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I am excited to have Leo Tonkin joining us today. Leo is a passionate advocate for Halotherapy. He believes the respiratory system is the key to longevity and quality of life because those who cannot breathe properly cannot live well. Even though we take around 20,000 breaths daily, we often take our breath for granted. Unfortunately, our respiratory system degenerates as we age, and the air quality around us keeps deteriorating. So if we fail to care for our lungs, we can lose the ability to sleep, work, and live well, and that's where Halotherapy, or salt therapy, can help us. Benefits of Salt Therapy: Clears mucus and reduces inflammation in the airways It is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal Eases symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, COPD, and allergies Helps prevent and relieve colds, flu, and sinus infections Strengthens immune function, increases lung capacity, and improves breathing Promotes deep and restful sleep Safe for pets and people of all ages Leo Tonkin's Bio: Leo Tonkin has been a pioneer in many industries, and in 2012, he revolutionized the salt therapy industry with his innovative approach and tireless dedication to transforming the way people think about their skin, respiratory, and mental wellness.  With a deep understanding of the science behind salt therapy and its benefits, Leo started SALT Chamber, the world's leading salt therapy design, equipment, and decor company.  Over a decade ago, he created a global industry for providing a safe, drug-free, evidence-based modality that is ‘hacking' into our respiratory and skin systems to enhance performance and recovery while improving quality of life.  In 2014, Leo was the Founding Chairman of the Salt Therapy Association, which now has over 3600+ members in 62 countries.  Understanding that air quality and climate change are major contributors to our well-being, he launched the Respiratory Wellness Initiative for the Global Wellness Institute.  He has a passion for making a difference in every breath we take, especially since being a Stage 4 cancer survivor. He lives in Delray Beach Florida, with his wife Lori. He has 4 grandchildren. In this episode: How Halotherapy originated and what it involves Why salt particles are effective for overcoming respiratory issues How does salt therapy work? How the halo generator functions in salt rooms The benefits of salt therapy for pets How salt therapy can help respiratory conditions like COPD, asthma, and cystic fibrosis When should salt therapy be avoided? Why we must keep on moving our bodies Links and Resources: Use code GRAY15 on ⁠Airdoctorpro⁠ website for discounts ⁠Sinus Support Use code TURMRIC to get 10% off ⁠TURMERIC Relative Links for This Show:

Today on the show Oli, Adrienne, and Sammi discuss the news that the first daily pill for treating endometriosis symptoms has been approved for use on the NHS in England and Wales - but only for patients who have tried all other options. Endometriosis affects 1.5 million women in the UK, causing pain and extreme tiredness as a result of tissue similar to the womb lining growing elsewhere in the body. New endometriosis pill approved on NHS in EnglandThere's a look at digital burnout as according to Beth McGroarty, director of research and PR at the Global Wellness Institute, a desire for ‘analogue living' is set to rise in 2025. The Wallpaper* wellness report: Can analogue living cure digital burnout in 2025?And finally, Adrienne discusses the rise of Lion's Mane Mushroom.Don't forget to rate/review and subscribe or follow!You can follow the show and send in your questions to @modernwellnesspodcast or email questions@modernwellnesspodcast.comAnd follow the hosts Adrienne @adrienne_ldn, Sammi @sammiadhami, and Oli @_olipatrick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

keep up with endless demands. Trying to "just get through the day" instead of truly thriving can impact you far beyond your personal well-being. It cascades down to your teams, organizations, and long-term success. So how do you shift from just surviving to actually thriving? That's what we dive into in this episode of the Happiness Squad Podcast with Ashish Kothari and Renee Moorefield, CEO of Wisdom Works Group, Inc.Renee Moorefield, PhD, is the CEO of Wisdom Works, a social enterprise she co-founded in 1999 to promote leadership and organizational cultures that empower people to thrive. With over 30 years of experience, she has coached and advised executives from Fortune 500 companies, including The Coca-Cola Company, Nike, and Hyatt. Renee is also the author of "Driven by Wellth," a book that explores how contemporary leaders can integrate wealth with well-being. She serves on the Advisory Board of the Global Wellness Institute and is an international speaker, as well as a Master Certified Coach and Certified Health & Wellness Coach. In the conversation, Ashish and Renee break down what it really means to thrive as a leader and why so many leaders struggle to make the shift. Renee shares a simple but powerful framework that helps leaders build resilience, stay energized, and lead with clarity—even in high-pressure environments. Things you will learn in this episode:• Defining thriving ang its importance in leadership• The six-part thriving framework (Developed by Wisdom Works)• Why thriving is a leadership responsibility• Practical Strategies for Moving from Survival to ThrivingIf you're feeling stretched too thin, constantly reacting, or struggling to find balance, this conversation will give you the practical tools you need to take back control and lead with energy, confidence, and purpose.Tune in now to learn how to stop leading in survival mode and start thriving!Resources: ✅• Wisdom Works website: http://wisdom-works.com/• Be Well, Lead Well Pulse Assessment: https://www.wisdom-works.com/assessment/ • Be Well, Lead Well: https://www.bewellleadwellpulse.com/ • Wisdom Works Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wisdom-works-group/ Books: ✅• “Driven by WELLth” by Julie Maloney and Renee Moorefield: https://a.co/d/83TGDFc • "Full Catastrophe Living" by Jon Kabat-Zinn: https://a.co/d/gIeCdCF • "Leadership and the New Science" by Margaret Wheatley: https://a.co/d/6vWxdR6 • Hardwired for Happiness book by Ashish Kothari: https://www.amazon.com/Hardwired-Happiness-Proven-Practices-Overcome/dp/1544534655

The global wellness market was estimated to be worth $6.6 trillion in 2024 [Global Wellness Institute]. Many people buy goods and services designed to make them feel and look better under the term "wellness" that are pure hype over science. Save your money buying products and services promoted by savvy marketers that you may not need. Better health and wellness start by changing your mindset, your habits and lifestyle and making it a lifetime commitment. Before you spend, do your research.Fearless Fabulous You is broadcast live Wednesdays at 12 Noon ET on W4WN Radio - Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).Fearless Fabulous You Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

เปิดพอดแคสต์เอพิโสดนี้ใน YouTube เพื่อประสบการณ์การรับชมที่ดีที่สุด “Wellness ไม่ใช่แค่กระแส แต่คือสิ่งจำเป็น” The Secret Sauce เอพิโสดนี้ เคน นครินทร์ คุยกับ หมอแอมป์-นายแพทย์ตนุพล วิรุฬหการุญ ประธานคณะผู้บริหาร บีดีเอ็มเอส เวลเนส คลินิก และ บีดีเอ็มเอส เวลเนส รีสอร์ท บริษัท กรุงเทพดุสิตเวชการ จำกัด (มหาชน) เจาะลึกนิยามรวมถึงแนวทางการแลสุขภาพแบบองค์รวม และความสำคัญของ ‘Health Span' พร้อมเจาะลึกอินไซต์ธุรกิจท่องเที่ยวเชิงสุขภาพที่กำลังเป็น ‘โอกาส' ใหญ่ของประเทศไทย โดย Global Wellness Institute ประเมินว่าตลาด Wellness โลกจะเติบโตปีละ 10% และการท่องเที่ยวเชิงสุขภาพเติบโตสูงสุดปีละกว่า 20% BDMS Wellness Clinic ในฐานะตัวจริงเรื่อง Wellness เผยแผนดันไทยสู่การเป็น Wellness Hub มาตรฐานระดับโลก ชวนผู้ประกอบการไทยจับมือกันเป็น #TeamThailand ยกระดับ อัปมูลค่าอุตสาหกรรมท่องเที่ยวไปด้วยกัน

Welcome to The Coaching Podcast, where curiosity meets coaching! In this episode, we talk about the power of mindset with Jackie Roby, a Relationship Mindset Coach on a mission to dismantle self-doubt and help ambitious women of color and allies reclaim their time and confidence. We explore how to break free from analysis paralysis, release the story of ‘should,' and quiet the self-doubt monster. Jackie shares insights on mental wellness, emotional release, and holding safe spaces, offering a fresh perspective on responding rather than reacting in relationships. About Jackie Roby, Relationship Mindset Coach Jackie Roby dismantles self-doubt. As a relationship mindset coach, she empowers ambitious women of color and allies to break free from hustle culture, reclaim their time freedom, and write their next chapter as the main character of their stories. Jackie hosts the podcast Through Inspired Eyes and chairs the Global Wellness Institute's Diversity Equity Inclusion Initiative. She stands firm in her belief that chocolate and peanut butter are the best dessert combination. Jackie's vision is to create a world where people who have been silenced for too long reclaim the power of their voice. She sees safe spaces with proper representation, equity, vulnerability, and endless possibilities. She aims to give you back those stolen dreams. Connect with Jackie Website: https://inspiredjourneyconsulting.com/ Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-roby/https://www.instagram.com/inspiredjourneyconsulting/ https://www.youtube.com/@inspiredjourneypresents https://calendly.com/inspiredjourneyconsulting/magic-moments

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Ready to Stop The Guesswork & Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow   Hey friend, When your hormones are out of control, are you willing to try almost anything that promises some relief? You're not alone. According to a 2023 survey by the Global Wellness Institute, more than 70% of women have spent money on a trending hormone solution that didn't work. In today's episode, I'm diving into the TikTok trends and hormone quick fixes that miss the mark, plus proven tips that address the root causes of imbalances including estrogen dominance, elevated cortisol, PCOS, and hypothyroidism. In this episode, you will learn: How gut and liver health, your microbiome, and inflammation influence hormone receptor sensitivity Why most women are unknowingly missing a key nutrient that boosts energy and reduces inflammation—and how to fix it. The secret to eating bread and pasta without spiking your blood sugar How to get glowing skin and a balanced microbiome with a single daily habit Which hormone-balancing vitamin 75% of women over age 50 are deficient in If you're tired of wasting time and money on solutions that don't work, this episode is for you. — Next Steps: Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Ready to Stop The Guesswork & Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow — EP 21 | Age-Related Insulin Resistance: The Sneaky Saboteur of Weight Loss After 40: https://pod.fo/e/24b833 EP 34 | Hormone Hot Topics: Ricezempic-Tiktok's Ozempic Dupe; Perimenopause & ADHD Symptoms; The Best Exercise for Insomnia; How Many Docs Does It Take to Diagnose Menopause?: https://pod.fo/e/260e67 EP 57 | How Can I Have a Hormone Imbalance If My Blood Work Is Normal?: https://pod.fo/e/2a1b75 — Have a Question About Hormone Balance? Get It Answered On The Podcast: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife Never Miss A Single Episode! Become An AYTM Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/ Want to Connect? Email Me monica@monicalanetopete.com *Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.  

