Podcasts about Herbert Benson

It's simple to calm your nervous system in minutes using a meditation technique taught by Dr. Juna. In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna, a double board-certified radiologist and lifestyle medicine physician, guides you through a relaxation response method inspired by Dr. Herbert Benson's work at Harvard Medical School on meditation and blood pressure. You'll learn how to interrupt everyday thoughts, reduce stress, and activate your parasympathetic nervous system, resulting in a lower heart rate and relaxed muscle tension and a whole host of other benefits. For more resources, visit mindbodyspace.com00:00 Introduction to Relaxation Response00:33 Understanding Stress and Relaxation Response01:41 Guided Relaxation Exercise09:17 Concluding Thoughts and Resources

In this episode, we continue our exploration of stress and its impact on the body, diving into the science of the relaxation response, a built-in healing mechanism discovered by Dr. Herbert Benson. From monkeys controlling their blood pressure with brainpower alone, to Tibetan monks raising their body temperature in freezing conditions, we examine how meditation and focused practices can shift the body from stress to rest. We'll explore how chronic stress affects immunity, cancer risk, and overall health, and share the inspiring story of Shin Terayama, who used these principles to reclaim his life from terminal illness. Plus, we'll provide three practical steps you can implement today to activate your own relaxation response, support cellular healing, and protect your immune system.This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

In this episode of Everyday Health Stories, Anna and Dr. Kota Reddy explore the surprising power of breathing techniques in managing high blood pressure. From the groundbreaking Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training (IMST) to ancient practices like Pranayama and the relaxation response coined by Dr. Herbert Benson, the hosts dive into the science behind how intentional breathing can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, improve nitric oxide production, and regulate baroreceptor sensitivity. They break down practical, easy-to-follow steps for incorporating these techniques into daily life, offering listeners a simple, time-efficient way to improve their cardiovascular health, reduce stress, and boost overall well-being. Perfect for anyone looking for natural, accessible tools to enhance their health!

In the first half, author Eldon Taylor, an expert in subliminal communication and hypnosis, discussed the vast potential of human consciousness, including psychic abilities and manifesting tangible outcomes. There is no limit to human potential, he remarked, as he shared fascinating stories of savants, including one individual who, after a traumatic brain injury, became a mathematical genius. He emphasized the importance of recognizing and training our mental abilities, suggesting that when "we work out at the gym, we train our body, but we don't train our mind." Regarding psychic experiences, he asserted that "more people have it and will admit to having it," but many suppress or dismiss these abilities due to fear or societal stigma. He added, "If you have that natural ability, I believe that we should all develop those gifts that are given."Taylor explained the importance of self-assessment in personal growth, stating, "You need to have a serious self-assessment... listen to how you talk to yourself." He encouraged listeners to confront their inner dialogues, which often undermine their ambitions. He recalled a powerful exercise he conducts with audiences, asking them to silently affirm their goals, only to observe their negative reactions in how they talk to themselves. Taylor also warned against the dangers of consuming polarized media, explaining how it can manipulate emotions and rewire thought patterns. He called for a collective pause to reflect and recharge, advocating for gratitude and self-care in the face of overwhelming societal challenges.----------In the latter half, mind-body practitioner and author Bill Douglas spoke about the latest developments in the science of consciousness and meditation. Citing Dr. Herbert Benson's research, he reported that mind-body practices (such as meditation, Tai Chi, Qigong, yoga, and mindfulness) "can prevent or treat between 60 and 90% of the health issues that send us to the doctor." Pointing out the scientific basis of these techniques, he explained that when we engage in these meditative practices, we experience the alpha brainwave state, our awareness expands, and our immune system gets profoundly boosted. Further, there are compelling results from studies showing that communities with high levels of meditation practitioners were able to reduce the local crime rate.Highlighting the transformative power of meditation and mindfulness, he noted that when we go into these states of coherence, it brings us into the present and in connection with everything. He recalled that over 50% of participants in a meditation study reported extraordinary consciousness experiences, ranging from spiritual events to synchronicities. Douglas also discussed Dr. Dean Radin's research on human consciousness, and Dr. Masaru Emoto's studies on water crystals, which demonstrated that thought could affect the shape of water crystals. Douglas encouraged listeners to embrace mindfulness techniques, such as guided visualization and breath control, to enhance their mental well-being. "Anytime our exhales are longer than our inhales, it slows down the heart, and then that slows down the brain," he explained, indicating that these practices create a fertile ground for healing.

After learning about non-attachment after revisiting Wim Wenders's visit in Tokyo-Ga to the gravesite of famous director Yasujirō Ozu (who left his body only eight months after Jon Katz was born), whose headstone was marked solely with the character 無 Mu (translatable as nothingness), Fairfax Virginia criminal and DUI defense lawyer Jonathan Katz learned more clearly and deeply about nonduality / non-attachment, and began more intentionally pursuing this life path, through his continued practice of the taijiquan martial art, additional mindfulness practice, and lessons from such great teachers as Baba Ram Das (born Richard Alpert) about our interconnectedness.Jon learned about the lawyers mindfulness movement, ultimately attended a great partially silent long weekend law professionals' retreat at the Blue Cliff Monastery, for a year became coordinator of the then-named Contemplative Lawyers group of the national capital area, and finally was willing to spend a long weekend in heavy silence and meditation -- other than during group discussion and question and answer sessions -- at the 2015 Mindful Lawyering long weekend at the Garrison Institute.While Zoketsu Norman Fischer -- a former abbot at the San Francisco Zen Center, which Shunryu Suzuki Roshi founded -- was the biggest draw for Jon among the teachers at this Mindful Lawyering retreat, the remaining lineup of teachers was also great. Nikki Mirghafori stood out for Jon among the retreats' teachers for her apparent particularly practical approach to applying mindfulness, together with her profession as an artificial intelligence scientist. Nikki also brings us front and center to the mindfulness of death, seeing that we all have only one exit from this world. Nikki's social media links are at www.facebook.com/dr.nikki.mirghafori; www.facebook.com/nikki.mirghafori; linkedin.com/in/nmirghafori; www.instagram.com/nikki.mirghafori; x.com/NikkiMirghaforiIn this Beat the Prosecution podcast conversation between Nikki and Jon, they both learn that their early meditation practices involved applying Herbert Benson's Relaxation Response, and moved forward. Nikki's early mindfulness practice took place during very substantial personal challenges. Jon asks Nikki for ideas for lawyers, criminal defendants and others to deal with their suffering, addiction, and suicidal thoughts, as well as how to beat the prosecution. Nikki's lessons include being mindful and compassionate, engaging in restorative justice, and being ready to interact with prosecutors and others on a human level.  Visit Nikki's website for a treasure trove of discussion, meditations, and daily happy hours of guided meditation, talks and discussion.  This podcast with Fairfax, Virginia criminal / DUI lawyer Jon Katz is playable on all devices at podcast.BeatTheProsecution.com. For more information, visit https://BeatTheProsecution.com or contact us at info@BeatTheProsecution.com, 703-383-1100 (calling), or 571-406-7268 (text). Hear our prior podcasts, at https://podcast.BeatTheProsecution.com/If you like what you hear on our Beat the Prosecution podcast, please take a moment to post a review at our Apple podcasts page (with stars only, or else also with a comment) at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beat-the-prosecution/id1721413675

