Ancient Wisdom for Modern Health

Explore Men​'s H​ealth & wellbeing, male bonding, male camaraderie, success​ & more from the perspective of ​Ayurveda, ayurvedic medicine and yoga with ​Fi​​rst ​Li​​ght Li​ving coach, ​Geoff McKenzie from Vancouver, Canada. ​Discover ​why it's so important for men to connect with each other, to share their highs and lows​ &​ embrace vulnerability​. Learn simple tips t​o start on the road to better health as well as what ​'​partners​'​ can do to encourage this process.   

Morning routines are all the rage in productivity and performance circles today. Ayurveda however has promoted a morning routine for thousands of years based on optimal health.   Learn the ideal morning practices to maximise health and longevity, incl; tongue scraping, nasya, sun gazing, gandusha (oil pulling), oil gargling, meditation, exercise, Surya namaska (Sun salutes), stool analysis (eating your breakfast or dinner while listening not recommended!) , Abhyanga (self oil massage) , yoga asanas, pranayama breathing and more.  * Don't worry, it won't take you until dinner time to complete!   #Ayurveda #Ayurvedicmedicine #morningroutine #Dinacharya #tonguescraping #nasya #abhyanga  #longevity

The Quantum world is where the most powerful forces for evolution and change exist.  Our mindset determines whether we achieve our dreams, goals, desires (or not).  In this episode, Rick Thompson, Author of The Quantum Mindset outlines what's possible  when we change our mindset from the Quantum reality. Learn why having goals from the conscious level of thinking  usually results in failure and how we need to access the subconscious mind to make real change and bring our deepest desires to fulfillment.   #QuantumMindset #RickThompson #QuantumPhysics #Subconsciousmind #Quantumreality #TheQuantumMindset

In this final episode, Mark outlines 3 practical breathing exercises to start increasing your control pause or B.O.L.T Score (the measure of your breathing health). Learn how every 5 seconds you improve your score will result in a significantly improved your level of health. Learn the importance of breath holds and how to do them safely and effectively.   Mark also outlines his upcoming 'Enlightened Breathing' online video tutorial course based on all things ancient wisdom, Ayurveda, pranayama breathing techniques, pranan and mind-body balance.    #breathing #nasalbreathing #JamesNestor #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #Apnea #sleepapnea #Snoring

In the 2nd episode of Mark's Breathing Series, he explores the lost art of correct breathing posture, chewing & 'mewing'!   Drawing on some of the great wisdom in James Nestor's Book, Breath, learn why 50+% of people suffer airway obstruction (sleep apnea, snoring, anxiety, fatigue, asthma, allergies, reduced athletic performance etc) and the 3 simple things you can do today to help correct it. Get Mark's homework for straighter teeth, stronger bones, significantly better breathing and overall health.   #breathing #nasalbreathing #JamesNestor #Breath #Chewing #Mewing #Apnea #sleepapnea #Snoring

For millenia, great yogis, enlightened masters and monks who could perform seemingly supernatural feats (e.g. survive in ice-cold conditions for days) have taught that one of the most misunderstood pillars of extraordinary health, self-healing & physical performance is ... How we Breathe! James Nestor and his fabulous new book 'Breathe', has again brought to light the incredible power of breathing to help reduce (and often eliminate) asthma, snoring, sleep apnea, anxiety, insomnia, allergies, chronic fatigue & boost athletic performance.  In Part 1 of Mark's 'Ancient Wisdom Breathe Series' learn what's possible through your breathe + get started with your first 3 exercises, tips & tricks. #breathe #breathing #nasalbreathing #JamesNestor #Snoring #sleepapnea #jamesnestorbook #yogicbreathing

Mark is joined by Raamon Newman - CEO of New Mavericks Global Consulting LA and Sara Diehl - Empire Coaching Colombus OH - looking at how business leaders (and indeed anyone leading a family, sporting group or business) can protect themselves and their team in these turbulent times.    Learn how things like raising your level of coherence, purification and developing spontaneous right action are the keys to future business success & avoid the mistakes many business leaders make. All based on the great new book, The Science of Protection.    #raamonnewman #newmavericks #ceohealth #saradiehl #ceos #leadership #leaders