Today I'm chatting with Mariane Akwenye, founder of the Nomad African Wellness Homestead in Windhoek, Namibia, and the Nomad Institute which trains visually-impaired women to become massage therapists. Mariane is also the chair of the Africa Initiative of the Global Wellness Institute, a mother of two, and an incredible force for good in the world.We are discussing what I call the essence of money, or the “why” behind your desire for money. Learning how to identify the essences of your desires is the key to creating more ease and flow around receiving money in your life. This, in conjunction with healing your specific money blocks will open you up to your true abundance. Mariane shares a deeply personal story of where her core money blocks stem from, and how she has overcome those blocks to create an ease and peace around abundance and prosperity she never thought possible before. She explains how first creating an internal feeling of safety around money has created the external experience of safety around money she enjoys today. Connect with Mariane on LinkedIn: Mariane AkwenyeFollow Mariane on Instagram @nomadwellnesshomestead

REMOVE ANY BARRIERS AS YOU FACE 2025 By Pastor George Lehman   “It's never too late to be what you might have been”                                                                           - George Elliot   Philippians 3:12 - Not that I have now attained [this ideal], or have already been made perfect, but I press on to lay hold of (grasp) and make my own, that for which Christ Jesus (the Messiah) has laid hold of me and made me His own.   I may not be where I want to be, but I'm not the person I use to be. Barriers = an obstacle that blocks advancement, circumstances that keep things apart. (Barriers = “hinderpaal”). Think seriously about this, what are the barriers you have in your life? Barriers that are preventing you from becoming what Jesus saved you for: - Your calling, your purpose, to be fruitful. 1 Timothy 4:8 - “Bodily exercise is alright, but spiritual exercise is much more important and is a tonic for all you do.  So, exercise yourself spiritually and practice being better Christians – because that will help you not only now in this life, but the next life too”. The fitness industry is worth billions of dollars, and is growing due to a number of factors. The Global Wellness Institute estimates the wellness industry is worth $5.6 trillion. The global health and fitness club market was valued at $104.05 billion in 2022, and is projected to grow to $202.78 billion by 2030. It's amazing how much money, time, energy, commitment and dedication goes into bodily exercise, and how little goes into being Spiritually fit and healthy. What is Paul saying – “Keep spiritually fit by actively removing the barriers that are keeping you from being obedient/effective”. It's not about achieving perfection over night; its more about subtraction. The question as you look back over the past year. In the last 12 months have you become, Committed Dedicated - Is the same fire still burning in you? Obedient Fruitful - Is there real evidence of the fruit of the Spirit? Gone deeper Have you grown in your knowledge of Jesus? I want us to look at …… “The other side of God”. Prophetic Word for His church. Isaiah 45:17-19 (Amp) - “17 But Israel shall be saved by the Lord with an everlasting salvation; you shall not be put to shame or confounded to all eternity. 18 For thus says the Lord—Who created the heavens, God Himself, who formed the earth and made it, Who established it and did not create it to be a worthless waste; He formed it to be inhabited—I am the Lord, and there is no one else. 19 I have not spoken in secret, in a corner of the land of darkness; I did not call the descendants of Jacob [to a fruitless service], saying, Seek Me for nothing [but I promised them a just reward]. I, the Lord, speak righteousness (the truth—trustworthy, straightforward correspondence between deeds and words); I declare things that are right.   Here is the cross reference – Hebrews 5:8-9 (Amp)  -“8 Although He was a Son, He learned [active, special] obedience through what He suffered 2 Timothy 3:12 – All who want to live a devoted life will suffer persecution. 9 And, [His completed experience] making Him perfectly [equipped], He became the Author and Source of eternal salvation to all those who give heed and obey Him, Something God revealed to me – when we get saved, we cross the border FROM: – darkness to light – Death to life – religion to a relationship “Here is the problem” – many hang around the border post. We read so many scriptures and hear sermons about The HOW TO. But still do not fully put the word into practice. Walk with me through scripture and see God's heart. James 4:17 - “So, any person who know what is right to do (what is obedient) but does not do it (disobedience to it) to him it is sin”. Matthew 21:28-31 - “28 What do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He came to the first and said, Son, go and work today in the vineyard. 29 And he answered, I will not; but afterward he changed his mind and went. 30 Then the man came to the second and said the same [thing]. And he replied, I will [go], sir; but he did not go. 31 Which of the two did the will of the father? They replied, The first one. Jesus said to them, Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and the harlots will get into the kingdom of heaven before you. Obedience vs. Disobedience. God is pleased with submission that leads to true obedience. Matthew 22:14 - “For many are called but few are chosen”. Means – Called = to be a Saint (child of God) Chosen = willing to surrender self – the thing that blocks your advancement. Circumstances that keep things apart. But have you chosen the deeper walk with Jesus – deeper, higher, more fruitful, deny self, take up the Cross – Growing in Grace. Moving away from the border post going further, and deeper into the things of God? John 14:24 - “Anyone who does not (really) love me does not observe and obey my teachings”. (Church of Ephesians). Revelation 2:4 - “But I have this one charge to make against you, that you have left (abandoned) the love that you had at first (you have deserted Me, your first love)”. You see my friend; our relationship is more than just “Praying a sinner's prayer” –That's only the start, we must work at removing the barriers that are blocking your progress The church has neglected or placed no emphasis on keeping His commands. Acts 10:34-35 - “34Peter says God is no respecter of people – God shows no partiality.  35But in every nation he who venerates and has a reverential fear for God, treating Him with worshipful obedience and living uprightly is acceptable to Him and sure of being received and welcomed (by Him)”. Hebrews 2:2-3, Jesus said: - “Those who will be in heaven are those who confess and do the will of God”. It is not a once off Sunday decision or a New Years decision; it is a lifetime decision, summed up in one word – Obedience!   1 Peter 1:14 (Amp) - “[Live] as children of obedience [to God]; do not conform yourselves to the evil desires [that governed you] in your former ignorance [when you did not know the requirements of the Gospel].   What barriers are blocking your obedience? Simple things like: Prayerless Reading God's word Sharing your faith Slack on church attendance Carrying grudges / unforgiveness Anger issues Gossip Telling lies  

Crunchy moms who have spent years telling their child's pediatrician they want to limit the vaccines their child receives may soon have an advocate in Washington, D.C.    Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who President-elect Donald Trump has tapped to head the Department of Health and Human Services, is spending the week before Christmas meeting with Senators on Capitol Hill ahead of his expected confirmation hearing early next year.    Kennedy has branded himself as the leader of the “Make America Healthy Again” campaign, or MAHA, raising concerns over the obesity in this country, the processed food in American grocery stores, and the vaccines given to children.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that in 2000, one in every 150 children had been identified with autism spectrum disorder. By 2020, this number had risen to one in every 36 children. Kennedy has voiced support for studies to examine if the rise in autism is linked to the increasing number of vaccines given to babies and children.    “I'm not anti-vaccine, I just want good science,” Kennedy said in April during an appearance on “Real Time with Bill Maher,” adding, “I am against vaccine mandates.”    Trump says he expects Kennedy to present him with reports on vaccines, but has assured the American people that they will still have access to vaccines.    “You're not going to lose the polio vaccine,” Trump told reporters during a press conference at Mar-a-Lago on Monday.  Kennedy's “MAHA” movement comes at a time when many Americans are embracing health trends. The U.S. wellness economy is valued at $1.8 trillion, according to Global Wellness Institute. From ditching seed oils to taking a cold plunge, many Americans increasingly appear interested in living healthier lives.    On this week's edition of “Problematic Women,” we discuss the popular health trends of 2024, how Kennedy could change the nation's approach to health and wellness, and ways to avoid some of those Christmas goodies.    Plus, God's Goop founder Justyn McAndrews joins the show to discuss the surprising health benefits of beef tallow - the perfect gift for your crunchy friend or family member this Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this very special episode host Kim Marshall talks to two real estate development pioneers—Steve Nygren of Serenbe and Chuck Heath of AMEYALLI—as well as wellness icon Deepak Chopra about wellness real estate, the fastest growing sector of the global wellness economy according to the Global Wellness Institute. Steve shares why he founded Serenbe 20 years ago near Atlanta, Georgia, and how it developed into an award-winning neighborhood known for pioneering biophilic design, sustainability, and health-forward intergenerational living. Joining Steve is 40-year veteran of real estate development, Chuck Heath, who is building AMEYALLI near Deer Valley, Utah. Developed around hot springs, it's the first real estate development to partner one of the top names in mind-body wellbeing, Deepak Chopra, and his Chopra Foundation. Join us as we dive into the compelling idea that wellness communities can be the lifestyle longevity labs of the future.Resources:DeepakChopra.comSerenbe.comAMEYALLI.comDigitaldeepak.ai· 2024 Wellness Real Estate Market Growth Report -- GWI Hosted by Kim Marshall Produced by NOVA Media

Send us a textCan wellness travel redefine how we experience our holidays? Join us on Tech, Travel and Twang as we explore the transformative trends shaping wellness tourism, promising not just relaxation but a journey to mental and physical rejuvenation. As we gear up for the holiday season, discover how the post-pandemic travel boom is pushing both leisure and business travelers to prioritize well-being in their itineraries. We'll share insights from the Global Wellness Institute and delve into wellness travel's impact on the tourism workforce.We're challenging the old perceptions of wellness travel being reserved for only luxury retreats. Discover how this sector is expanding to include a myriad of experiences like forest bathing and reconnecting with nature. We discuss the necessity of personalized wellness journeys that cater to an array of needs, emphasizing the shift towards trips aimed at slowing down and recharging. Destinations are now crafting unique, inspirational experiences that transcend traditional categories, ensuring that wellness is no longer a luxury but an essential component of travel.And let's not forget the primal allure of reconnecting with nature—think glamping, campfires, and "Blue Mind Escapes." We explore how engaging in primal skills and aligning with circadian rhythms can enhance our sense of well-being, particularly when dealing with the rigors of travel. Our conversation takes a playful turn as we share anecdotes about household language etiquette and tease the exciting release of an upcoming white paper on wellness travel trends. Join us for a lively discussion that promises to inspire your next journey towards wellness.-----------------------------------------------------The Tech, Travel, and Twang Podcast is hosted by Co-Founders, Kristen Cruz and Jenn Barbee with Destination Innovate. Learn More! https://destinationinnovate.com/about/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-travel-and-twang/id1679996130

Have you incorporated generative AI into your life yet? We'll dive into how AI is being incorporated in the design, operations and fitness realms of the spa and wellness industry. Listen in as Vishal Patel of Sensei, Toby Ward of DFL and Enrico Manaresi from Technogym share how they are using AI to help their businesses work smarter and face the future. Hosted by the Consulting Initiative of the Global Wellness Institute.