https://www.laurienadel.com/about.htmlFrom Journalist to Therapist: Her BackstoryToday we call those events “breaking news.”  During her twenty years working as a writer-producer for CBS News, Reuters Television and ABC News, she came to realize that people whose lives were destroyed by violence would need long-term support. As a result of her experience covering the military dictatorship in Chile for Newsweek, Laurie worked with several human rights organizations upon her return to the States. She started the human rights committee of the Overseas Press Club and co-founded the Committee to Protect Journalists. (NY Times and  World Policy Journal.)In 1987, after burning out working the Iran-Contra hearings on the heels of a long Writers Guild of America strike,  Laurie came down with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS/ME) and was bedridden for nearly three years.  As there is no conventional treatment for this virus, she began studying the work of Dr. Herbert Benson who introduced meditation to the medical community.  She began a lifelong meditation practice and eventually went back to graduate school for doctorates in cognitive psychology and clinical hypnotherapy. In 2000, she completed post-doctoral clinical training in mind-body medicine with Dr. Benson at Harvard Medical School's Institute of Mind-Body Medicine.Her need to find new ways to help people struggling with mental health issues led her to travel to South America in the 1990s to study with indigenous healers and shamans in the jungles, mountains, and cities of South America.   Dr. Laurie integrates their teachings of connecting with nature into all of her sessions and workshops. A Reiki Master for the past two decades, she is expanding her Reiki practice to help animals and their human companions,  (animalreikiplanet.com)A psychotherapist in Manhattan during the week,  Laurie spent most weekends filing cover stories for The New York Times.  Her “On the Water” features covered the local marine environment and extreme water sports. Her column “Long Island at Worship” reported on communities of faith in the suburbs.  An expert in stress, health and trauma, Laurie has done more than 100 TV interviews including CBS News, CNN and the BBC. Her work has been featured in  The Wall Street Journal , Business Insider, People magazine and The New York Times. She was a guest on Oprah, talking about her revolutionary four-time best-seller Sixth Sense: Unlocking Your Ultimate Mind Power  which launched the psychic revolution.  Still in print after 33 years, Sixth Sense broke the story of the Pentagon's secret psychic espionage program.

Tiny sessions with big results might be our "way in" to meditation and mindfulness. Indeed, a small practice of it can be life-changing. Let's dip our toes in the water together, learning about minis, and then tackling a slightly longer practice in the form of a brief walking meditation session. Don't let the perfect (20 minute mediation on a mat and ohmms) be the enemy of the really awesome (mindfulness minis)!    LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for support, motivation and fun! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com Wellness While Walking on Threads     RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links)   Relaxation Revolution, Herbert Benson, MD Wherever You Go, There You Are, Jon Kabat-Zinn Mindfulness Meditation and Relaxation Response Affect the Brain Differently, harvard.edu/gazzette Meet Mr. Mindfulness: How Jon Kabat-Zinn Brought Mindfulness to the Masses, parade.com What's the Difference Between Meditation and Mindfulness, chopra.com Harvard Neuroscientist: Meditation Not Only Reduces Stress, Here's How It Changes Your Brain, washingtonpost.com From the article: There is not sufficient data generated yet to answer this question. Some studies suggest that practicing even 5-10 minutes a day can provide some benefits. Some studies suggest that there is a correlation between change in symptoms and amount of practice (i.e. those that practiced more derived greater benefits).  Website of that neuroscientist Early article about the gut-brain axis  3 Simple Strategies to Help You Focus and De-Stress, mayoclinic.org The Long Road Turns to Joy: A Guide to Walking, Thich Nhat Hanh   DISCLAIMER Neither I nor my podcast guests are doctors or healthcare professionals of any kind, and nothing on this podcast or associated content should be considered medical advice. The information provided by Wellness While Walking Podcast and associated material, by Whole Life Workshop and by Bermuda Road Wellness LLC is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment, and before undertaking a new health care regimen, including walking.

You may be breathing wrong. Here's how to fix it. At times, self-improvement can seem like a never-ending hallway filled with limitless shame and insufficiency. So when something as simple as the breath falls into this category, it seems only natural to meet that news with some resistance. Our guest today, James Nestor, argues that many of us, of all things, are breathing incorrectly but that by fixing our breathing, it can help with both physical and psychological ailments.Nestor is a science journalist who wrote a book called, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, which spent 18 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list and was translated into more than 35 languages.In this episode we talk about:How Nestor got interested in breathing in the first placeWhy we are the worst breathers in the animal kingdomThe importance of postureThe deleterious effects of mouth breathingWhy we need to chew moreThe relationship between breathing and anxietyThe relationship between breathing and sleepAnd we dive into a variety of breathing exercisesWhere to find James Nestor online:Website: www.mrjamesnestor.comSocial Media:FacebookInstagramBook Mentioned:Breath: The New Science of a Lost ArtOther Resources Mentioned:Daniel E. LiebermanThe Wim Hof MethodDr. Stanislav Grof and holotropic breathworkDr. Richard P. BrownMatthew P. WalkerMore on Kundalini Yoga and BreathingSudarshan KriyaDr. Herbert Benson and tummo breathing techniqueRelated Episodes:Three Lessons from Happiness Research | Emma SeppäläSign up for Dan's weekly newsletter hereFollow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTokTen Percent Happier online bookstoreSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelOur favorite playlists on: Anxiety, Sleep, Relationships, Most Popular EpisodesFor tickets to Dan Harris: Celebrating 10 Years of 10% Happier at Symphony Space: click hereFull Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/james-nestor-rerunAdditional Resources:Download the Ten Percent Happier app today: https://10percenthappier.app.link/installSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode you discover step by step how to do the Relaxation Response Mantra Meditation Method and then how to combine this method with EFT, short for Emotional Freedom Techniques.---Resources:The two books mentioned in this episode (Note: Both books are available in paperback and Kindle / digital versions):Herbert Benson, M.D. and Mirarm K. Kipper. "The Relaxation Response". U.S. Amazon link https://www.amazon.com/Relaxation-Response-Herbert-Benson/dp/0380815958/ref=sr_1_1Herbert Benson, M.D. "Beyond the Relaxation Response". U.S. Amazon link:https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Relaxation-Response-Stress-Reduction-Americans/dp/0425081834/ref=monarch_sidesheetEmotional Freedom Techniques for Vision Impairment Investigator/s: Peta Stapleton (Chief Investigator) School of Psychology, Bond University Australia:Link: https://bond.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dhUPmOs2MiT2XCm?fbclid=IwAR1eX2pr3AYOKeGD5wXea3IhZcFqdpkSSzhZmMtpoFfWKGVICNALoQ6KT1EThe eight Relaxation Response Meditation steps:Step One: Pick a brief phrase or word that reflects your basic belief system.Step Two: Choose a comfortable position.Step Three: Close your eyes. Gently close your eyes and relax the area around your eyes.Step Four: Relax your muscles using progressive muscle relaxation.Step Five: Become aware of your breathing, and start using your faith-rooted focus word.Step Six: Maintain a passive attitude. Be an observer to whatever emerges in awareness without judgement.Step Seven: Continue for a set period of time. Any amount of time can be beneficial, but if possible choose to meditate for at least 10 to a maximum of 20 minutes.Step Eight: Practice the technique twice daily.3 Ways to Combine EFT with Relaxation Response Meditation:Tap a round of EFT for letting go of stress / tension prior to your meditation session.address your subconscious mind prior to the meditation session and voice an invitation such as: “As I meditate I invite my subconscious mind to bring into awareness any belief, memory, or desire that can benefit from one or more sessions of EFT.”Tap in a Positive Energy Form after your meditation session.Here are the two "EFT Tapping Junction" episodes that guide you through how to tap in Positive Energy Forms using Positive EFT:“Positive EFT for Sky High Confidence”: Link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/positive-eft-tapping-for-sky-high-confidence--40078027“Positive EFT for Sunshine Energy”: Link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/positive-eft-tapping-for-sunshine-energy--25858324Host: Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.comListen to previous episodes of "EFT Tapping Junction" on the website: https://StressReliefRadio.com or https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eft-tapping-junction--4154174---Technical information:Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X.---Key words: mantra, meditation, mantra meditation, Thought Field Therapy, TFT, Emotional Freedom Techniques, EFT, tapping, stress relief, Relaxation Response,---