Join Mark and Sam Makhoul - founder of Upgrade Your Life - as they explore Sam's brilliant Insights into Journalling. Learn how many of the world's top performers use it as a performance hack & peak productivity strategy and how you can use it as a form of positive psychology and promoting optimal mental health (Discover how it can help reduce anxiety & negative emotions).   In Sam's words, "Its therapy... that doesn't cost you a cent. "   #Journalling #SamMakhoul #Productivityhacks #PositivePsychology #MentalHealth #Anxiety  

The incredible Kerwin Rae - Australia's leading Business strategist with millions of followers worldwide interwiews Mark on all things Intermittent fasting (including the dangers not commonly discussed), meditation for peak performance and Sun Gazing. It includes Kerwin's own remarkable experiences and benefits + him digging into Mark's AFL football career and his personal journey to Ayuvedic Medicine and the natural Eastern Health Sciences. Fascinating and fun. Show notes = kerwinrae.com #KerwinRae #KerwinRaePodcast #TM #TrancendentalMeditation #SunGazing #IntermittentFasting #Fasting

Sam Makhoul from 'Upgrade your Life' interviews Mark on RUOK Day discussing all things mental health, economic shifts, astrology and how we can help those suffering most.   Hear Marks surprising answer to the question of what people struggling during COVID can do to improve their emotional health. Learn about the phase transition of world consciousness and how despite the difficult time at present, a big shift towards greatest spirituality, peace and harmony in the world is underway.   #Mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #mentalhealthtips #sammakhoul #consciousness #veda #Vedic #astrology 

The eternal question. Is life pre-determined or is it up to us? Nature or Nurture? Are we masters of our destiny or at the hands of fate?    Using Ancient Vedic Wisdom & Covid 19 as a real-life practical example this episode answers these questions. Learn about Astrology, Vedic astrology (Jyotish), futurism & other predictive sciences and how we can use them to our advantage.   Also, learn a key wisdom for successful action and overall success in life from the famous Bhagavad Gita.   #astrology #freewill #jyotish #determinism #vedicastrology #vedicwisdom #bhagavadgita

Learn 4 simple ancient breathing practices to help supercharge your digestion, detoxication, and internal massaging of important organs. Use them to reduce anxiety &/or insomnia, relax body and mind, improve exercise performance & calm down the fight or flight stress response.   Certified international yoga teacher and holistic nutrition coach, Annie Ellis West joins Mark for this fabulous episode.   #pranayama #yogabreathing #breathingtips #yogicbreathing #nasalbreathing #insomniatips #digestiontips #breathingtechniques 

Learn the proven keys to optimal gut health with leading international researcher  Dr. Keith Wallace. We look at the latest science & the unique wisdom of Ayurvedic medicine. Learn ... - About your gut microbiome, gut-brain axis +  practical how-to's for improving your gut health immediately.  - How the Ayurvedic body types have their own microbiome  - How there's different microbiomes for each season  - The 'lung microbiome' and it's importance with Covid-19  - Why natural births (not cesareans) and breastfeeding are so important wherever possible   - The best diet and lifestyle tips for gut health, energy, immunity and more   #microbiome #keithwallace #drkeithwallace #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #guthealth #inflammation #gutdiet

One of the world's best-known meditation teachers and personal mentor to the likes of Jackman, Perry, Lady Gaga, Jerry Seinfeld, Ray Dalio, Arianna Huffington, Paul McCartney and others - Bob Roth joins Mark to explore everything meditation & peak performance.   Bob outlines his time with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and discusses the three different types of meditation as discovered by neuroscience. Learn how the world’s most creative individuals & high achievers use 'transcendence' to unlock their ‘Genius Lounge’ – a brain network linked to optimal creativity, innovation, insight & life-changing breakthrough ideas for happiness and success. A fascinating episode. Show notes = tm.org  /. tm.org.au Bob's New York Times Best-Selling Book = Strength In Stillness (buy on Amazon) #meditation #TM #Transcendentalmeditation #Bobroth #HughJackman #KatyPerry #Ladygaga #RayDalio #AriannaHuffington #Seinfeld