Sage Rader is on a mission to help a million people live more pain-free lives this year. Over the past two decades, Sage's creative work has been featured in W Magazine, Global Wellness Institute's 2021 Trend Report on Breathwork, The New York Times, on BBC, PBS, ITV (UK), Sirius/XM and in competition for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.

Wellness travel is entering a new golden era: Spending is predicted to grow to $1 trillion annually in the next three years, according to the Global Wellness Institute. So what does it mean to travel for wellness in 2024? In this episode, host Rebecca Tobin, senior editors Robert Silk and Christina Jelski and news editor Johanna Jainchill delve into their recent wellness-travel trips: Mindful surfing in Costa Rica, exclusive golfing at the new Sensei resort in California and a traditional wellness retreat in the Berkshires. What is “hard” and “soft” wellness travel? Is wellness travel expensive, or is that just a perception? And for the skeptics out there: Do the treatments work? This episode is part of our annual Summer Series, where we feature some of our favorite recent Folo by Travel Weekly discussions. This episode was recorded March 8 and has been edited for length and clarity. Episode sponsor: This episode is sponsored by JOIA Aruba by Iberostar. https://www.iberostar.com Related reports: Diving into wellness resorts: Three editors sample three takes on self-care https://www.travelweekly.com/Luxury-Travel/Diving-into-wellness-resorts Wellness travel is still in demand, bringing new resorts to bloom https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Wellness-travel-new-resorts  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victor Koo is a familiar face in China's tech industry. In the 90s, he was president of Sohu, China's second-largest search engine. Subsequently, he founded YouKu, China's largest online video platform with 500 million monthly users (commonly called the "YouTube of China" and later sold to Alibaba). Surprisingly, his journey of scaling began to turn inwards at a tech conference in Sun Valley in 2016, when a networking conversation with a young entrepreneur soon turned towards meditation. Upon hearing that Victor had always wanted to try it, the young entrepreneur let go of the opportunity to network with others, instead guiding Victor to an hour-long meditation. That was the first hour of meditation in Victor's life, a seed that he continues to cultivate through a daily practice now spanning several years. Along the way, on a trip to Thailand, he casually walked into a breathwork course without any context. That session, led by a teacher who had survived Stage-4 terminal cancer through breathwork practice, further opened up his inner world in a striking way. "If I never believed in chakras and energy body within each of us, that session blew all of that disbelief away based on direct experience that lasted over a day." As Victor's inner journey took root, it has also decidedly altered the course of his work in the world. After transitioning from his role at Youku, Victor shifted his focus to inner-purpose-driven service and investing. In late 2016, he co-founded Tianren Culture - a social platform based out of Hong Kong that aims to promote "One Wisdom, One Health" by encouraging and enabling contemplative practices and healthy lifestyles. It focuses especially on those practices and lifestyles with roots in spiritual and natural wisdom and non-dualistic philosophies, positing that human physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health and wellness is interconnected with the health of the broader environment and ecosystem. Tianren Culture partners with foundations, NGOs, and businesses to put in place effective social innovation initiatives to improve physical wellness through overall food system transformation, as well as mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness by supporting scientific research and promoting meditation and breathwork practices. The Tianren team is actively volunteering time for Servicespace's AI-related initiatives, including CompassionGPT. Related to Tianren's work, Victor is also a board director of Good Food Fund and on the advisory board of Global Wellness Institute. Victor's exposure to multiple cultures has been formative in his journey - he was born in Hong Kong, and apart from twenty-five years in China, he has lived extensively in Australia, US, and Japan - with Japan being his current home since the pandemic. He received his BS degree from University of California, Berkeley, where he was also a Regent's scholar and MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, where he currently serves on the Advisory Council. Victor's professional experience lies mostly at the intersection of the technology and media sectors, as well as private equity and venture capital investments. He continues to serve as Chairman of Heyi (his company that incubated Youku), which now focuses on disruptive innovation and social impact investments in areas such as health, genome, and new protein. He is also a senior advisor of Texas Pacific Group and a business advisor of DeCheng Capital. "If there was one thing I wish I had known before I started my company, it is meditation (by far!) because of the calm and equanimity that it brings you, and really helps you question the purpose of why you're doing what you're doing." It's a piece of advice that Victor can often be found paying forward now to b-school students and young founders. Join us in conversation with this founder-turned-server, as we learn more about his journey of scaling inwards, or as he loves to quote Bruce Lee, to "be like water". The call will be hosted by Xue Devand and Birju Pandya. Xue formerly founded one of the "50 most innovative companies of the world" and now currently runs The Space Between, a venture capital fund aiming to be a "sacred hospitality" company that helps inspire wealthholders to transition their consciousness from being owners of money to being the stewards of money. Birju is Chief Mindfulness Officer/Managing Director at Mobius.life, an integrated capital family office, and a long-time volunteer with Servicespace.

Hi and welcome to another episode of "Leading and Growing Your Real Estate Business" Podcast! I'm Coach James Short, AKA Shorty, and I'm thrilled to welcome our new subscribers. In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting John Toomey, an international speaker, writer, and thought leader in the field of high performance. Here are some highlights from our interview with John:

Sara is a 15x award-winning filmmaker and Founder/CEO of empowerment production company Women Rising®, named "One of the Most Innovative, Interesting, and Purpose-Driven Women Led Startups to Watch” by Inc Magazine. Sara's directorial debut, A BRAVE HEART: THE LIZZIE VELASQUEZ STORY premiered and won the 2015 Audience Award at SXSW and awards at all 11 festivals it played, received two WEBBY Awards, and secured global distribution playing in over 35 countries via National Geographic, LifetimeTV, and Amazon Prime.In 2017, Sara's second film, PROTECT HER, aimed at protecting girls on campus by activating the power of the locker room, premiered at Carmel Film Fest and acquired by Amazon Prime. In 2018, Sara EP'd the animated short TIGHTLY WOUND, was acquired by Condé Nast, and Sara is currently an Executive Producer on the 2022 winning documentary feature SIGN THE SHOW and ConnectHER International Film Festival.In January 2017, Sara directed and produced the rally of The Women's March of Texas, which became the largest gathering of women in Texas history, followed by the Official Women in Football Event at Super Bowl LIII. In 2018 she EP'd March for Our Lives NYC, and directed The United State of Women Summit at the Shrine in Los Angeles, keynoted by Michelle Obama.Sara's client storytelling work includes national and global work for partners like Toyota, Saatchi & Saatchi, ESPN Women, Hiring Our Heroes, Farmhouse Fresh, and Tri Delta, as well as marketing consulting for Sony Pictures and Warner Bros.' WONDER WOMAN franchise.Sara is a member of the Producers Guild, a 4x Juror for Best Documentary, and on the Women's Leadership Committee for the Global Wellness Institute. A former delegate to the UN and the Vanity Fair New Establishment Summit, and 2x nominee for Fortune's Most Powerful Women Entrepreneur. She has spoken at Apple, Google, and SXSW, and has been featured in Entrepreneur, Forbes, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, The Washington Post, and The New York Times.Sara previously held positions in media/entertainment including Executive Director of Interactive Marketing at Paramount Pictures, VP of Digital Marketing at MGM Studios, and CEO and Co-Founder of NowLive which was acquired by Live Media Group in 2013.   Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Renfe ha finalizado la renovación de su comité de dirección tras el reciente nombramiento de Joaquim Hortalà como nuevo secretario general y del consejo de administración y director de la asesoría jurídica de la compañía. El turismo de bienestar se está consolidando como una de las opciones preferidas por los turistas, con un crecimiento proyectado del 21% para 2025, según el Global Wellness Institute. En un contexto donde el 50% de los europeos ha experimentado agotamiento desde 2022, según datos de Statista, este sector surge con fuerza para recobrar el equilibrio físico y mental. El Imserso prorrogará el actual programa de viajes para la siguiente temporada 2024/2025, por lo que Ávoris Corporación Empresarial repetirá al frente de los tres lotes del concurso, pero con "el compromiso de mejorar algunas condiciones" que "no se han cumplido" este año. Ainsa (Huesca), Sos del Rey Católico (Zaragoza), Cudillero (Asturias), Mura (Barcelona), Pals (Girona) y Casares (Málaga) han sido los pueblos españoles elegidos para optar al reconocimiento Best Tourism Villages (Mejor pueblo turístico) por la Organización Mundial del Turismo (OMT). Turespaña, a través de la Consejería de Turismo en Pekín (China), participa por segunda vez consecutiva en la feria de turismo ITB China, que se celebra del 27 al 29 de mayo de 2024, con un stand en el que estarán presentes 12 entidades y empresas españolas. El Gobierno volverá a poner en marcha este verano el proyecto Verano Joven, una iniciativa que lanzó por primera vez el año pasado que permitía a los jóvenes de entre 18 y 30 años viajar en transporte público durante el verano con descuentos de hasta el 90%.

