEDx, Lake Nona, Forbes Under 30 Forum, Conference Board, Beckers, YPO, NPR, NAMI, NASA, One Mind @Work, and Business Group of Health, as well as at keynotes for Fortune 500 companies, universities, foundations, and others. He has received numerous awards, including the 2010 Distinguished Service, 2010 Innovator of the Year, 2013 Outstanding Physician Scientist, and 2016 Faculty of the Year awards, all from Mayo Clinic. He was selected as one among the top 20 intelligent optimist in the world (Ode Magazine). Dr. Sood was also selected by RWJ Foundation as one of the healthcare pioneers. NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Healthy Living Newsletter SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The Latest in Wellness What Is Lion s Mane A Beginner s Guide to This Mushroom s Healing PropertiesBy Lauren BedoskyOctober 3, 2022 7 Potential Health Benefits of Lion s Mane MushroomsFrom theoretically protecting against heart disease and diabetes to improving brain and immune health, lion’s mane mushrooms may have wellness perks to...By Lauren BedoskyOctober 3, 2022 5 Potential Health Benefits of Biofeedback TherapyAttention to subtle changes in body functions may boost mental health, speed recovery from surgery or stroke, treat urinary incontinence, and more. Here...By Lauren BedoskySeptember 27, 2022 What Is Biofeedback Therapy A Beginner s Guide to This Health ApproachBy Lauren BedoskySeptember 27, 2022 What Is Gua Sha A Guide to This Traditional Chinese Medicine Wellness PracticeBy Lauren BedoskyAugust 22, 2022 What Is Tongue Scraping A Beginner s Guide to This Oral Health TechniqueBy Lauren BedoskyAugust 22, 2022 5 Potential Health Benefits of Tongue ScrapingFrom better oral health to smoother digestion, there may be reasons to incorporate this Ayurvedic tradition into your daily routine.By Lauren BedoskyAugust 22, 2022 5 Potential Health Benefits of Gua ShaThis traditional Chinese medicine technique may help relieve pain, boost circulation, and improve symptoms of some diseases. Find out how.By Lauren BedoskyAugust 22, 2022 What Is Infrared Sauna Therapy A Complete Guide for BeginnersBy Jessica MigalaJune 28, 2022 5 Potential Health Benefits of Infrared Sauna TherapyFrom reducing stress to soothing inflammation and boosting post-workout recovery, this therapy may help enhance your overall wellness.By Jessica MigalaJune 28, 2022 MORE IN 6 Weird Things Swimming Does to Your Body 10 Common Skin Problems and What They May Mean Everything You Need to Know About Ginkgo Biloba