Specifically for business leaders, owners, entrepreneurs and senior managers, this episode hosted by Ben Fewtrell from Business Brain Food, explores the coming trends and must do's to survive and thrive in business. Exploring on the next workplace wellness strategies and high performance hacks, discover what companies such as Google, Facebook, Microsoft etc do to maximize employee health and engagement + the correlations between elite athletes/sporting teams and business success.  Also learn a fascinating insight into what scientists now call 'The Genius Lounge ' - the part of your brain that the likes of that Hugh Jackman, Tim Ferriss, Arianna Huffington, Ray Dalio etc. access daily. Hear how it is responsible for your highest level creativity, innovation, insight and brilliant ideas & how you and your team members can access it too. Show notes = businessbrainfood.com.au (Ben Fewtrell) #geniuslounge #businesshealth #Google #Facebook #Microsoft #Timferriss #RayDalio #ariannahuffington #tm

A unique episode soaking in some of the inspirational teachings and wisdoms of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the enlightened Vedic scholar and founder of the Transcendental Meditation (TM) Technique. Be inspired by the great Vedic wisdom as well as simple, practical living tips on topics including; Love Bliss and Happiness Leadership Dealing with the Opinions of Others Competition Bad or Negative Thoughts The Joy of Life Spirituality Desire and Fulfilling Desires Naturalness Stress and Strain Knowledge The Importance of Time Consciousness Notes = markbunn.com.au/blog/maharishi_quotes_1    

The AMAZING Sam Makhoul joins Mark to talk about how to live a truly extraordinary life. Sam - the MD of MSA National (Australia's #1 banking and finance law firm) + the founder of A Higher Branch and Upgrade Your Life - curates events featuring motivational speakers such as David Goggins, Jim Kwik, Dr. Guy Winch and Dr. Jen Mann. He explains - why most people fail to find true happiness in life - why traditional workplace wellness programs don't work! - the 8 essential pillars of life to transform your motivation, morale, health and bottom-line results. - radical new takes on gratitude, journaling and goal setting. Notes = www.ahigherbranch.com

Western exercise = hard work, sweat, discipline (no pain, no gain) Ayurvedic medicine exercise = zone states, finding your dance, balancing your doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) and developing higher state of consciousness and growth to enlightenment. While zone or flow states (peak experiences) are random, once in a lifetime events for most people, in Ayurveda these are the very purpose of exercise and can be deliberately cultivated with higher wisdom. Mark outlines his A.B.C of enlightened exercise, including the power of Attention, Yogic nasal Breathing and getting 'into' our Comfort zone (not pushing through it). The result ... the ultimate exercise high.

What is your Soul's higher purpose? Why were you born & did you choose your parents and life circumstances (even the tough ones)? Would you like to change the paradigm of aging and live an extra 20+ years of health and vitality? Would you like to have a 10/10 day every day? Join me and Internationally acclaimed business psychotherapist, ordained Rabbi and mentor to many of Australia's and the world's top business people (think real estate guru John McGrath and others) - Dr. Fred Grosse - as he outlines a whole new way of living an extraordinary life. Enlightening, life-changing and humorous. You really don't want to miss this one.

What's next with Covid-19 & what's the higher spiritual wisdom of it for you and our planet?   According to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the great Vedic scholar, as well as Vedic Astrology (Jyotish) experts, the world is undergoing a 'Phase Transition' towards a new Golden age. COVID-19 is no doubt a part of this but ...! Learn about the coming phase 2 of CV-19, the good news, the not-so-good (there's potential for food crises,  a possible royal family death and more natural disasters) and some enlightened wisdom from Maharishi  and a higher spiritual perspective.