This week on SuperAge, we're joined by Nancy Davis, the Chief Creative Officer and Executive Director of both the Global Wellness Summit and the Global Wellness Institute. In our conversation, Nancy shares insights into the evolution of wellness, emphasizing how the industry's expansion from spa-centric beginnings has blossomed into a broad, fact-based wellness economy valued in the trillions. We delve into the importance of community and evidence-based approaches to wellness, discussing the transformative power of the Global Wellness Summit and Institute in setting standards and driving innovation worldwide. Join us as Nancy also highlights the importance of accessible solutions, underscoring the role of technology in democratizing health and wellness knowledge globally.What kind of SuperAger are you? Check the SuperAge Quiz and find out! (visit: ageist.com/quiz)Thanks to our sponsors:Our Place – our favorite cookware brand for non-toxic, PFA-free pots and brands. Use code “AGEIST” for 10% off at fromourplace.com Timeline Nutrition — our favorite supplement for cell support and mitochondrial function. Listeners receive 10% off your first order of Mitopure with code AGEIST at TimelineNutrition.com/ageist. LMNT Electrolytes — our favorite electrolytes for optimal hydration. Listeners receive a free 8-serving sample pack with their purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/AGEIST. Key Moments“You know, this can get fuzzy. The whole wellness world. And so we really try to adhere to some rigorous standards. And it has a lot to do with science and evidence.”“I think the whole conversation about longevity is really interesting and really important. And I always go back and forth in my kind of reaction to everything in the wellness world. I've lived long enough to be able to say, well, that's common sense… at the same time, there's something new about it.”Get In Touch with NancyGlobal Wellness InstituteLinkedInFull Transcript

Victor is a social service worker and impact investor. He co-founded Tianren Culture, a next-generation social platform that serves as a catalyst and enabler of social innovation with the mission to foster positive global values and lifestyles. Tianren Culture's core philosophy is “One with Nature” and its strategic focus is to promote "One Wisdom, One Health" by encouraging and enabling contemplative practices and healthy lifestyles, especially those with roots in cultures and philosophies which believe that the health and wellness of human beings are interconnected with the health of the broader environment and ecosystem. Based in Hong Kong, Tianren Culture works with foundations, NGOs and business partners to put in place social service initiatives to help improve physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health and wellness. On the physical side, the One Health initiative has focused on food system transformation, promoting flexitarian diets, natural, non-factory farmed foods and innovation based on plant-based, fermentation and cell-based technologies. On the mental/emotional side, One Wisdom encourages and enables contemplative practices such as breathwork and meditation through communication and support of research and education. He is also a board director of Good Food Fund and on the advisory board of Global Wellness Institute.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Exit: Among everything Sarah Hirsh Bordo has done in her career, from being a marketing executive at Paramount Pictures and MGM Studios, the owner of several acquired businesses, and a 15x award-winning filmmaker, she might now mostly describe herself as an impact-focused creator. Through her production company, Women Rising®, which was named as one of the most “Innovative, Interesting, and Purpose-Driven Women-Led Startups to Watch” by Inc Magazine, Sara has used her storytelling skills to become an advocate and a mentor for female founders and women-led companies. As far as how she chooses what businesses to get involved with, she says “I start things because I think they're missing. I don't start things because I think I can do them better than somebody else”. While her exits are accomplishments in themselves, she defines her success in entrepreneurship more as building something behind messages she believes are needed. For more details and insights from her entrepreneurial journey, listen to the latest episode of The Exit. Sarah Hirsh Bordo is a 15x award-winning filmmaker and Founder/CEO of empowerment production company Women Rising®, named "One of the Most Innovative, Interesting, and Purpose-Driven Women Led Startups to Watch” by Inc Magazine. Sara's client storytelling work includes national and global work for partners like Toyota, Saatchi & Saatchi, ESPN Women, Hiring Our Heroes, Farmhouse Fresh, and Tri Delta, as well as marketing consulting for Sony Pictures and Warner Bros.' WONDER WOMAN franchise. Sara is a member of the Producers Guild, a 4x Juror for Best Documentary, and on the Women's Leadership Committee for the Global Wellness Institute. A former delegate to the UN and the Vanity Fair New Establishment Summit, and 2x nominee for Fortune's Most Powerful Women Entrepreneur. Sara previously held positions in media/entertainment including Executive Director of Interactive Marketing at Paramount Pictures, VP of Digital Marketing at MGM Studios, and CEO and Co-Founder of NowLive which was acquired by Live Media Group in 2013. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahirshbordo/ Website: https://www.womenrising.com/ Website: https://autoimmunesurvey.com/ For a Free Flippa Business Valuation: https://flippa.com/exit -- The Exit—Presented By Flippa: A 30-minute podcast featuring expert entrepreneurs who have been there and done it. The Exit talks to operators who have bought and sold a business. You'll learn how they did it, why they did it, and get exposure to the world of exits, a world occupied by a small few, but accessible to many. To listen to the podcast or get daily listing updates, click on flippa.com/the-exit-podcast/

Wellness travel is entering a new golden era: Strong growth is predicted in the next three years, according to the Global Wellness Institute. So what does it mean to travel for wellness in 2024? In this episode, host Rebecca Tobin welcomed senior editors Robert Silk and Christina Jelski and news editor Johanna Jainchill. They delved into wellness-travel trips -- mindful surfing in Costa Rica, exclusive golfing at the new Sensei resort in California and a stay at a traditional wellness-themed resort -- that formed the basis for a Travel Weekly cover story about the myriad experiences that make up today's wellness-travel market. Among our questions: What is “hard” and “soft” wellness travel? Is wellness travel expensive, or is that just a perception? And for the skeptics out there: What's the value in "wellness," anyway? Episode sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Travel Insured https://www.travelinsured.com Related reports: Diving into wellness resorts: Three editors sample three takes on self-care https://www.travelweekly.com/Luxury-Travel/Diving-into-wellness-resorts Wellness travel is still in demand, bringing new resorts to bloom https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Wellness-travel-new-resorts    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of Global Wellness Conversations, we'll share groundbreaking insights from the Global Wellness Summit's annual Wellness Trend Reveal media event, focusing on the ten trends identified for 2024. We'll find out why for the past two decades this annual GWS Trend Reveal has become such a prescient industry phenomenon, impacting the conversation about all facets of wellness. You'll be hearing from a range of voices – from the founder of GWS and Global Wellness Institute, Susie Ellis, and their trend research guru, Beth McGroarty. We'll also hear firsthand from the trendsetters, researchers, and media voices at the forefront of this evolution, offering their unique perspectives and insights on how news and expansion of these trends will ripple out into the marketplace. From climate-adaptive wellness strategies to a wellness check on weight loss drugs, join us as we explore how "hardcare" and "softcare" are coming together to forge a more inclusive, dynamic future for wellness. Whether you're a wellness aficionado or a professional looking to stay ahead of the curve, this episode is your guide to the latest innovations and ideas shaping our well-being in 2024 and beyond. To learn more, visit Global Wellness Summit's site at GlobalWellnessSummit.com.Resources:2024 Global Wellness Trends Report: The Future of WellnessListen to All Too WellListen to STARRCASTHosted by Kim MarshallProduced by NOVA Media

Sandy Abrams is a longtime entrepreneur, 2x author, 2022 TEDx Speaker, Chair of the Global Wellness Institute's Breathe Initiative and a Board Member of Health & Human Performance Foundation. She's now focused on Well-Being and Mental Health; sharing 30+ years of experience utilizing the power of breath & mindfulness in business and life. Her book, Breathe to Succeed  (2019) is endorsed by Arianna Huffington, Mark Bertolini/Former CEO Aetna, execs at Google, SAP, Sage software and the U.S. Air Force. Sandy has shared her C.E.Om Breath & Mindset experiences with several Google offices, WW HQ (formerly Weight Watchers), frequent featured speaker at Canyon Ranch resorts since 2019, McKinsey & Co., Facebook HQ, Pepsi, YPO,Women Presidents Org., Sage software, LinkedIn HQ, Lululemon, Goldie Hawn's MindUP Foundation, Brain Tap app and a speaker at women's and entrepreneurial groups, conferences, leadership retreats etc. Sandy's sensibility about "breath as meditation at the speed of life" resonates with the fast pace of modern life. She's on a mission to empower people to create their optimal energy for well-being & success...one deep, mindful breath at a time.

This March episode of “Caregiving Club On Air,” host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, celebrates Companies That Care Day March 21 with an interview with Dr. Jennifer Olsen, CEO of the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers (RCI) which has a new report on its Innovation Lab pilot program to support hourly workers who are also family caregivers. (3:00) For Caregiver Wellness News, we highlight International Happiness Day March 20. Sherri shares information from her new book, “Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life” on the difference between happiness and joy and since it is March National Nutrition Month, she talks about foods that promote happiness. Sticking with the nutrition theme, Sherri shares information on how 50% of Americas are dehydrated and why this hurts brain health for World Water Day March 22. For Companies That Care Day Sherri also focuses on the trends in the workplace to support employees who are caregivers, especially the 1 in 6 workers caring for an older loved one and the 23% of workers who are Sandwich Generation – caring for children and older parents or grandparents simultaneously. Sherri also highlights the findings from recent reports from Harvard, Care.com and RCI that showcase the innovation and benefit needs working caregivers want. (23:38) Dr. Jennifer Olsen, CEO – Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers interview (41:00) In the Well Home Design News Sherri shares her insights from recent reports and conferences including the trends from the Global Wellness Institute and the latest products and design for aging in place and creating wellness environments in our homes from the recent KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show). These include: cold plunges, air care and aromatherapy infused baths. (54:52) At the end, this episode's Me Time Monday Wellness Hack is from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. It is how to harness the four feel-good hormones that promote more happiness. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Leo Tonkin has revolutionized the salt therapy industry with his innovative approach and tireless dedication to transforming the way people think about respiratory health and wellness. Leo is considered a thought leader and a futurist, he is a published author, a highly sought-after keynote speaker and lecturer. He has been the pioneering force behind the salt therapy industry and as a recent cancer survivor, he's passionate about the difference salt therapy makes in people's lives. He recently launched a video podcast, Distinctly Well, inquiring into the ‘what', ‘how' and 'why' for living and being well in all facets of life. With a deep understanding of the science behind salt therapy and its benefits, Leo started SALT Chamber in 2012, the leading authority on designing, building, and developing salt therapy concepts for new businesses and as an add-on modality for resort and destination spas, med and day spas, wellness centers, country clubs, fitness centers and health practitioners to add to their existing services. SALT Chamber has worked with over 2,500+ facilities providing design services, equipment, education, training, and marketing. Leo has created an entire industry for providing a safe, drug-free, evidence-based modality that is ‘hacking' into our respiratory system to enhance performance and recovery while improving quality of life. Through his leadership, Leo has helped to popularize salt therapy and make it more accessible to people around the world. Leo is the Founding Chairman of the Salt Therapy Association and is the Chair of the Global Wellness Institute's Respiratory Wellness Initiative. Learn more about Leo and SALT Therapy by visiting his website: saltchamberinc.com Facebook: /SaltChamber  Instagram: /saltchamberincofficial/  Twitter: /saltchamberinc  Linkedin: /in/leotonkin  Youtube: /Saltchamberinc

In this episode I talk to Jackie Roby about abuse in the workplace and learning how to implement strategies and a mindset that will help to maintain self-worth. Introduction Jackie Roby is Founder and CEO of Inspired Journey Consulting, helping people who have been abused shift from self-doubt to self-empowerment.  Using the perfect harmony of Positive Intelligence, Human Design, and mental wellness practices, she helps individuals shine in their brilliance and amplify their authentic voice. Through mindset coaching, speaking, and facilitating workshops, Jackie supports change in our inner and outer worlds.  She is an international speaker, host of the podcast Through Inspired Eyes, Chair of the Global Wellness Institute's Diversity Equity Inclusion Initiative, co-author of the best-selling book "The Ultimate Guide to Creating Your Soul-Aligned Business," and is featured in Aspioneer as a "Trailblazer Woman Leader," one of just 12 women selected from across the globe. Inspired Journey Coaching's vision is to enhance cultural wellness in the workplace, grow emotional intelligence, healing, and self-love for a kinder, more inclusive world. Resources mentioned in this episode Follow Jackie: LinkedIn: HERE Facebook: HERE Instagram: HERE Website: HERE TikTok: HERE Podcast: HERE Book: HERE FREE Breakthrough Session: HERE Five-Minute Mental Wellness Guide: HERE     Thank you for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and leaving a review. Leave comment on what you enjoyed from the episode and if you have any suggestions for future episodes, I'd love to hear from you. Even better, share it with a friend or colleague and turn on the notifications so that you never miss an episode. It really helps the podcast gain more listeners so that we can grow our Lead From Within community. Thanks everyone! Keep reaching for your highest branch!   Let's Connect Follow me on LinkedIn Here Visit my website Here Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca      Leave me a voice note HERE and have it included on a future podcast! Just click on the "message" tab.  It is greatly appreciated!  