In this episode you discover step by step how to do the Relaxation Response Mantra Meditation Method and then how to combine this method with EFT.Time stamps for topics:00:00 - Episode intro;00:34 - Who is show for, host info;01:34 - Two main topics for this episode;02:11 - Meditation research;04:34 - Publication of "The Relaxation Response";06:25 - Publication of "Beyond the Relaxation Response" and the Faith Factor;07:48 - Eight steps to engage the Relaxation Response and the Faith Factor;16:49 - "What will I experience?;19:41 - 3 Ways to combine EFT and Meditation;24:30 - Improving vision with EFT - how to participate in the study;27:20 - How to contact host with questions - links in the show notes.---Resources:The two books mentioned in this episode (Note: Both books are available in paperback and Kindle / digital versions):Herbert Benson, M.D. and Mirarm K. Kipper. "The Relaxation Response". U.S. Amazon link https://www.amazon.com/Relaxation-Response-Herbert-Benson/dp/0380815958/ref=sr_1_1Herbert Benson, M.D. "Beyond the Relaxation Response". U.S. Amazon link:https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Relaxation-Response-Stress-Reduction-Americans/dp/0425081834/ref=monarch_sidesheetEmotional Freedom Techniques for Vision Impairment Investigator/s: Peta Stapleton (Chief Investigator) School of Psychology, Bond University Australia:Link: https://bond.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dhUPmOs2MiT2XCm?fbclid=IwAR1eX2pr3AYOKeGD5wXea3IhZcFqdpkSSzhZmMtpoFfWKGVICNALoQ6KT1EThe eight Relaxation Response Meditation steps:Step One: Pick a brief phrase or word that reflects your basic belief system.Step Two: Choose a comfortable position.Step Three: Close your eyes. Gently close your eyes and relax the area around your eyes.Step Four: Relax your muscles using progressive muscle relaxation.Step Five: Become aware of your breathing, and start using your faith-rooted focus word.Step Six: Maintain a passive attitude. Be an observer to whatever emerges in awareness without judgement.Step Seven: Continue for a set period of time. Any amount of time can be beneficial, but if possible choose to meditate for at least 10 to a maximum of 20 minutes.Step Eight: Practice the technique twice daily.3 Ways to Combine EFT with Relaxation Response Meditation:Tap a round of EFT for letting go of stress / tension prior to your meditation session.address your subconscious mind prior to the meditation session and voice an invitation such as: “As I meditate I invite my subconscious mind to bring into awareness any belief, memory, or desire that can benefit from one or more sessions of EFT.”Tap in a Positive Energy Form after your meditation session.Here are the two "EFT Tapping Junction" episodes that guide you through how to tap in Positive Energy Forms using Positive EFT:“Positive EFT for Sky High Confidence”: Link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/positive-eft-tapping-for-sky-high-confidence--40078027“Positive EFT for Sunshine Energy”: Link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/positive-eft-tapping-for-sunshine-energy--25858324Host: Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.comListen to previous episodes of "EFT Tapping Junction" on the website: https://StressReliefRadio.com or https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eft-tapping-junction--4154174---Technical information:Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X.---Key words: mantra, meditation, mantra meditation, Thought Field Therapy, TFT, Emotional Freedom Techniques, EFT, tapping, stress relief,---

Did you know the average American is aging faster than they should? It's true. Your biological age tends to be older than your actual age, and most of us will spend the last 16 years of our lives managing multiple illnesses. Needless to say, we need to do something about this—and fast.    Fortunately, we can. In this episode, Dr. Kara Fitzgerald joins me to talk about her mind-blowing study, in which they de-aged people by three years in just eight weeks. She's going to explain the study, what they learned about the real levers of aging, why genetics aren't as influential as we previously thought, and what we can all start doing today to live better for longer. You're going to be shocked by how simple it is to literally turn back the clock.   FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/youngeryou   Download a FREE copy of Inner Wellness, Outer Beauty: Your Anti-Aging Cheat Sheet: http://jjvirgin.com/antiaging   Learn how foods cause leaky gut in The Virgin Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback   Read my book, Sugar Impact Diet:  https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book   Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com   Learn more about Dr. Kara Fitzgerald: https://youngeryouprogram.com   Read Younger You: https://amzn.to/3NJKLKa   Study: Aging: Potential reversal of epigenetic age using a diet and lifestyle intervention: a pilot randomized clinical trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33844651/   Study: Aging Cell: Reversal of epigenetic aging and immunosenescent trends in humans: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6826138/   Dr. Joe Dispenza meditations: https://drjoedispenza.com/?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a   Try Pluck organ meat seasoning: https://amzn.to/3NIWPM1   Listen to Is There Such a Thing as “Anti-Nutrients”? with Dr. Deanna Minich: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/is-there-such-a-thing-as-anti-nutrients-with-dr-deanna-minich-ep-585/   Read Eat to Beat Disease by Dr. William W. Li : https://amzn.to/3QDdClG   Read Eat to Beat Your Diet by Dr. William W. Li: https://amzn.to/47i87gS   Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat: https://amzn.to/3JVQk6q   Try Dr. Herbert Benson's Relaxation Response Protocol: http://www.relaxationresponse.org/steps/    Get Lactobacillus plantarum in Reignite Wellness™ Flora Harmony: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/all/products/flora-harmony   Learn more about Blue Zones: https://www.bluezones.com/ Get Dr. Fitzgerald's Younger You Supplement Guide: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/supplements/  

Our previous article briefly looked into the World of literature on mental health. We considered the early inclusion of mental health literature available to our young minds by viewing Christopher Robin's friends and his mental state of mind. Leaving the door open for discussion concerning his imaginary friendship was either a coping mechanism or schizophrenia. Then, to whet your appetite, I introduced you to some stars in this field of work. One example was the Yellow Wallpaper (1892). This was a personal view of a woman suffering from post-partum depression and the treatment that she received through a series of diary entries. The woman's condition deteriorates, but all the while, her illness is trivialised by the people around her, including her own husband, John, who also happens to be her doctor—inferring that the intent behind each type of literature is relevant in determining how mental health is portrayed.  One of the most impactful aspects of literature is its ability to validate individual experiences. Society often stigmatises or misunderstands mental health conditions, leaving many people isolated by fear or ignorance and invalidated. An emerging field known as bibliotherapy utilises books specifically chosen to address various psychological needs. Bibliotherapy involves guided reading recommended by professionals such as therapists or librarians who curate personalised book lists tailored to individual interests or concerns. By engaging with literary works designed explicitly for healing purposes — whether it be self-help guides aimed at reducing stress levels like “The Relaxation Response” by Herbert Benson or memoirs depicting triumph over trauma like “Wild” by Cheryl Strayed — individuals can benefit from the therapeutic power of literature and enhance their well-being. Likewise, a form of creative bibliotherapy has been observed in photography, and it has been suggested as a powerful tool for conveying emotion and channels for self-expression. Photography can be more than a hobby by addressing someone's desires or issues like loneliness and anxiety. The camera can capture the moment when you are physically in the moment during your mindfulness period or out in nature, forest bathing.  The possibilities for this are endless: you can focus the lens and mind by engaging your senses and fully immersing yourself in the forest surroundings, from insects to animals down to the current Autumn colours or future spring and Summer blossoms.  Remember to take deep breaths to inhale the natural aromas, listen to the sounds of the forest, and observe the rich colours and textures of the environment. Sounds absolutely idyllic. Fiction or non-fiction literature, which one is best to learn about mental health? When it comes to learning about mental health, both fiction and non-fiction literature can be valuable resources. Non-fiction literature, such as self-help books and scientific research, provides factual information, explanations, and strategies for managing mental health problems.  They offer insights from professionals and individuals with personal experiences, providing a sense of credibility.  On the other hand, fiction literature can offer a unique perspective on mental health by exploring characters' inner thoughts and emotions.  It allows readers to empathise and connect with the struggles and triumphs of fictional individuals, which can foster understanding and compassion. Fiction can also provide a safe space for readers to explore complex emotions and experiences that they may not be ready or able to confront in real life. Read more:

In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener email that shares a realization relating to her safety and wellness in the present moment in the face of anxiety. The listener has clearly come to an understanding of some of the core principles shared here on the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, particularly relating to the separation that exists between our existence in the present moments and the thoughts and feelings we may be having in the present moment. Listen in to gain insight on how to handle anxious thoughts and feelings in the present moment and maintain a deeper sense of safety and security despite such thoughts.Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors!https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast.Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/Here's what's included for $5/month:❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind❤ And more fun surprises along the way!All this in your favorite podcast app!To learn more go to:https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingWhat is anxiety?Quote:The relaxation response is a physical state of deep rest that changes the physical and emotional responses to stress... and the opposite of the fight or flight response.-Herbert BensonChapters0:00:24 Listener Epiphany: Feeling Safe in the Present Moment0:01:32 Sharing a Powerful Email from a Listener0:03:05 Importance of Mindfulness and Present Moment Awareness0:13:13 The Power of Progressive Muscle Relaxation0:14:17 The Importance of Journaling and Self-Reflection0:17:22 Physical Movement and Letting Go of Unnecessary StressorsSummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, we dive into the topic of feeling safe in the present moment. One of our listeners had a significant realization after listening to a previous episode - they discovered that their anxiety does not define them and is not a reflection of who they are in the present. Rather, it is tied to thoughts about the past and future. This newfound awareness has allowed them to feel safe and let go of fear. We are overjoyed to see their progress and appreciate their kind words.We emphasize the power of mindfulness meditation in focusing on the present moment and detaching from anxiety. However, we acknowledge that incorporating a new activity into an already busy schedule can be challenging. To ensure consistency, we suggest coupling mindfulness meditation with existing habits, such as practicing it when getting out of bed in the morning or when laying down at night. Additionally, we explore the effectiveness of breathing exercises, particularly the technique of lengthening and slowing down the exhale, which can calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety. Progressive muscle relaxation is also recommended as it helps release tension and increases body awareness in the present moment.As part of managing anxiety, we mention Dr. Herbert Benson's book, "The Relaxation Response," which provides valuable insights and techniques. We stress the importance of self-discovery and utilizing various methods and resources to find what works best for each individual. Journaling is encouraged for identifying patterns of anxious thinking and processing emotions in a safe space, whether it be through traditional journaling or digital methods. Additionally, we suggest physically destroying or discarding written entries as a therapeutic way to release anxious thoughts and emotions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener email that shares a realization relating to her safety and wellness in the present moment in the face of anxiety. The listener has clearly come to an understanding of some of the core principles shared here on the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, particularly relating to the separation that exists between our existence in the present moments and the thoughts and feelings we may be having in the present moment. Listen in to gain insight on how to handle anxious thoughts and feelings in the present moment and maintain a deeper sense of safety and security despite such thoughts. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/ Here's what's included for $5/month: ❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday ❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes ❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind ❤ And more fun surprises along the way! All this in your favorite podcast app! To learn more go to: https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program  Learn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Quote: The relaxation response is a physical state of deep rest that changes the physical and emotional responses to stress... and the opposite of the fight or flight response. -Herbert Benson Chapters 0:00:24 Listener Epiphany: Feeling Safe in the Present Moment 0:01:32 Sharing a Powerful Email from a Listener 0:03:05 Importance of Mindfulness and Present Moment Awareness 0:13:13 The Power of Progressive Muscle Relaxation 0:14:17 The Importance of Journaling and Self-Reflection 0:17:22 Physical Movement and Letting Go of Unnecessary Stressors Summary In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, we dive into the topic of feeling safe in the present moment. One of our listeners had a significant realization after listening to a previous episode - they discovered that their anxiety does not define them and is not a reflection of who they are in the present. Rather, it is tied to thoughts about the past and future. This newfound awareness has allowed them to feel safe and let go of fear. We are overjoyed to see their progress and appreciate their kind words. We emphasize the power of mindfulness meditation in focusing on the present moment and detaching from anxiety. However, we acknowledge that incorporating a new activity into an already busy schedule can be challenging. To ensure consistency, we suggest coupling mindfulness meditation with existing habits, such as practicing it when getting out of bed in the morning or when laying down at night. Additionally, we explore the effectiveness of breathing exercises, particularly the technique of lengthening and slowing down the exhale, which can calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety. Progressive muscle relaxation is also recommended as it helps release tension and increases body awareness in the present moment. As part of managing anxiety, we mention Dr. Herbert Benson's book, "The Relaxation Response," which provides valuable insights and techniques. We stress the importance of self-discovery and utilizing various methods and resources to find what works best for each individual. Journaling is encouraged for identifying patterns of anxious thinking and processing emotions in a safe space, whether it be through traditional journaling or digital methods. Additionally, we suggest physically destroying or discarding written entries as a therapeutic way to release anxious thoughts and emotions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Living Well with MS, where we are pleased to welcome Shannon Harvey as our guest! Shannon is an Australian journalist and filmmaker specialising in wellness, mental health, and optimising wellbeing for those with chronic conditions. Watch this episode on YouTube here. Keep reading for the key episode takeaways and Shannon's bio. Questions and Timestamps: 03:17 Can you tell us about your film ‘The Connection: Mind Your Body'? 05:22 In your film ‘The Connection' you interview some of the top scholars on mindfulness and the mind-body connection including Jon Kabat-Zinn and Dr. Herbert Benson. Can you tell us a bit about their work and what you learned from them? 08:05 You mentioned that for your project ‘My Year of Living Mindfully' (both a film and book) you tried out the science on yourself. How did that go? 10:01 Is there a big difference between doing mindfulness rigorously every day and doing it three or four times a week? 11:21 You've also written a book, ‘The Whole Health Life', and have interviewed dozens of scientists and patients about living a healthy life with an autoimmune disease. So, what are the takeaways from writing that? 12:55 You count Professor George Jelinek as a personal hero of yours. Could you tell us about what it was like to meet George? 15:44 Could you tell us about your latest project called ‘What if mental illness was preventable'? 18:38 How can listeners find out more about your work and watch your films? Key Takeaways: Making lifelong changes is hard but worth it. 12:19 “‘The Whole Health Life' is broken up into very practical things that the Overcoming MS community is already [doing]. Things like making sure I regularly exercise, get enough sleep, have meaningful connections with the people that I love, and [how to] nurture those relationships. Then, [it] talks about the fact that making these lifelong changes is really, really hard. The book is also about how we can apply the science of behaviour change to actually make [these] changes [so] that we can actually stick to [them].” Professor George Jelinek shows that people can live well with chronic conditions. 13:04 “I met George (Jelinek) when I was first shooting ‘The Connection'. It was very much the beginning of my understanding of the many things that we can do for ourselves in order to live well with a chronic illness. He blew me away the first time I met him, because he was really well, despite everything. Despite his family history, despite his prognosis, he was just so well, and meeting him was quite inspirational because I thought to myself, ‘well, if, if he can do it, then he's like a living case study for me to show that I can do it, too.'” Shannon's next project asks, “What if mental illness was preventable?”   16:53 “While I was making ‘My Year of Living Mindfully', I learned that so much of mental illness actually begins before the age of 20 or 22, I think it is. If you develop a mental illness at a young age, you are significantly more likely to develop it again later in life. If you've developed it a second time, it greatly increases your chances of developing it a third time. So, I'm really personally interested in this idea of prevention.” Want to learn more about living a full and happy life with multiple sclerosis? Sign up to our newsletter to hear our latest tips. More info and links: Find out more about Shannon's work Find out more about ‘The Connection' Find out more about ‘My Year of Living Mindfully' Jon Kabat-Zinn and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Find out more about Dr. Herbert Benson Read about George Jelinek's personal story Listen to S5E13 Meditation tips with Professor Craig Hassed Visit the Overcoming MS Mental Health Hub New to Overcoming MS? Visit our introductory page  Connect with others following Overcoming MS on the Live Well Hub Visit the Overcoming MS website Follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest Don't miss out:  Subscribe to this podcast and never miss an episode. Listen to our archive of Living Well with MS episodes here. If you like Living Well with MS, please leave a 5-star review. Feel free to share your comments and suggestions for future guests and episode topics by emailing podcast@overcomingms.org. Make sure you sign up to our newsletter to hear our latest tips and news about living a full and happy life with MS. Support us:  If you enjoy this podcast and want to support the ongoing work of Overcoming MS, we would really appreciate it if you could leave a donation here. Every donation, however small, helps us to share the podcast with more people on how to live well with MS. Shannon's bio: Shannon Harvey is the multi-award-winning director of two internationally acclaimed documentaries, The Connection: Mind Your Body and My Year of Living Mindfully. She's currently working on a new film project while balancing her life as the mother of two adventurous boys. Shannon's career background Shannon was the recipient of the National Press Club of Australia's “Health Journalist of The Year” award for her first book, The Whole Health Life, which is about finding good health after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. Shannon has worked as a news and current affairs journalist for leading news organisations such as ABC, Nine Network and Fairfax and her latest book, My Year of Living Mindfully is published by Hachette.