When marketing and podcast guru (and fan of my podcast), Brett Jarman suggested I should be interviewed on my own podcast I thought he was joking. "I don't want to talk about myself." I said. He said people would like to hear about my journey from AFL footballer to 'Ancient Wisdom' author/podcaster and life as a professional speaker. I'm not so sure but if you do want to know more about what I do, how I think, what I think of the future and my top tips for health, maybe you will not fall asleep and enjoy this. Show notes. Brett Jarman i) Business Marketing - brettjarman.com Ii) How to of Podcasts = expertsonair.fm

Join Mark & the amazing co-founders of Future Crunch - Dr. Angus Hervey, Political Economist and Tane Hunter, Biological Scientist - exploring the power of good news & the science of optimism and happiness. Hear inspiring stories of improving global health, environment & gender equality while receiving a healthy dose of feel-good endorphins and hope for the future. Join the Future Crunch vision helping promote more positivity & peace in the world. Show Notes = https://futurecrun.ch/goodnews

CV-19 or flu season comes and some get sick and others don't. Why? Immunity.     International expert in Maharishi Ayurveda, and Director of the America's most prestigious Ayurvedic Health Spa - The Raj - Dr. Mark Toomey joins Mark to outline what you  can do right now to help protect yourself and your loved ones.     Topics include; - what is Maharishi Ayurveda - the Ayurvedic medicine concepts of Ojas, Bala & rasayana's - why too much sex &/or exercise depletes ojas & immunity (how much is too much?) - the role of consciousness, stress, herbal supplements, sleep, daily routine & spices ... incl how to properly take things like turmeric!    Shownotes = www.theraj.com   #immunity #immunitytips #immunestrength #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #maharishiayurveda #coronaimmunity #rasayanas #ojas

Using his 20 years experience in corporate health, Mark outlines a bunch of practical tips for working from home (particularly during Covid-19). Covering Ayurveda health tips, creating boundaries between work & home/family life, how to avoid social isolation/loneliness (incl 3 top tips from TED psychologist, Dr. Guy Winch), Dr. Adam Fraser's Third space, how to optimize your physical workspace, ergonomic tips & what to do when you have kids or partners also at home  ... e.g. how to tie them up and gag them properly!!   Mark also introduces his 'Remote Worker Wellness' video conferences and webinars for companies and school groups now having to work from home.   #workfromhome #workingfromhome #remotework #remoteworkerwellness #guywinch #dradamfraser #thirdspace #adamfraser 

Like a different view of the CV-19 other than fear, anxiety & toilet paper fights? We look at things from a more cosmic perspective of Ayurveda, Ayurvedic medicine, astrology & ancient wisdom. Learn; - when expert Vedic astrologers predict this will likely end - about the real nature of viruses & microbiome - the many benefits open to us individually and collectively from this time - what you can do to protect yourself, cope with social isolation/loneliness, boost your immunity, stay strong & help heal the collective consciousness of the planet - the real, underlying virus here. #coronavirus #coronavirusayurveda #ayurvedaandcoronavirus #coronavirusatrology #toiletpaperjokes

Is your home or workplace making you sick? Could you improve your health, sleep, disease immunity etc. with just a few simple changes?  Joined by international building biology expert, Joachim Herrmann, we discuss everything from sleep health/insomnia, radiation, reducing WiFi exposure, healthier cleaning products, how to reduce moulds, ozone/air diffusers, earthing and earthing products, natural paints, breathing walls (yes your walls should breathe!) + have lots of laughs re vacuuming, washing dishes, bliss balls & orgasms! Enjoy #healthyhomes #homehealth #buildingbiology #joachimherrmann #workplacehealth #officehealth #sickbuildingsyndrome #wifihealth #emfs