Calculating the value of 11 different wellness industry sectors which total $5.6Trillion is no easy feat! Meet the knowledgeable leaders of the Global Wellness Institute research team, whose experience and determination make this feat a reality. Ophelia Yeung and Katherine Johnston have spent the last 10 years providing perspective and scope so the rest of us can better understand our specific sectors, and the multitude of business possibilities before us, as the industry is forecast to grow another 52% by 2027!

According to the Global Wellness Institute, mental wellness is “an internal resource that helps us think, feel, connect, and function; it is an active process that helps us to build resilience, grow, and flourish.”By definition, this means that it is more than just the absence of mental illness, which is what we normally lump under the catch-all term “mental health” in modern society. Mental wellness helps us shift our perspective from stigma to more of a sense of shared humanity, which we desperately need. According to the American College Health Association's (ACHA) Spring 2022 National College Health Assessment, which surveyed over 54,000 undergraduate students,  approximately 77% were experiencing moderate to serious psychological distress. We have more “Mental Health” resources available than ever before, but we continually hear that we are mentally unwell. It raises the question and need for more whole-person approaches to well-being. Welcome to Episode Thirty-three of The Nature of Wellness Podcast.  On this episode, we sat down with a 20+ year veteran of the healthcare and wellness fields, Past President of the National Wellness Institute Board, and healthcare entrepreneur Brian Schroeder. Brian is the founder and CEO of Preventia, a health-tech startup and virtual care platform that helps people better manage habit, behavior, and mental well-being.” Preventia's unique “Coach Approach” empowers people to manage habits, behavior, and mental health more effectively – by connecting them to caregivers who are trained in behavior change. Their primary focus is on the mental and emotional well-being in college and university, business, and healthcare cultures. Join us as we talk to Brian about his incredible personal and professional health and wellness journey, his extremely personal motivation for beginning a health and wellness tech company, how time in nature is good for any entrepreneur, and how a “whole-person approach” is needed for our ongoing mental health challenges. Preventia partnered with Butler University to provide the first Student Mental Wellness Summit in JAN 2024. The event was built by the identified needs of the student body and supported by all aspects of Butler's leadership. Mark and Brian created a brief recap of the event at the end of this episode. We all left this conversation feeling ready and equipped to be part of the mental wellness solution.  Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review anywhere you listen to this podcast. We appreciate you all.Be Well-NOWPreventia Overview: https://preventiagroup.comStudent Mental Wellness Summit Recap: https://preventiagroup.com/butler-university-student-athlete-mental-wellness-summit/University Hosts Mental Health Summit:https://www.wishtv.com/news/education/butler-university-hosts-1st-student-athlete-mental-wellness-summit/Bolstering Student-Athlete Mental Wellness Story:https://www.wishtv.com/news/allindiana/bolstering-student-athlete-mental-wellness/* The Nature of Wellness Podcast is produced by the remarkable Shawn Bell.** The NOW theme song was written, performed, produced, and graciously provided by the incredibly talented Phil and Niall Monahan. 

Today's episode is brought to you by LifeWave Harness the Power of Light Are you ready to get to know the power of your breath? Sandy Abrams Sandy Abrams is a longtime entrepreneur, 2x author, 2022 TEDx Speaker, Chair of the Global Wellness Institute's Breathe Initiative and a Board Member of Health & Human Performance… The post Discovering Wellness One Inhale at a Time with Sandy Abrams| 203 appeared first on Melissa Vogel.

Join us for a reveal of the latest numbers from the Global Wellness Economy as research fellows from the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) reveal the latest research quantifying the global wellness economy from the just-released 2023 Global Wellness Economy Monitor. GWI research fellows pioneered this field of research a decade ago, being the first to use the term and define the global wellness economy. Discover the first post-pandemic recovery data gathered from 218 countries and what's in store for the eleven sectors of the wellness economy, incorporating “industries that enable consumers to incorporate wellness activities and lifestyles into their daily lives.” GWI's Senior Research Fellows, Ophelia Yeung and Katherine Johnston share surprising insights highlighting which sectors – from Wellness Tourism to Wellness Real Estate from Mental Wellness to Beauty & Personal Care – fared the best, which are still recovering as well as their research backed predictions for the future. Learn why Fortune 500 companies have come to depend on this research and how investors, developers and wellness business owners can benefit from numbers with this level of research, detail, rigor and definition behind them.To learn more, visit the Global Wellness Institute's site at GlobalWellnessInstitute.org.Resources:Read the GWI Wellness ReportsConnect with Katherine on LinkedInConnect with Ophelia on LinkedInHosted by Kim MarshallProduced by NOVA Media

I have a quiet aversion to conversations about wellbeing. The term conjures images of privilege and appropriation, like the time I was instructed to wave a stick of incense at a merchandised “altar" before disrobing for a spa treatment. Over the years, I've heard many conversations in yoga studio lobbies devolve into insensitive recommendations for the latest bestseller on grief or a self-paced online course designed to transform. The word draws my attention to the thin line between holistic health and aspirations of self-optimization, control, and certainty.Quality is fine by me — I delight in an organic smoothie and consider myself a connoisseur of pillows. I buy the beeswax candles from the endcap display at the grocery store regularly. I've brokered in wellness my entire professional life, and I do believe in wellbeing. I want wellbeing for you and me and every living thing. What gets me is how ideas of wellness have become conflated with a cultural mythology around wealth. We are inundated by a profit industry built on the  premise that we are not ok and that buying something — anything — will change that. Our sense of wellbeing has become conflated with purchasing power. It's a cheap ordeal, and we know it: the epitome of what the Buddha pointed to as “false refuge.” Wellbeing can't be bottled and bought. We've tried that. We're mistrustful of being sold on miracle drugs, fad diets, and unverified health claims. We're tired of measuring ourselves by industry standards (a colossal industry, by the way — the global wellness industry was valued at over $4.5 trillion in pre-Pandemic 2019, according to the Global Wellness Institute). Discourse on wellbeing can sound tone deaf when juxtaposed with the existential challenges of our time. In the context of a growing disparity in health outcomes across income groups, for example, our cultural obsession with weight loss flaunts itself next to families unable to afford proper fruits and vegetables. We are a society of dissonance when it comes to wellbeing – constantly trying to perfect ourselves while failing to meet the basic requirements for wellbeing as outlined by Maslow's objective hierarchy of physiological needs, safety, love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization. But what exactly is wellbeing, we might ask. A standard definition refers to our holistic health as constituted by the vital interplay of our physical, emotional, social, environmental, and spiritual layers. Less a state than an integrative process, wellbeing is our access to a wholesome, creative, dynamic, and resilient sense of equilibrium. The word for wellbeing in Sanskrit is “sukha,” which shares an etymological root with our modern English words sucrose and sugar. So there's a flavor of sweetness to wellbeing. Its original context in the Vedas, according to Monier-Williams (1964), referred to how well a chariot axle was positioned to maintain the rotational balance between wheels and support the chariot's weight, thus allowing it to move smoothly forward: "su ['good'] + kha ['aperture'] to mean originally 'having a good axle-hole.'”   Things haven't changed much in that regard – today as always, a vehicle that has good suspension is what we want when traversing the rough roads we must travel.We are talking here about receptivity and steadiness, and also about order and flow. Among the early scriptures, “sukha” is associated with “shreya,” meaning “that which produces lasting benefit” — in other words, it's enduring. Shreya is contrasted with “preya,” a word epitomizing immediate gratification. Modern researchers similarly differentiate hedonism, characterized by the instinct toward pleasure and away from pain, and eudaimonism, a more lasting sense of fulfillment through growth and purpose.Wellbeing is measured by four convergent methods: the presence of (1) positive emotions and the absence of negative emotions, (2) mature character traits, including self-directedness, cooperativeness, and self-transcendence, (3) life satisfaction or quality of life, and (4) character strengths and virtues, such as hope, compassion, and courage (Peterson and Seligman, 2004). These features interact cooperatively such that a person cannot feel good (as measured by positive emotions and life satisfaction) without doing good (as measured by maturity of character and virtuous conduct) (Cloninger, 2004).Here's a simple case study for your consideration. Social psychologist Elizabeth Dunn of the University of British Columbia (UBC) wanted to find out what kind of spending makes people happy, so she and colleagues surveyed 109 UBC students. Not surprisingly, most said they would be happier with $20 in their pocket than they would with $5. They also said they'd rather spend the money on themselves than on someone else. But when Dunn's team gave 46 other students envelopes containing either a $5 bill or a $20 bill and told them how to spend it, those who donated to charity or bought a gift reported feeling happier at the end of the day than those who spent on themselves. Herein lies the distinction between self-indulgence and self-care. A benign expression of self-indulgence might be a well-earned treat like an ice cream cone with sprinkles or a Saturday afternoon lounging on the sofa. Self-indulgence is not necessarily unhealthy, though nor is it enduring. It is simply sensory delight, known as “pāmojja” in Pali. And it can, in fact, be bought.Self-care, on the other hand, consists of the specific choices and behaviors that lead to a quality of feeling over time. Self-care is how we contribute to our own wellbeing at any given moment and under any given circumstance. It's any benevolent mechanism by which we nurture presence and alignment with our values. It's reflected in our intentions, actions, and habits, as well as in pausing to integrate and recalibrate. Self-care is setting boundaries to mitigate depletion when appropriate and equally expanding beyond the habit of navel-gazing to show up for others.Many of us sense an undercurrent of disassociation beneath the surface of our lives. We feel more emotionally isolated than ever before (a phenomenon amply attested to by recent studies, including one ranging from 1990 to 2021 which indicated a 25% decrease in the number of Americans who reported having five or more close friends). We long for more intimacy, connection, and belonging, but we've chosen social structures that reinforce individualism over community. Henry Ward Beecher posited that “the art of being happy lies in the power of extracting happiness from common things.” The practice of such extraction requires intention, engagement, awareness, and surrender to balance and nurture the dynamic facets of our humanness. Wellbeing requires both personal agency (which, yes, is a privilege) and interwoven structures of support and belonging. We might feel relaxed after a massage, but true wellbeing emerges only through the sustained practice of leaning into the kinship we share — the double entendre of our “common” things.Perhaps the most misguided notion about wellbeing is that it's a solitary pursuit, wherein the responsibility falls on individuals to succeed or fail rather than on our communal web. Fariha Róisín's book, “Who Is Wellness For? An Examination of Wellness Culture and Who It Leaves Behind,” tracks the author's personal experience of seeking healing from trauma while simultaneously exposing the wellness industrial complex and its myriad failures. “Capitalism tricks us into believing that we don't need each other,” the author poignantly shares. Somehow, glimmers are possible under extraordinary circumstances. Our teachers here are those who touch ecstatic aliveness in cycles of profound grief, who praise the rising sun in war zones. I recently heard meditation teacher Tara Brach respond when a student asked about how to stay connected to life while facing the staggering uncertainty of a child's diagnosis: “the doorway to wellbeing is always through the heart,” she softly said.  If each day falls inside each night,There exists a wellwhere clarityis imprisoned.We need to sit on the rimof the well of darknessand fish for fallen light,with patience.- Pablo Neruda, “Si cada día cae/If each day falls" Wellbeing is both a practice and the reservoir of having opened to the fullness of our felt experience — having sat “on the rim of the well of darkness and fish[ed] for fallen light” — many times over. Jarvis Jay Masters, a Buddhist writer and teacher who endured a mind-boggling 21 years of solitary confinement based on wrongful conspiracy charges, offers this sage reflection in his memoir:Over the years, I have been asked when it was that I “saw the light,” had a dream, or heard a voice. What experience created a reverberation that transformed me from the person I was then to the person I am today? The truth of the matter is that I have never changed. Rather, I have simply discovered who I've always been: the young child who knew that his life mattered, that he could make a difference in the world, and that he was born to fly. — Jarvis Jay Masters, That Bird Has My WingsJarvis re-discovered the life that matters within him.To me, the 13th c. Sufi mystic Rumi's timeless question “do you make regular visits to yourself?” offers us a compass. What could come from giving ourselves permission to meet our experience with consistency, honesty, and generosity?As it happens, I do make regular visits to myself. I'm fortunate to live on the rim of a trail system in the vast landscape of Northern New Mexico. My wonder hour, which I hold in grateful contrast to the happy hours of my younger years, is the early morning, a time that favors contemplation and communion. It's known as “Brahmamuhurta" in India — the hour of God — and referenced by David in Psalm 5: “O Lord, in the morning you hear my voice.”Cold air in my lungs, solid ground beneath my feet, I make my way along the trails around my home, slowly unspooling my heart to the juniper, the chamisa, and the pine. They receive with fraternity all that which I have to give. Most mornings, by the time the sun has pushed up the day, I can sense, along with care for the heartbroken bits, an embodied enough-ness. It's a remembered hum in my human heart. To me, this is what wellbeing must be. And it's priceless. Get full access to The Guest House at shawnparell.substack.com/subscribe