#126: Light Watkins joins Chris to delve into the world of meditation, unraveling common misconceptions, while exploring various methods to integrate meditation into your daily routine and stay consistent without trying too hard. They share insightful hacks to stay present, prioritize actions and find your purpose. They also dive into topics such as happiness, accountability and minimalism, in addition to revealing must-visit spots in Mexico City. Light Watkins (@lightwatkins) is a meditation coach and thought leader who has spoken and consulted at Fortune 500 companies around the world on the topics of wellness, purpose, and enlightened leadership. He has written many books about meditation and developed the concept of ‘Spiritual Minimalism', which he discusses in his newly released book 'Travel Light: Spiritual Minimalism to Live a More Fulfilled Life'. Light is also the host of The Light Watkins Show. Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/effortless-meditation Partner Deals Eight Sleep: $150 off the Eight Sleep Pod to cool, heat, track, & sleep better Masterworks: VIP access to skip the waitlist DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Resources Mentioned Light Watkins: Website | Instagram | Podcast Light's Books: Travel Light: Spiritual Minimalism to Live a More Fulfilled Life Knowing Where to Look: 108 Daily Doses of Inspiration Bliss More: How to Succeed in Meditation Without Really Trying The Inner Gym - The My Intent Edition: A 30-Day Workout For Strengthening Happiness Dr. Herbert Benson's book: The Relaxation Response Mexico City Recommendations: Airbnb in La Condesa Parks, Cafes & Restaurants near Parque México Churros from Churrería El Moro Cafe: Canopia Full Show Notes (01:30) What People Are Getting Wrong about Starting Meditation (04:15) The Scientific Impact of the Minimalistic Approach (06:33) The Relaxation Response Explained (09:31) How to Meditate Consistently without Trying Too Hard (15:55) The Process to Get Started on Meditation (18:46) How to Navigate Your Thoughts during Meditation (21:11) Using Your Heart Voice As Your Internal GPS (21:50) Tips for Paying Attention or Prioritizing (24:41) Hacks for Being More Present (29:02) Happiness: Looking for Happiness vs. Feeling It (33:49) Transitioning to Doing Something You Love (42:42) How to Prioritize Actions to Make Your Life Better (46:09) The Minimum Commitment to Make Meditation a Habit (47:37) Different Ways to Stay Accountable (49:21) Benefits of Being a Minimalist (56:15) The Minimalist Approach to Working Out (01:00:13) Light's Mexico City Recommendations Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Facebook | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor's Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.

Do you ever feel so stressed that you just want to stop? We've all been there. Burnout is a real thing that happens to anyone and everyone, especially when we're burdened by so many responsibilities. People's advice is usually to start mindfulness and meditation — but be honest, did this really work out for you? Chances are, you think meditation is all about carving a big chunk of your time for it.In today's episode, Light Watkins is here to finally set things straight about mindfulness. Spiritual minimalism is all about ‘traveling light' without internal baggage and becoming more attuned to your intuition. This means becoming aware of your day-to-day life, not an hour-long meditation session.If you're struggling with internal baggage and want to finally be free from them, this episode is for you!Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Discover how to travel light and what spiritual minimalism means. Understand the importance of listening to your intuition and how to use the split test to assess whether it's your intuition's voice or just noise. Learn how to practice spiritual minimalism in other areas of your life like walking, laundry, and even packing for travels! Episode Highlights:[01:29] What is Spiritual Minimalism?[05:24] How Meditation Helps You[10:23] The Voices We Hear[14:52] The Split Test of Your Heart Voice[22:44] Following and Listening to Our Intuition[28:25] What is Exercise Minimalism?[37:21] What Alcohol and Coffee Does[45:46] The Practice of Handwashing Clothes and PackingResources:The Relaxation Response by Herbert Benson and Miriam Klipper: https://www.amazon.com/Relaxation-Response-Herbert-Benson/dp/0380006766 Get Light's latest book, Travel Light: https://www.lightwatkins.com/travel! He also recommends Bliss More: https://www.lightwatkins.com/challenge Check out Light's other books here: Light is also a previous guest on Radically Loved Radio: Episode 372 - How to Find Your Daily Inspiration: https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes/2021/8/6/how-to-find-your-daily-inspiration-with-light-watkins Episode 159 - How to Bliss More: https://radicallyloved.libsyn.com/episode-159-how-to-bliss-more-with-light-watkins Connect with Light: Website: https://www.lightwatkins.com/ Podcast: https://www.lightwatkins.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightwatkins/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/LightWatkins This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5250338/advertisement