Since the dawn of time, ancient cultures have believed (known) ‘As is the cosmic body, so is the human body' and have used the science of the stars to help them ... 'Avert the danger that has not yet come' This episode looks at vedic astrology or jyotish, whether our cosmic counterparts can influence our lives, and if so, how we can use this knowledge to reduce our suffering and smooth our path towards higher levels of happiness, evolution and consciousness. Show notes at markbunn.com.au/blog (search Astrology) #astrology #vedicastrology #jyotish #consciousness #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #easternmedicine #Indianastrology #chineseastrology

One of the most fascinating (and deepest) chats I've ever had on meditation, higher states of consciousness, Ayurveda, transcendence, shame, vulnerability, Deepak Chopra, Brene Brown, Anthony Robbins, Wim Hof, AFL football, spirituality, enlightenment & dogs licking armpits. I'm interviewed by Craig Harper from The You Project Podcast. This episode was ranked in the top 5 on iTunes beating Deepak Chopra, Tim Ferriss, Joe Rogan etc. Craig is funny, no holds barred, quirky and loves a swear word. I think you'll enjoy! #craigharper #theyouproject #deepakchopra #timferriss #brenebrown #anthonyrobins #joerogan #wimhof #ayurveda #consciousness #spirituality

In the ancient science of Ayurveda, when we do things is even more important that what we do. The latest science (Circadian medicine) is now backing up what Ayurvedic medicine calls 'Dinacharya' & the daily body clock. Learn how to lose weight twice as effectively, improve exercise results, significantly boost energy levels, overcome insomnia and sleep better through small changes to 'when' you do things. Discover the six 4-hour cycles of the Ayurvedic Doshas to improve elimination, intermittent fasting regimes, morning routine and work productivity. #chronobiology #circadianmedicine #intermittentfasting #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #insomnia #ayurvedatips

Confused about what to eat? Frustrated by the ever-changing advice re food? Join Mark and holistic nutrition coach Annie Ellis-West to learn the eternal secrets of healthy eating to lose weight, increase your energy and hav more fun with food! Learn to use your bodies inner wisdom, tune in to your gut (literally) and explore the wonders of Ayurvedic medicine and S.O.U.L foods. Plus simple, do it yourself yoga postures to improve digestion, gut health and eliminate flatulence (be sure not to do these exercises near those that you love!) #guthealth #yoga #digestiontips #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #intuitiveeating #ayurvedicnutrition #bodywisdom  

Should we eat meat? Dairy? Is the massive worldwide trend toward veganism (as powerfully promoted in the recent GameChangers documentary) really suitable for humans?   Learn what the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda and the enlightened rishis (great yogis & sages) of Ayurvedic medicine have to say. It might not be what you think. Covering many wisdoms not commonly discussed in such debates (food intelligence, digestion before diet, diet for spiritual evolution etc), it's an episode not to be missed.   Ideal for carnivores, vegetarians, vegans and whoever else is out there!   #ayurvedicmedicine #vegandebate #animalcruelty #ethicaleating #vegan #veganism #vegetarianism #gamechangers #ayurveda

What do Andre Agassi, Ash Barty (World #1 Female Tennis Player), the Richmond Football Team (2017 & 2019 AFL premiers) and many everyday people who've gone from a life of trauma & addiction to freedom & self-worth have in common?   They have embraced vulnerability, become their authentic selves and created true connections with those around them.   Explore the cutting edge prescriptions of global thought leaders such as Brene Brown & Ben Crowe to help overcome shame, develop self-compassion, self-love and self-acceptance and to live a happier, more joyful life.   #vulnerability #shame #bencrowe #connection #selflove #giftsofimperfection #powerofvulnerability  

According to ancient & modern astrology, 2020 is set to be the start of a golden age towards higher human consciousness. Economics will be replaced by spirituality, many governments will unravel and we will return to more natural food/farming (vegetarianism, veganism etc.) less plastic waste, reversing climate change & an increase in supposed miracles/miraculous events. Energy healing, advanced meditation and transcendence are just a taste. Also includes what we need to do to make our individul transition smooth rather than rocky. #consciousness #2020 #goldenage #astrology #vedicastrology #predictions #futurist #higherconsciousness #climatechange 