Melissa Lavasani is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Washington, DC-based Psychedelic Medicine Coalition, a national association committed to creating and protecting access to psychedelic medicines through advocacy and education on a federal level. Melissa is also President of Psychedelic Medicine Advocacy and its Political Action Committee which is dedicated to ensuring Americans are empowered to elect lawmakers that support safe, equitable access to these life-changing treatments. Prior to that, Melissa proposed Initiative 81, the Entheogenic Plant and Fungus Policy Act of 2020, the largest ballot initiative win in Washington DC's history with 76% approval. Inspired by her own experience as a professional, working mother using psychedelic medicines to overcome severe postpartum depression when the healthcare system failed her, Melissa is one of the leading voices for policy, politics, and advocacy in the psychedelic space. She is also a Founding Board Member of the Psychedelics and Healing Initiative at the Global Wellness Institute, and on the Advisory Boards of Drugs over Dinner and Universal Ibogaine. Melissa has a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Macalester College, a Masters degree in Management from the University of Denver, and a Masters in Public Policy from George Mason University. Born in Washington, DC to Iranian immigrants, Melissa currently lives in Northeast DC with her husband Daniel, daughter Lola (9), son Ramsey (6), and their two rescue dogs, Gus and Daisy. https://www.psychedelicmedicineadvocacy.com https://www.psychedelicmedicinecoalition.org http://www.directimpact.com/

The Chair of the Global Wellness Institute's Respiratory Wellness Initiative, Leo Tonkin is a respiratory health and wellness pioneer and visionary, who was first to bring salt therapy to North America in 2012. As CEO of SALT Chamber, which has completed over 1,400 worldwide projects, Leo has become a leading authority on the design, build, and installation of salt therapy rooms, concepts, and facilities. Leo is also the Founding Chairman of the Salt Therapy Association. In this episode, Leo Tonkin shares his profound knowledge on the powerful effects that  salt chambers can have on the human body. Learn more about Salt Chamber here: https://saltchamberinc.com/ Instagram: @saltchamberincofficial IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL DISCOVER: 00:03:20 - how Leo got interested in benefits of salt chambers out of his own health struggles  00:05:05 - what the point is of a salt chamber  00:11:00 - what Leo does when he travels to reduce his toxin load 00:24:00 - using a salt chamber as a meditation space 00:33:30 - thinking about longevity and the future of the planet  

A cancer survivor, Danielle is deeply passionate about the subject of wellbeing - what it means to live a full and meaningful life. She believes wellbeing should be central to all decision-making at the individual, organizational and societal level and her work is dedicated to making that a reality.As a Workplace Wellbeing Advisor, she works with organizations to help them develop comprehensive, long-term wellbeing strategies. She is also Vice-Chair of the Global Wellness Institute's Workplace Wellbeing Initiative. In addition, Danielle's website The Wellbeing Hacker offers research-based online courses and coaching programs for individuals. Danielle has worked with the best thought leaders in the self-development and wellbeing space. She has been personally mentored by Deepak Chopra, and most recently led his B2B strategy as the former Director of Enterprise Solutions at his company, Chopra Global. In addition, she and Deepak developed and led a unique leadership course called Workplace Wellbeing & the Soul of Leadership, which is now available online (click here).You can find more information here:https://www.danielleposa.com/biohttps://globalwellnessinstitute.org/https://www.wellbeinghacker.com/https://www.workplacewellbeingadvisors.com/...Thanks for listening! We would love your support so we can keep growing this show! Please sign up to nickbracks.com to receive a free chapter of my book. We would love you to subscribe, review, share and comment on the podcast to help us make a difference!The Move Your Mind book & Audiobook is now Available in stories Australia wide and online globally! You can find free chapters & order here: Move Your Mind Book or on my site: nickbracks.comYou can also sign up to our new Move Your Mind community group here: moveyourmind.me or here: Move Your Mind Community We have also relaunched underBRACKS with $1 from every pair going towards mental health. You can find them here: www.underbracks.comYou can find all of the other links here: https://linktr.ee/nickbracks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are excited to have John Toomey join the podcast this week to offer ideas to combat the three core injury drivers: stress, fatigue, and distractions. In this episode, John shares heartfelt personal experiences that focus on the importance of connecting and showing care for others. Tune in to learn inspiring ways to reduce serious incidents and increase personal well-being in the workplace through an intentional culture of care! About the Guest: John Toomey is an International Speaker and Thought leader who delivers seminars that inspire, educate, and empower people to take 100% responsibility for their lives, wellness and mental wellbeing. His impressive background in High Performance Roles in Professional Sport, including 7 AFL Clubs, and Culture Development roles in two A League Clubs, and as Coach of an Olympic Gold Medalist, brings richness and depth to his presentations. John holds a Phys Ed degree from Deakin University, did his Masters Studies in Applied Physiology at Victoria University, studied and taught Human Consciousness as an Avatar Master for 15 years, is a published author and has lectured at multiple Universities in PE and Medicine. For 5 years until 2017 he served on RMIT University's School of Health Sciences Program Advisory Committee. Currently, John is Global Chair of the Global Wellness Institute's Workplace Wellbeing Initiative, the world's premier advisory group on Workplace Wellness. He's delivered over 3,300 Corporate Presentations, spoken at Conferences worldwide, written hundreds of published articles, and completed 4 National Thought Leadership Tours for QBE. He recently published a book, “In It For the Long Haul: Making the Most of the FIFO Lifestyle," his effort to reduce the amount of mental illness and suicides on remote worksites across Australia. John is an avid runner and ocean swimmer, and has 3 adult children, 6 grandkids.  For more information: Website: http://wideawakewellness.com.au Email: jt@wideawakewellness.com.au LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johntoomey-thoughtleader/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wideawakewellness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jackie Roby is CEO of Inspired Journey Consulting.  She is a DEI advocate, host of the podcast Through Inspired Eyes, and founded the #TravelCanHeal Initiative. Jackie is a co-author of the best-selling book The Ultimate Guide to Creating Your Soul-Aligned Business, chosen as one of the Top 30 Inspiring Women to Look Out for in 2022 by Entrepreneurs Herald, and is a sought-out international speaker. She is a founding member of the Global Wellness Institute's Diversity Equity Inclusion Initiative and co-created The Transformational Travel Council's Unpacking Us, a program that works on healing the self for human solidarity.   Using the perfect harmony of Human Design and mental wellness practices, Jackie helps individuals shine in their brilliance and amplify their authentic voice. Through coaching, speaking, and facilitating workshops, she supports change in our inner and outer worlds. Inspired Journey Consulting's vision is to enhance cultural wellness in the workplace, grow emotional intelligence, healing, and self-love for a kinder, more inclusive world. Jocey Wiitanen is the host of The Make Life Fun Show, she is an embodiment coach and the founder of "Backroads Life Coaching". Use the link below to download freebies, book a complimentary call to find out if this is for you or to get more information. https://linktr.ee/makelifefun   From our sponsor:   What if I told you that you could enjoy these benefits without the inconvenience or expense of changing your current skincare routine, but ,,, just by adding something wonderful and affordable to it? Skin that looks and feels More even-toned Firmer Hydrated  Radiant Smoother Smaller pores Well Rejalla Hydrating Serum is this something wonderful that I'm speaking of.     It's perfect for busy moms at any stage of motherhood.  Whether you're trying to conceive, currently pregnant, nursing or preparing for an empty nest, our serum is the clean beauty, fuss-free add-in you've been looking for.   It's formulated to be non-irritating for even the most sensitive of skin.  It's full of beautifying botanicals and features hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin c - the ultimate anti-aging trifecta. It sinks right into your skin, effortlessly between your current toner and moisturizer without feeling greasy or sticky.    It's unscented and also free of toxic ingredients that could harm your health.,  Get it from Rejalla's Amazon shop today by clicking the link in the description box. Let the glowing reviews speak for themselves! Reveal your beauty with Rejalla!   Amazon Link   http://www.amazon.com/rejalla

Christine Clinton is co-founder of Junior Genius Global, which provides support to parents, children and their teachers. She is also Chair of the Wellness for Children Initiative with The Global Wellness Institute. She joins us to talk about the Home Wellness Collection, which was launched in Dubai and around the world during the pandemic to help support parents, caregivers and children with all the tools they would need to get through homeschooling. Christine talks about...