Do you ever feel so stressed that you just want to stop? We've all been there. Burnout is a real thing that happens to anyone and everyone, especially when we're burdened by so many responsibilities. People's advice is usually to start mindfulness and meditation — but be honest, did this really work out for you? Chances are, you think meditation is all about carving a big chunk of your time for it.In today's episode, Light Watkins is here to finally set things straight about mindfulness. Spiritual minimalism is all about ‘traveling light' without internal baggage and becoming more attuned to your intuition. This means becoming aware of your day-to-day life, not an hour-long meditation session.If you're struggling with internal baggage and want to finally be free from them, this episode is for you!Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Discover how to travel light and what spiritual minimalism means. Understand the importance of listening to your intuition and how to use the split test to assess whether it's your intuition's voice or just noise. Learn how to practice spiritual minimalism in other areas of your life like walking, laundry, and even packing for travels! Episode Highlights:[01:29] What is Spiritual Minimalism?[05:24] How Meditation Helps You[10:23] The Voices We Hear[14:52] The Split Test of Your Heart Voice[22:44] Following and Listening to Our Intuition[28:25] What is Exercise Minimalism?[37:21] What Alcohol and Coffee Does[45:46] The Practice of Handwashing Clothes and PackingResources:The Relaxation Response by Herbert Benson and Miriam Klipper: https://www.amazon.com/Relaxation-Response-Herbert-Benson/dp/0380006766 Get Light's latest book, Travel Light: https://www.lightwatkins.com/travel! He also recommends Bliss More: https://www.lightwatkins.com/challenge Check out Light's other books here: Light is also a previous guest on Radically Loved Radio: Episode 372 - How to Find Your Daily Inspiration: https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes/2021/8/6/how-to-find-your-daily-inspiration-with-light-watkins Episode 159 - How to Bliss More: https://radicallyloved.libsyn.com/episode-159-how-to-bliss-more-with-light-watkins Connect with Light: Website: https://www.lightwatkins.com/ Podcast: https://www.lightwatkins.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightwatkins/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/LightWatkins This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5250338/advertisement

When we encounter stress, our bodies instinctively enter the fight-or-flight mode. This evolutionary mechanism, enabling us to fight, fly or freeze in the face of danger, was an essential survival tool for our hunter-gatherer ancestors. But in today's fast-paced world, our lives occupied with busy schedules, personal challenges and global crises, we tend to experience persistent and prolonged tension in both our minds and bodies at the high cost of a range of health problems and mental illnesses. Unfortunately, we can't eliminate the demands and pressures of the modern world, but we can counteract their harm with intentional regulation and relaxation; we can go from stress-on to stress-off.In this episode of Mentally Stronger, I explore Dr. Herbert Benson's The Relaxation Response, a transition from a state of stress to one of relaxation said to help prevent and compensate for the damage incurred by frequent nervous reactions in our bodies. I provide three exercises that, when practised regularly and deliberately, help you find balance and train your body and mind to naturally default to a relaxed state.Key Links:Melli O'Brien: https://melliobrien.comJoin Headstrong, Melli's 8-week online training course: https://melliobrien.com/headstrong-program/

Belief in Allah is a powerful force that can lead to physical and mental health benefits. David B. Larson, of the American National Health Research Center, and his team compared devout and non-religious Americans and found that religious people suffer 60% less heart disease, 100% lower suicide rate, and far lower levels of high blood pressure than those with little or no religious belief. The International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine reported that those with no beliefs are twice as likely to suffer stomach-intestine diseases and their mortality rate from respiratory diseases is 66% higher than that of believers. Dr. Herbert Benson of the Harvard Medical Faculty concluded that worship and belief in Allah have a more positive effect on human health than that observed in anything else and that no belief provides as much mental peace as belief in Allah. This is because people who believe in Allah, trust and pray to Him, are behaving in accordance with the purpose of their creation and philosophies that go against it always lead to unhappiness. Scientific research has confirmed that religious belief is correlated with overall mental health and happiness. Note 69. Patrick Glynn, God: The Evidence, The Reconciliation of Faith and Reason in a Postsecular World, (California: Prima Publishing: 1997), 80-81. Note 70. Herbert Benson, and Mark Stark, Timeless Healing, (New York: Simon & Schuster: 1996), 203. Note 71. Ibid., 193. Note 72. Glynn, God: The Evidence, The Reconciliation of Faith and Reason in a Postsecular World, 60-61.

In this episode you discover why you worry, the positive benefits that may arise from a limited amount of worry, and the problem effects that can result from chronic worry.You also discover 3 proven ways to reduce or stop worry along with a fourth bonus tip about what time management truly is and how you can change your mindset about time management by recognizing that truth.---Podcast episodes to experience mindful awareness:"Mindfulness Meditation Versus Breath Meditation - Which is Best?": https://www.spreaker.com/episode/52495981"Experience 3 Powerful Benefits of Breath Meditation": https://www.spreaker.com/episode/52197446"How Humming Can Relieve Anxiety and Stress": https://www.spreaker.com/episode/52122188"Lose Your Mind and Come to Your Senses": https://www.spreaker.com/episode/49656886---Host:Stephen Carter. Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com. Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recorded with Amadeus Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: EV RE320 with WS.---Key wrods:stress, worry, worrying, fear, anxiety, stress relief, calm, happy, happiness, relaxation response, Herbert Benson,

In Season 4 I'll be PodWalking about supposedly "irrelevant subjects"...because I believe that siloing in it's many forms is a terrible waste of human creativity.And in this PodWalk I'll fill you in on an area of learning which has had the most profund effect on my ability to do almost anything. It's the bedrock upon which all other learning has happened...The first book that got me into meditation I mention was "The Relaxation Response" by Herbert Benson.It's not the best book on the subject (I've read many), but it is short, simple and practical.And whenever you're ready, here's how I can help you:1. Click here to make more music you love with the FREE Music Machine template...2. Here's the best offer to get my personal help in the Magic Music Machine program...PLUS, check out all the other Make Music Your Life podcasts:The Album... An in-depth peek behind the curtain of my creative process as I make my 5th album.Magic Music Machine Insights...Where I answer questions from my Magic Music Machine community.Paths to Better Music... Curated coaching conversations with musicians using the Music Machine.

Nikki is joined by Jennifer R. Bloome, a mind/body/soul fertility expert, for an amazing conversation on how our mind, body, and soul impacts fertility. Topics covered in this show include: -Understanding the connection between mind, body, soul, and fertility -It's not about doing, it's about receiving. -The impact history can have on fertility. -Stress and infertility: Is there a connection? -Men are just as important as women in conceiving a healthy child. Learn more about Jennifer: Jennifer Bloome, MSOT, HWC, is the founder and community leader of Anji, Inc. and the creator of the Being Fertile System. The seven core principles of this system allow your body to restore its innate fertility and opens you to receive your baby. Jennifer is also the creator of a number of tools to guide women to mind-body-soul connection including meridian tapping programs and a line of internationally recognized guided meditations, A Journey of the Heart, designed to help women experiencing a variety of types of conception (natural, medicated, IVF, etc.) through pregnancy and birth as well as individual healing work. She has trained at Herbert Benson's Mind/Body Institute in Boston and has spoken nationally on the effects of Mind/Body medicine on women's health. **Free Offer: The Science of Being Fertile Presentation and Being Fertile Meditation available on http://www.anjionline.com. Website: http://www.anjionline.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anji_fertility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnjiInc Apple Podcasts: apple.co/3V8Q6wT Spotify: spoti.fi/3SZYQDw Connect with Nikki: Website: https://www.tastelifenutrition.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TasteLifeNutrition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tastelifenutrition Sponsor: https://www.cellcore.com