With much of our world in the grip of extreme weather ... floods, earthquakes (Australia is battling 3-7 year droughts and widespread bushfires), this episode looks at the power of sound and how music may be used to not only heal us but also bring balance to Mother Nature (balanced weather, rain when needed).    Using the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and Maharishi Gandharva Veda (The Music of Nature), learn how everything in life is based on sound and how by radiating more coherent, harmonious sounds into nature we can potentially create more coherent, harmonious rhythms in nature and thus the weather.   Show notes = markbunn.com.au/blog/rainmelody * Includes a recording of the Rain Melody (Music for Rain) to play yourself.  

Want to enjoy Christmas and New Year or any other Festive time of year while maintaining your health. Learn some simple, easy, ‘natural’ Ayurvedic remedies to counteract the negative effects of overeating, overdrinking (alcohol), coffee, chocolate overdosing (is there such a thing?), hangovers, travel sickness/nausea, red or sore eyes etc ... using everyday (cost-effective) things such as ginger, turmeric, peppermint tea, rose water, intermittent fasting. Hope you enjoy. Page Notes = https://markbunn.com.au/blog/overindulgence-antidotes #overeating #hangoverremedies #nausearemedy #soreeyes #ginger #turmeric #intermittent fasting #timeregulatedfeeding

I never dreamt I’d ever be talking on topics like... Sex Karma Sutra Orgasm/Ejaculation Monogamy vs Polygamy Self-gratification Pornography Testosterone & Natural Testosterone Sun Bathing Ones Testicles (if you have some!) and before my mother faints ... it's mainly my (Ayurvedic) view of such things & the importance of Love, Intimacy, Relationships & emotional connection. Part of a men's health podcast with the founder of a Higher Branch - Sam Makhoul - but lots in it for women too! #sex #karmasutra #orgasm #testosterone #sunbathing #ejaculation #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #monogamy #polygamy #menshealth

What is karma? Does it really exist? What determines good or bad karma? Why do 'apparently' bad things happen to good people? Learn how to become more peaceful, contented, and happy in life by understanding the natural laws of karma. Explore reincarnation, higher consciousness, the 'blessing' of bad karma, Jiva (individual soul) from the perspective of Ayurveda ... plus other ancient Ayurvedic wisdom. We hope it's your good karma to listen to this exciting episode! #karma #reincarnation #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #veda #vedas

Explore the higher wisdoms of Ayurveda & Ayurvedic medicine re; 'enlightened' sleep. Learn how to sleep like the Yogis, promote higher states of consciousness (enlightenment/nirvana/samadhi/sel-realization/cosmic consciousness) while sleeping, whether it's best to sleep on your back, front or side (and which side), how to siesta or power nap properly, how to help sleep apnea, how to promote proper nasal breathing during sleep, what dreams mean and how the quality of our sleep (witnessing) is the key to gauging our growth to enlightenment!   #sleep #soundsleep #insomnia #sleeptips #witnessing #yogisleep #sleepapnea #Ayurveda #Ayurvedicmedicine

Sleep... are you getting some? Is good sleep evading you? Do you have difficulty getting to sleep or wake up in the middle of the night? Even when you sleep do you fail to wake up fresh and rejuvenated - feeling foggy, heavy and dull?    If so, this episode and it's a follow up episodes is for you. Mark discusses the ancient wisdom of good sleep, it's importance beyond just feeling fresh and most importantly the ancient Ayurvedic wisdoms of maximising good sleep, rejuvenation and other tips for better sleep.   Show notes = www.mapi.com /mapi.com.au   #sleep #insomnia #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #sleeptips #sleepsecrets #overcominginsomnia