On this week's episode of IMPACT, host Meghan Walker wraps up The Future Of Health series by laying out the upcoming 2023 leading trends in healthcare and wellness from the Global Wellness Institute.   One trend will be increasing connections between our own health and the health and diversity of our environment. The second trend is around technological wellness and the effect of blue light from our devices. More conversations about how technology needs to be managed will be necessary as we move closer to optimal states of wellness.   We will also see more innovations in independent living and home care for seniors to maintain and prolong their quality of life. Wellness travel will also become more popular, incorporating activities like meditation for deep emotional and physical healing along with adventure travel.   A revolution in women's health will be another big trend, especially with the use of artificial intelligence to make decisions about the specific needs and nature of women. And urban bathhouses and wellness playgrounds will become more popular as community centers, instead of local bars, for example.   Another trend will be health coaching, where we can use a health coach to hold us accountable for our health and wellness. And count on the metaverse – the digital world – to transform our healthcare practices through sharing of information and strategies that can be brought back to the real world.   IMPACT medicine and the delivery of care and health optimization will be a major trend in developing eco-systems of possibility for clinicians to help people take their health to the next level.   This Future Of Health series wrap up episode contains advantageous information about the trends that will start to shift health care globally over the next 12–18 months. We can all benefit from the detail included in this episode about these trends so take a listen and be prepared for the Future of Health!     KEY TAKEAWAYS [2:44] The definition of IMPACT Medicine [4:21] The opportunity for entrepreneurs in the healthcare industry [6:45] Trend 1: The environment [7:54] Trend 2: Technological wellness [9:42] Trend 3: Senior living spaces and independence [11:26] Trend 4: Wellness travel [13:41] Trend 5: Focus on women's health research using AI [15:57] Trend 6: Urban bathhouses and wellness playgrounds [17:32] Trend 7: Health coaching [19:27] Trend 8: Role of the metaverse in optimal health [22:08] Bonus trend: IMPACT Medicine [24:04] What Impactful CEO program is all about   HOW TO CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST https://www.instagram.com/drmeghanwalker/ https://linktr.ee/drmeghanwalker https://www.clinicianbusinesslabs.com/ The Impactful CEO  https://go.clinicianbusinesslabs.com/the-impactful-ceo-1  IMPACT Medicine Book https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0BKKQ6S1V?geniuslink=true     MEMORABLE QUOTES “As we look to the massive global industry, there are some keywords that continue to come up with consumers of healthcare on the wellness side of their journey. One of the core words is the word ‘better'.” Meghan Walker   “We help more people not by lowering the cost of expensive one-on-one care, but by innovating our offering.”   Meghan Walker    “In the next era of healthcare, better health will be accessed not through the confined doors of practitioners, but through an opportunity for people to hold health in their own hands.”   Meghan Walker   “Impact medicine is the delivery of care and health optimization that happens on the opposite side of the line of fine.”   Meghan Walker   “There's going to be more and more conversations around how our technology use needs to be managed to move closer to optimal states of wellness and health.”     Meghan Walker   “I think the Metaverse is going to afford an opportunity for people to explore ideas of health and mental health in a way they might not be able to access emotionally or financially in our regular physical world.”   Meghan Walker  

Exercise is everywhere today. It seems that most people have a gym membership, go for a daily run, or do some bodyweight exercises around the house. There are VR apps, video games, and at-home on-demand video courses to help people sweat at home and stay active. That's the role exercise plays in the present — but what was it like in the past?Bill Hayes is the author of seven books, with his most recent title being Sweat: A History of Exercise, the result of a Guggenheim fellowship in nonfiction writing he won. Bill also writes for The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Buzzfeed, and The Guardian, and is a published professional street photographer.What led Bill to look into the history of exercise? It all began at the gym. Bill looked around at everyone else there and thought to himself: How did we all end up here? He was inspired to trace a line backward in time to the history of gyms, exercise, and where it all began. From there, he immediately went to the library to look for a book on the history of exercise. When he didn't find that book, he decided to write it himself.The history of exercise spans over two millennia – from the beginnings of exercise in ancient Greece and Rome up through the pandemic. The research took Bill on a globetrotting adventure – including his discovery of a Latin text believed to be the first in-depth book on exercise from the Renaissance called D'Arte Gymnastica. First published in 1569, it is "one of the earliest books to discuss the therapeutic value of gymnastics and sports generally for the cure of disease and disability, and an important study of gymnastics in the ancient world" Inspired by his findings, the book SWEAT is also interlaced with Bill's personal journey as he tries nearly every form of exercise he discovers.With a title like Sweat, it's relevant to note that most people get the role of sweat wrong. While many think that sweat works to detox the body by pushing out unwanted components, the primary role of sweat is thermal regulation. Without it, we would not be able to survive.One frustration that came up in Bill's research was the gatekeeping against women and girls where they were not allowed or encouraged to exercise—One notable exception being ancient Sparta, which trained its women in the art of warfare. It wasn't until the suffragette movement, coinciding with the popularity of the bicycle, that women were both allowed and encouraged to exercise. In fact, Susan B. Anthony once said “The bicycle has done more for the emancipation of women than anything else in the world. I stand and rejoice every time I see a woman ride by on a wheel—the picture of free, untrammeled womanhood.”The Global Wellness Institute predicted Toxic Masculinity as a recent global trend in wellness. However, information from Bill's studies shows signs that this is not a recent phenomenon. In the ancient Greek athletic games, there was a large amount of idealization of the male form. It was taken to such an extreme that sweat from athletes was gathered and considered a valuable commodity.And for the wellness-curious out there who believe they hate to exercise, Bill offers this tip to help you get started: Replace the word “exercise” with “movement.” Whether it's walking up and down the stairs of your apartment, walking around the park, or playing with your kids, it all counts. Exercise should be joyful. If you think you hate exercise, you just haven't found the right kind of exercise. And while exercise has long-term benefits for your body and overall health, it's important to exercise for how it makes you feel now.To learn more, visit Bill Hayes' site at

World Mental Health Day insights from  Behavioral Breath Specialist Dr. Peter Litchfield, Co-Chair of our Global Wellness Institute's BREATHE Initiative and Alina M. Hernandez, Co-Chair of GWI Mental Wellness Initiative and Mayo Clinic trained Wellness Coach. Here are some actionable tools for being more aware of how you can find stress relief and nourish your mental health.

When we're talking about wellness, it makes sense to start the discussion where we spend most of our time: indoors. Despite how our modern society is structured, it's important to remember that until recent history, humankind spent most of its time outside—not contained within four walls and a roof. Today humans spend roughly 90% of their time indoors and the pandemic has been a harsh reminder of how important the quality of indoor air is to our health and wellbeling. The Global Wellness Institute's 2018 report, https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/industry-research/wellness-real-estate-communities-research/ (Build Well to Live Well), is the first research to size and analyze the global and regional wellness lifestyle real estate and communities market Then in 2020 GWI's White Paper, https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/industry-research/resetting-the-world-with-wellness/ (Resetting the World With Wellness: Healthy Built Environments for Healthy People), describes how our unhealthy built environment can cause both chronic and infectious diseases like COVID-19, and it elaborates the roles that communities, businesses and governments can play in building healthier homes and communities for healthier people  This week's guest is Paul Scialla – the founder and CEO of Delos living, one of the world's premiere wellness real estate companies. We'll hear how Paul's passion for researching how to better the lived environment actually helped fuel a movement. Meeting at the intersection of technology, real estate, sustainability, medicine, research, altruism, and design, Paul will also elaborate on biophilic design – or incorporating aspects of the natural world into our indoor environments, Wellness real estate is all about complementing both LEED certification and WELL certification which focus more on the environmental impact that buildings have and taking things a step further with a people-first approach to building. After spending 18 years on Wall Street—ten of them as a partner at Goldman Sachs—his interest in sustainability and altruistic capitalism led him to found Delos and later start the International WELL Building Institute. So much of what he learned on Wall Street informs what he does now, taking an approach of mathematics and evidence to the wellness paradigm.  Delos has been merging health sciences with building sciences for over a decade, much of that research that had never been done before. They also took their hard-earned research, with over five years and over 100 million dollars of capital invested into it, and published it all for free. Today the company has projects that span every income level, from affordable housing to senior living centers to public school systems.  We discuss why Paul's passion and curiosity have led him to become an authority in the wellness and sustainability movements, what tools Delos provides to accomplish their wellness goals, the difficulty in finding the best products in air filtration, and the possibilities of creating clean environments in your own homes. To learn more, visit Delos' site at https://delos.com/ (Delos.com). Resources: https://delos.com (delos.com) https://www.wellcertified.com/ (wellcertified.com) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-scialla/ (linkedin.com/in/paul-scialla) https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/industry-research/wellness-real-estate-communities-research/ (2018 Build Well to Live Well: Wellness Lifestyle Real Estate & Communities) https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/industry-research/resetting-the-world-with-wellness/ (2020 Resetting the World with Wellness White Paper Series) Hosted by https://www.swellpublicrelations.com (Kim Marshall).