Bryan Post is a speaker, author, and one of America's leading child behavior and adoption experts. He is the creator of the Stress Model, a dynamic theoretical model of human behavior. Through the Stress Model, Bryan has developed Family-Centered Regulatory Parenting and Regulatory Therapy, which have both been taught at the university level and are changing the lives of adults, parents, and families. Bryan is the founder of the Post Institute—an organization dedicated to helping parents heal wounds created by trauma—and serves as the Clinical Director for Parents in Training, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides wraparound services to adoptive families throughout Northern California. Bryan joins me today to discuss the Stress Model and why it's important to go to the source of an individual's trauma. He describes his early life and how stealing, like other forms of addiction, is an attempt to soothe an internal condition. He explains why mental health professionals must work through their own trauma and reveals a critical flaw in society's mental health systems. He also dissects the relationship between love and fear and underscores how we can empower ourselves to become aware of the source of our pain. “When we are stressed, we are not in love—we are in fear. We can't be in a relationship and be in fear.” - Bryan Post This week on the Trauma Hiders Club Podcast: The creation of internal chaos and how Bryan started stealing in the first grade Intergenerational trauma and the trauma iceberg Adoption trauma and why we need to look beyond the behavioral manifestations of trauma Flipping the script and how Bryan began his work on healing trauma The problem with society's mental health systems The importance of self-compassion, surrender, self-acceptance, and recognizing that we need to do deep healing work What creates secure attachment in relationships Bryan's Stress Model and the relationship between love and fear Empowering people to grow self-awareness over the root of their pain Resources Mentioned: Book: The Relaxation Response by Herbert Benson and Miriam Klipper Book: The Emotional Brain: The Mysterious Underpinnings of Emotional Life by Joseph Ledoux Connect with Bryan Post: Bryan Post Website Post Wraparound Post Institute Book: From Fear to Love: Parenting Difficult Adopted Children Using a Love-Based, Family-Centered Approach Book: The Great Behavior Breakdown Book: Beyond Consequences, Logic and Control: Volume 1 by Heather Forbes and Bryan Post Post Institute on Facebook Post Institute on Twitter Bryan Post on LinkedIn Bryan Post on Instagram Bryan Post on Facebook Bryan Post on YouTube Where High Achievers Get Through Shit - TOGETHER Thanks for tuning into this week's Trauma Hiders Club ‘The Podcast' episode with Karen Goldfinger Baker. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | Google Play | Stitcher | Spotify | Amazon Music Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media to help me reach more high achievers like you. Join me on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, and visit my website to discover the rules of Trauma Club and grab your free download: Discover 5 Ways Your Fuckery Is Getting In The Way of The Next Level of Your Success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I host a dialogue between Dr Ian Wickramasekera, Bön Buddhist practitioner and professor at Naropa University, and Julia Shannon, trainee clinical psychotherapist and researcher. In the first part of this interview, Dr Ian discusses his current thinking on what the traditions of Dzogchen and Western hypnosis can learn from each other, challenges Herbert Benson's relaxation response theory of meditation, and questions dualistic frameworks in science and experimental psychology. Then, Dr Ian and Julia dialogue about the prevalence of mental illness and regressive coping in Buddhist meditators, the personality types of religious mystics, and Julia's own experience using hypnosis to cure her phone addiction Dr Ian and Julia also consider the implications of teaching advanced Buddhist meditation methods in a clinical setting, including ethical issues and concerns about violating sacred vows, and they discuss their experiences of personal identity and professional life as biracial adults in America. … Video version: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep178-buddhist-meditation-hypnosis-dzogchen-dr-ian-wickramasekera-julia-shannon 
Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast'. … 01:26 - Dzogchen and hypnosis 05:37 - Going beyond dualism in science 06:19 - Crisis in clinical psychology 09:37 - Suffering & serotonin 20:01 - Dzogchen philosophy in clinical hypnosis 22:14 - Invalidating Herbert Benson's relaxation response theory of meditation 29:08 - What really brings cessation of suffering 30:14 - Aestheticism is needed in science 32:05 - Specific Dzogchen practices and hypnotic hallucinations 36:31 - A daily practice of hypnosis 40:01 - What science can offer Dzogchen 46:45 - Julia's background 49:05 - Overcoming phone addiction via hypnosis 52:08 - Hypnotic trance vs meditative states 53:46 - Stigmata of hypnosis and meditation 57:56 - High hypnotisable people and the prevalence to mystical experience 01:01:10 - Ronald J. Pekal's Phenomenology of Consciousness Inventory (PCI) 01:03:15 - Myth of meditation brain states such as alpha 01:07:23 - Bringing Buddhist practice into clinical practice 01:08:53 - Mental illness in religious practitioners 01:10:44 - Repressive coping in tummo meditators 01:23:02 - Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and finding one's innate experience 01:25:06 - Presenting completion stage practices in a secular context 01:29:20 - Trekchod and togyal vs post-hypnotic suggestion 01:31:23 - Which Buddhist practices Dr Ian gives to his patients 01:33:32 - Experimental vs clinical psychology 01:34:41 - Does teaching Buddhist practice to non-Buddhists break Samaya? 01:38:03 - Hypnotising Dzogchen practitioners 01:39:49 - Counselling dissatisfied Buddhists 01:41:33 - Nervousness about teaching Dzogchen and Vajrayana 01:43:02 - The importance of devotion 01:45:08 - Training clinicians and counsellors 01:50:38 - Dr Ian asks Julia about her experience being hypnotised 01:54:14 - Catharsis, clinging, and the battle of addiction 01:56:19 - Executive ego and skepticism 01:57:19 - Pointing out instructions and polypsychic therapy 02:01:32 - Rapid behaviour change and eschatological pressure 02:03:15 - Race, empathy, and therapeutic efficacy 02:10:33 - Integrating dualistic racial identities 02:12:08 - Identity dimensions of the therapist 02:16:22 - Chogyam Trungpa and reconciling racial identity 02:24:23 - Role-taking theory and hallucinated intensity 02:29:26 - Myths of hypnosis and the role of expectancy … Previous episodes with Dr Ian Wickramasekera: - https://www.guruviking.com/search?q=wickramasekera To find our more about Dr Ian Wickramasekera, visit: - https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ian_Wickramasekera2 - https://www.naropa.edu/faculty/ian-wickramasekera.php For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - www.guruviking.com Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James

This focusing technique will have you feeling more calm in an instant - I guarantee it. While this is not a "mindfulness" meditation, it is a relaxation practice created by Herbert Benson that does the exact opposite of the stress response... AKA try it yourself! Choosing an easeful word or phrase on your exhalation puts quiets the mind and I can't wait to hear what you think! Sending love and light and thanks for practicing. Keep up the great work!