Sleep... are you getting some? Is good sleep evading you? Do you have difficulty getting to sleep or wake up in the middle of the night? Even when you sleep do you fail to wake up fresh and rejuvenated - feeling foggy, heavy and dull?    If so, this episode and it's a follow up episodes is for you. Mark discusses the ancient wisdom of good sleep, it's importance beyond just feeling fresh and most importantly the ancient Ayurvedic wisdoms of maximising good sleep, rejuvenation and other tips for better sleep.   Show notes = https://markbunn.com.au/blog/what-s-stopping-you-from-zzzzzzzzzzsleeping https://markbunn.com.au/blog/can-t-sleep-what-did-you-eat  https://markbunn.com.au/blog/proper-sleep-the-keys-to-healthy-slumber   #sleep #insomnia #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #sleeptips #sleepsecrets #overcominginsomnia 

Ancient cultures knew there are 5 fundamental elements to health and healing and a proper connection to water is one of the most important. Headaches, constipation, fatigue, weight gain, high blood pressure/hypertension, compromised DNA repair and many other problems can be helped by a proper connection to water. Learn the simple (commonly forgotten) wisdoms of both internal and external water connection. Purify, cleanse, revitalise, detox & repair. #water #hydration #dehydration #detox #revitalization #purification #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine

Like to know what foods specifically target, strengthen and heal the different parts of your body - brain, memory, heart, liver? Explore the fascinating ancient wisdom of food signatures and Ayurvedic medicine 'Laws of Similars'. Walnuts look like a brain and directly nourish it. Beetroots look like a red blood cell and counteract iron deficiency. Foods that look like pregnant women - avocadoes, pears etc support female reproduction. Learn about male/female foods and how observing the shape, color, texture of foods can help you become your own dietician. Show notes = markbunn.com.au/blog/food-signatures-what-foods-nourish-what-parts-of-your-body #foodsignatures #dontolman #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #doctrineofsignatures #naturalfoods #naturalmedicine

Discover one of the simplest yet commonly forgotten ancient wisdoms of Ayurveda re; holistic diet and nutrition.   In Ayurvedic medicine, unless we get ALL 6 primary tastes in our diet we will always feel unsatisfied, hungry and tend towards overeating, craving sweets and putting on weight. Learn how to incorporate more pungent, bitter and astringent tastes into your diet to transform your digestion, metabolism, energy levels, inner detoxification and enjoy much better health... with far less cravings and emotional eating.   Show notes = www.markbunn.com.au/blog/sweet-cravings-how-do-we-reduce-it

Throughout all great spiritual traditions the highest goal of life was the attainment of self realization ... Nirvana, Samadhi or simply enlightenment. These seemingly unattainable realities are now scientific realities in our modern age.   Drawing on the teachings of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi - founder of the Transcendental Meditation technique - and his understanding of higher state of consciousness - learn how anyone can access a unique 4th state of consciousness and use it as a gateway to 3 higher states of consciousness correlated with high levels of intuition, insight, EEG coherance, global brain integration and everything necessary for optimal health, happiness and success.   Show notes tm.org / tm.org.au markbunn.com.au/meditation

Ancient Aztecs, Incas, Mayans, Hippocrates and the Ayurvedic rishis, knew that the sun was the foundation of every aspect of human health. Learn how wise (Ayurveda based) sun connection can help everything from mental health, depression, osteoporosis, weight loss, digestion, energy/chronic fatigue, sleep/insomnia, circadian rhythms, body clock regulation and significantly reduce one risk of most cancers, heart disease, diabetes and other immune diseases. Show notes = markbunn.com.au/blog/sungazing   https://markbunn.com.au/blog/sun-exposure-vitamin-d-why-you-need-to-get-naked-at-noon

Confused about low carb diets or wondering about the latest incarnation - the keto or ketogenic diet? Are they healthy or harmful? Using the ancient, eternal wisdom of Ayurveda and Ayurvedic medicine cut through the many myths of low-carb, high protein (mainly animal protein/meat diets) and remind yourself of the natural wisdom of healthy weight management through the holistic health of mind, body, and spirit. Avoid the perils of weight loss at the expense of increased risk of heart disease, cancer and impaired spiritual growth. Show notes = markbunn.com.au