We continue our coverage of ESTO with Danielle Posa, Vice Chair of the Workplace Wellbeing Initiative for the Global Wellness Institute. We discuss the difference between wellness and wellbeing, the rise in the pursuit for self-care, and the opportunity for destinations to cater more to mothers traveling with children. Danielle was a keynote speaker at ESTO.

The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) was launched in 2007 and modeled after the World Economic Forum. Since then it has grown to be the most influential meeting between titans of the wellness industry. Its non-profit research arm, the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) was launched in 2015. Neither organization would exist without the dedication and vision of this week's guest. Today we're talking to the co-founder, chair, and CEO of both GWS and GWI—sometimes called the Godmother of Wellness. During our conversation, you'll hear the living history of a global movement explained and find out details of Susie's incredible journey to becoming one of the most prominent voices in the world of wellness. She also details not only how her organizations were the first to identify and quantify the Global Wellness Economy and how you can access all of the free wellness resources that have resulted from the work spearheaded by Susie and her team of collaborators. When Susie started her career, there wasn't even a wellness conversation. Things like fitness, nutrition, and beauty existed in their own silos and were only brought together in places called spas. In fact, the very first Global Wellness Summit was actually called the Global Spa Summit. Despite all of the importance placed on the Summit—and it is an incredible event held in different countries each year and which this year is bringing together industry leaders to the welltech hub of Tel Aviv, Israel —you don't have to attend to benefit from the Global Wellness Institute's efforts. Part of Susie's mission is to promote research and trends that are making a difference in the world and to make much of that information available free to the public. Those research and trends range across the eleven sectors of wellness, in descending order of dollar value as of 2020: Personal Care & Beauty – $955 billion Healthy Eating & Nutrition – $946 b Physical Activity/Fitness – $738 b Wellness Tourism – $436 b Traditional & Complementary Medicine – $413 b Public Health, Preventive & Personal Medicine - $375 b Wellness Real Estate – $275 b Mental Wellness – $131 b Spas – $68 b Workplace Wellness – $49 b Hot Springs - $39 b GWS' research topic for 2022 is wellness policy. We're seeing that governments are wanting to have more direction when it comes to wellness, and the policy choices they make have a vast impact on people's lives. In the coming years, we're going to see even more how the decisions of policy play a role in our global wellness. You'll hear how Susie Ellis' recipe for success is vision, passion, and responding to a personal calling -- and how that helped grow this dynamic organization. And there's only more to come as GWS and GWI continue to recognize and research trends to identify and shape the future of the wellness industry. To learn more, visit Global Wellness Summit's site at http://globalwellnesssummit.com (GlobalWellnessSummit.com). Resources: Twitter: https://twitter.com/susieellis (@susieellis) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-ellis-4b84b15 (linkedin.com/in/susie-ellis-4b84b15) http://wellnessevidence.com (wellnessevidence.com) Hosted by https://www.swellpublicrelations.com (Kim Marshall).

Burnout existed prior to the pandemic and has become a widespread phenomena since. Today, I speak to Erayna Sargent, the Burnout Whisper, about the topic of burnout. We discuss the the definition of burnout, how burnout impacts women of color specifically, how friends and family can support a loved one experiencing burnout, and so much more.  This is part 1 of our 2 part series on burnout.  About Erayna SargentErayna is a speaker, mental wellness champion and founder of Hooky Wellness— your one-stop for burnout relief. Personal experience gave her deep empathy for the challenges in the relief journey and set her on a mission to create practical burnout support that meets you where you are. Erayna has an MBA from Indiana University, is a Global Wellness Institute initiative member, a contributing writer for Well+Good with guest appearances across publications including NPR Life Kit, Thrive Global, & Architectural Digest.Follow Erayna on Instagram, Facebook , Twitter , and Linkedin. About the Writing on My Mind PodcastDr. Emmanuela Stanislaus, doctorate coach and diversity consultant, discusses the ups and downs of pursuing a doctoral degree. Tune in as she shares personal stories and revealing conversations with other BIPOC women who share their doctoral journey and provide inspiration for others to level up as doc students.Follow Dr. Emmanuela Stanislaus on Instagram and Twitter. Connect with Dr. Emmanuela Stanislaus on LinkedIn. Don't forget to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Support the show

The CEO of SALT Chamber and Founder of the Salt Therapy Association discusses respiratory wellness and why dry salt therapy is an ideal offering for older adults. Learn how senior living communities can convert and existing space into a solo, couples or multipurpose salt room. About Leo Leo M. Tonkin has been CEO of several companies over the past 30 years focused on strategic, organizational, and leadership development. A pioneer and visionary with a passion for respiratory health and wellness, Leo was the first to bring salt therapy to North America in 2012. As CEO of SALT Chamber, which has completed over 1,300 worldwide projects, Leo has become a leading authority on the design, build, and installation of salt therapy rooms, concepts, and facilities as a new business and for day spas, med spas, wellness centers, health practitioners, senior living communities and rehabilitation facilities to add salt therapy to their existing services. Leo is also the Founding Chairman of the Salt Therapy Association, a not-for-profit trade organization providing research, education, and innovation for the salt therapy industry. He has recently been named Initiative Chair for the new Respiratory Wellness Initiative from the Global Wellness Institute. Leo is considered a thought leader and a futurist in organizational development and is a published author, a highly sought-after keynote speaker and lecturer, and has written more than 30 programs from executive excellence and team building to communication and breakthrough thinking. As a recent cancer survivor, Leo passionate about the health benefits of salt therapy and the difference it can make in people's lives. Key Takeaways Dry salt therapy involves the inhalation of tiny sodium chloride particles produced by a halogenerator, which pulls out pathogens in the mucus. As we age, the respiratory system becomes more fragile and more susceptible to ailments like COPD, asthma, and allergies. Dry salt therapy acts as an anti-inflammatory, opens the airway passages, and increases oxygen intake. Multiple research studies validate the positive impact of dry salt therapy on lung functionality and lung volume recovery times, COPD, asthma, allergies, and bronchial issues. Senior living communities can easily convert an existing space into a solo or a couple's salt room or create a larger multi-purpose room with social activities like stretching or yoga. To request information on converting your space into a salt room, visit saltchamberinc.com/seniorliving

Dr. Michael Roizen is the Cleveland Clinic's first Chief Wellness Officer, and the author of four New York Times best-sellers.  He's won several awards in the medical community, given over 1200 lectures, and made appearances on Oprah, The Today Show, CNN, CBS, Good Morning America, and more, he writes a daily newspaper column and has run a radio show known as YOU The Owner's Manual for over 20 years. When people ask him what he does for fun, he says: “I read medicine.” He was also the co-chair of the 2021 Global Wellness Summit in Boston, where a number of expert doctors and academics discussed the intersection of healthcare and self-care. He used to claim that 60 is the new 40, but his latest talk, “90 is the new 40,” sent ripples through the summit attendees. We're going to explore what insights brought him to make this outrageous-seeming claim about the near future. Dr Roizen's passion for medicine started at a young age and he remembers the moment vividly. At nine years old he was terribly sick, so his family took him to the doctor. One shot and six hours later he felt great, and he knew that he wanted to be the person who made other people feel better as well. A realistic roadmap for The Global Wellness Institute's “Wellness Moonshot” goal of eliminating preventable disease,  Dr. Roizen has identified six areas – which he calls the  “six normals” – that  if you get them to a healthy level you can reduce your risk of chronic disease by 80-90%. These areas are normal blood pressure, good cholesterol, good blood sugar, obesity, not smoking, and stress management.  He adds that – if you simply see a primary care practitioner and keep your immunizations up to date – you reduce your risk for chronic disease even more!  ' He's also on the leading edge of the areas of research that are going to make all of the difference, including stem cells, autophagy, epigenetic reboot, hormone replacement, reduced tissue regeneration As crazy as this might sound at first, it's not only possible, it is probable. The research shows us how to do it—now it's just a matter of getting the resources and information into the hands of as many people as possible, which is what Dr. Michael Roizen is focused on today. To learn more, visit Dr. Michael Roizen's at https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/6161-michael-roizen (my.ClevelandClinic.org) Topics: The difference between wellness and healthcare Making wellness appealing and understandable Making healthy choices fun The health pandemic deadlier than COVID-19 The “six normals plus two” that can drastically reduce preventable disease Four important components of physical activity Fourteen areas of research that lead to longevity Practical steps to improve your health at home Resources: Twitter: https://twitter.com/drmikeroizen (@drmikeroizen) Listen: https://radiomd.com/show/you-the-owners-manual-radio-show (YOU: The Owner's Manual) https://www.amazon.com/Great-Age-Reboot-Cracking-Longevity/dp/1426221517 (The Great Age Reboot: Cracking the Longevity Code for a Younger Tomorrow) https://www.amazon.com/RealAge-Are-You-Young-Can-ebook/dp/B0040GJDX0 (RealAge: Are You as Young as You Can Be?) https://www.amazon.com/AgeProof-Living-Without-Running-Breaking-ebook/dp/B01HZFB65A (AgeProof: Living Longer Without Running Out of Money or Breaking a Hip) https://www.amazon.com/What-Eat-When-Strategic-Improve-ebook/dp/B07DZHQ67B/ (What to Eat When: A Strategic Plan to Improve Your Health and Life Through Food) Hosted by http://www.swelltheagency.com (Kim Marshall.)

This week, wellness leader, Mia Kyricos, speaks with us about what's most important in and out of the office: love and authentic human connection. Mia is a global leading woman in wellness, sits on the advisory boards of Cornell university, Wellness for Cancer, and the Global Wellness Institute. She is also a celebrated speaker and has had her worked featured in the New York Times, LA Times, Travel Weekly, and more, and is the President & Chief Love Officer at Kyricos & Associates LLC. Mia delves into the booming industry, her personal journey to becoming the wellness expert she is, and what it means to be a “Chief Love Officer.” For all those who want to learn more about the wellness economy, as well as those who need a reminder about the vital importance of love and curiosity, tune in for a sincere and honest conversation. 

Before the term "wellness" became a buzzword and grew into the trillion-dollar industry it is today, Susie Ellis was championing the cause. In 2014, she founded the non-profit organization Global Wellness Institute dedicated to research and educating both public and private sectors about preventative health measures. As Chairman and CEO, Ellis also oversees the organization's annual Global Wellness Summit and Global Wellness Tourism Congress which bring together experts from around the world to share knowledge and influence change. Since the pandemic, Ellis has seen health and wellness brought into the public eye like never before and is happy to continue her groundbreaking work to help change peoples' lives.