Whether wanting to lose weight, increase energy, detox, improve your skin/complexion, have better mental clarity, focus or mental health, properly administered fasting can be a great boon. However, while intermittent fasting is all the rage, a number of modern day regimes are not entirely healthy and can potentially be harmful.   The Ancient Wisdom of Ayurveda and Ayurvedic Medicine along with many other traditional medicine systems and indigenous wisdoms have understood not only the benefits of occasional fasting but how we need to vary it according to oour individual mind-body type, the season and other important factors.   This episode covers both the latest modern scientific research, popular fasting protocols such as 16:8, 5:2 diet and how  to get all the benefits and minimise any risks.   Show notes = markbunn.com.au   #fasting #intermittentfasting #ayurveda #ayurvedicmedicine #healthpodcast #ayurvedapodcast

The most enlightened and highly evolved people who ever lived never had access to meditation apps or contemplated their navels.  The ancient (most powerful) techniques of meditation were primarily based on "Transcending". This episode looks at all things meditation and mindfulness from both a modern, scientific and ancient wisdom perspective. Explore the neuroscience of the three distinct types of meditation and how they compare in terms of effort, brainwave functioning and long term results. Learn about the ancient art of transcending principally taught today through the Transcendental Meditation Technique - brought to the West by the great Vedic scholar Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Discover how transcending (as distinct from mindfulness or concentration/contemplation etc) promotes a completely unique 4th state of human consciousness as well as higher states of consciousness. The higher states of consciousness are correlated with all new levels of intuition, insight and higher faculties as well as pronounced benefits for better sleep/insomnia, significantly reduced anxiety, depression, improved mental performance, focus and business performance as well greater inner happiness and peace of mind.  Also covers how to develop a toolbox of mental practices (including mindfulness if you already do that) to optimise optimal mind-body performance and reduce mental health issues. Welcome to Zen and the new world of transcendence and higher consciousness.   Show notes = markbunn.com.au/meditation  

Discover ancient and modern ways of dealing with mental health issues, stress, anxiety, depression and many other modern ailments. Learn not only the latest science for elevating your mind, emotions and mood with positive psychology but how this wisdom was known thousand of years ago in Eastern medicine and Ayurveda. "What you see you become" and similar quotes were taught by the Ancient Ayurvedic Rishis (seers) and "Where attention goes, energy flows" by the Ancient Hawaiians. Discover the simple, 2-minute a day practise that Harvard trained happiness Guru Shawn Achor and his 'Happiness Advantage' research shows can super charge not only your health but your work performance, productivity and business success. Plus learn some other great, practical strategies that the ancients have recommended for thousand of years for boosting all around wellbeing, happiness, relationships and joy in life.

Learn the latest biohacks in health, wellness and anti-aging courtesy of Dave Asprey from Bulletproof Coffee fame. Mark interviews the remarkable Heidi Miller, a human performance coach at the Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills Los Angeles. It’s here that Dave has put together his top 15 or so machines and therapies for wellness, personal performance and staying young.   Heidi is an expert in the science and practical application of these therapies and discusses Mark’s top 6 therapies - the one’s he thinks are going to shape the wellness industry most over the next few years. Hear about ozone saunas, red light/infrared beds, cryotherapy, vibration therapy, P.E.M.S (pulsed electromagnetic field therapy), compression bags (for lymphatic drainage etc) and some other really cool stuff.   Mark also discusses the perspective of Ayurveda and Ayurvedic medicine on these technologies. I.e. where for certain individuals with certain Ayurvedic body-types or conditions they should be cautious with some of these machines or vary how they use them. 

Feel great and raise your spirits with this healthy dose of ‘good news’. Not only do we discuss the health benefits of focusing on good news (the art of positive psychology, gratitude and helping others etc.) but we detail dozens of amazing, remarkable things happening on our planet today that the conventional news media aren’t reporting. This episode is guaranteed to make you feel better, inspire hope for the world we live in as well as provides simple, practical ways you can start enjoying a happier, more positive and uplifting life as soon as you finish listening.