Jeffrey Rediger, MD. Cured: Strengthen Your Immune System and Heal Your Life. Flatiron, 2020. You might also find my "Mysteries of Healing: Dialogues with Doctors and Scientists" useful and interesting. Healing: *Top influence is to change identity—see self in a new way, figure-ground shift, change your default mode network (DMN). It's loosely connected regions of the brain that light up together to form the neurobiological basis of self—who you are. How to change it? Change your routine, travel, meditate, yoga, education, new experience. P. 293 (Rediger doesn't mention it but different alters have very different medical issues in people with Dissasociative Identity Disorder.) *Use your mind to reduce stress: Strengthen the immune system by reacting positively to stress, e.g., ask what's the lesson or challenge? Chronic stress can alter the genes of the immune cells, flood the body with cortisol and other stress hormones. This can lead to chronic inflammation (the immune system in overdrive) which harms the immune system and can lead to disease. P. 126, 128. Depression also weakens the immune system. Up to 80% of visits to primary care doctors are related to stress. (You can test C-reactive protein as a marker for inflammation.) Calm the vegus nerve as with Herbert Benson's relaxation technique (drawing from Transcendental Mediation, relax you muscles, breathe slowly, while focusing n a mantra for ten to 20 minutes daily) and social connection. Avoid the epidemic of loneliness and enjoy small moments of loving connection that activate oxytocin anti-stress tonic. P. 193. The higher you heart rate variability (HRV—see HeartMath) the more engaged the vagus nerve and the more active the parasympathetic system (which calms and heals). P. 196 The vagus nerve connects the three brains—head, heart, and gut. The goal is to lengthen telomeres on chromosomes, which are linked to longevity. The faster they wear down, the faster we age. P. 160 Placebo works even when we know it's a sugar pill because we feel cared for. P. 251 Quantum physics' double-slit experiment shows that just observing changes a particle to a wave. (Love and prayer are powerful according to healer Dr. Nemeh in Ohio.) Our bodies ae energy, “frozen light,” as physicist David Bohm said. *For those with ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences--childhood traumas, abuse, neglect), clear them because they can rewrite your DNA to be more susceptible to disease, which can be passed on to your children. P. 274. (The ACE test is on https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2015/03/02/387007941/take-the-ace-quiz-and-learn-what-it-does-and-doesnt-mean) 90% of chronic illness is environmental not genetic (psychoneuroimmunology and epigenetics). P. 38. * Eat nutrient-rich natural foods and avoid processed foods and sugar as its sharp-edged crystals tear the walls of arteries and capillaries where plaque is more likely to build up in the repair sites, narrowing the blood vessels. Sugar also increases inflammation, but it's addictive because it stimulates dopamine. Avoid a lot of meat and emulsifiers (as in ice cream and mayonnaise)—the later disrupt the microbiome and triggers chronic inflammation. The health of the microbiome is related to cancer and other diseases. A single round of antibiotics can impact the gut bacteria for up to a year. P. 56 For every human cell in our bodies we have 100 bacterial cells. Professor Michael Pollan recommends eating mostly plants. *People with spontaneous remission were highly involved in yoga, Rolfing, diet, journaling, mental imaging, meditation, relaxation, intentional gratitude, or what ever worked for them. P. 338 Rediger's Recommended books IONS Spontaneous Remission: An Annotated Bibliography. 1993. 3,500 references in 800 journals. Kelly Turner. Radical Remission (2014), Lissa Rankin. Mind Over Medicine, 2020. Louise Hays. Heal Your Body. Kenneth Pelletier. Mind as Healer, Mind as Slayer. Bernie Siegel. Love, Medicine, and Miracles.

Few institutions can be as stressful as today's public schools—both for teachers and students. So what happens when a suburban Boston high school introduces relaxation training into academic life? A look at how some public schools have integrated stress management techniques to help teachers and students, with Herbert Benson.

Few institutions can be as stressful as today's public schools—both for teachers and students. So what happens when a suburban Boston high school introduces relaxation training into academic life? A look at how some public schools have integrated stress management techniques to help teachers and students, with Herbert Benson.

In episode 21, Suze and Jenni discuss in more detail the part our body plays in helping our minds understand emotions and feelings we have. They discuss resources and just a few of the many therapies available that help us understand what our body is saying, and what to do with that information. They commit to practicing the Maxer Method, observing our biofeedback so we can understand what emotion we are having, and they have created a worksheet to assist with the task that can be found on their website: www.insightmaximizers.com. Look for the newly created Handouts tab.  And promised links: Tammy Munson: www.wildfirecreativecompany.com  Dr. Herbert Benson: https://bensonhenryinstitute.org Bio Dots: https://www.amazon.com/Biodots-SS76-100-Count/dp/B002H4WNWK Denise Parker: https://resonatewellnesschiro.com/services/ Suze Gadol Anderson lives in Eugene, Oregon. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Texas and in Oregon. Jenni Hubby is a Certified Professional Coach living in Burnet, Texas, who can work with anyone in the United States.  Find previous episodes and more about Suze and Jenni at http://www.insightmaximizers.com. Contact Jenni and Suze at Maxers@InsightMaximizers.com Join Insight Maximizers' Community: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsightMaximizers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insightmaximizers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insightmaximizers

In this episode, Anne Muhlethaler interviews Dr Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D. Dr Kaplan is a licensed clinical psychologist, author and teacher, an expert in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), an ACT therapist (for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and also works with the application of mindfulness and meditation in psychotherapy.Dr Kaplan runs the SoHo CBT + Mindfulness Center, he also teaches courses to undergraduates at The New School in "Mindfulness and Meditation in Psychology" and "Culture, Ethnicity, and Mental Health." Prior to that, he taught graduate courses in "Evidence-Based Practice" and "Mindfulness and Meditation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy." He is a visiting faculty member at the Nalanda Institute (which is how Anne came across him), and has held numerous other teaching positions in the past. Dr Kaplan has also written several books, with subjects including the application of mindfulness to city experiences and viewing love and relationships from a modern behavioural perspective. In fall 2020, he also contributed to a playful gift box that incorporated mindfulness with the care of houseplants (i.e., Plantfulness).Over the course of this interview, Anne invites Dr Kaplan to talk about his path, which led him from California to Japan and back, and how he left an early career in law to get into psychology, first working on a suicide hotline. He tells Anne about how he began to meditate while serving as a psychology intern, having to lead patients with psychiatric disability in meditation, and the effects he observed on them. The two of them also talk about Urban Mindfulness, the title of the online column and subsequent book Dr Kaplan wrote, and how those of us living in noisy big cities can find calm and navigate through it all. They discuss some of the practices outlined in the book, including how to deal with sensory overload and what Dr Kaplan calls the mindfulness of diversity, to help us explore our biases and blind spots. To conclude, the two of them discuss the powerful possibilities and psychological flexibility offered by ACT, how it can help us work with limiting stories, away from cognitive diffusion or experiential avoidance, and how this method (which leans on mindfulness) encourages us to act in the world according to our values. A deeply engaging and fascinating interview, full of insights. Happy listening! ***You can find Dr Jonathan Kaplan at Soho CBT - https://www.sohocbt.com/team/dr-kaplanor on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanskaplan/https://nalandainstitute.org/His book, Urban Mindfulness https://www.amazon.com/Urban-Mindfulness-Cultivating-Presence-Purpose/dp/1572247495and his other book ACT and RFT in Relationships https://www.amazon.com/ACT-RFT-Relationships-Commitments-Acceptance/dp/1608823342/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1655999778&refinements=p_27%3AJonathan+S+Kaplan+PhD&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Jonathan+S+Kaplan+PhDThe blog post Anne wrote after her a-ha moment, thanks to Dr Kaplan and his lecture on ACT is here https://avm.consulting/looking-forward/why-i-want-a-flexible-brainACT (to sound as the word 'act) or Acceptance & commitment therapy -  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acceptance_and_commitment_therapySteven C Hayes, founder of ACT - https://stevenchayes.com/about/Dr Herbert Benson and the relaxation response - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Relaxation_ResponseTranscendental meditation or TM - https://www.tm.org/Wu wei - or the concept of non-doing in Taoism - https://www.theschooloflife.com/article/wu-wei-doing-nothing/Walden, the book by Henry David Thoreau - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walden***If you enjoyed this episode, click subscribe for more, and consider writing a review of the show on Apple Podcasts, it helps people find us and also helps to secure future guests. Thank you  so much for listening! For all notes and transcripts, please visit Out Of The Clouds on Simplecast - https://out-of-the-clouds.simplecast.com/  Sign up for Anne's email newsletter for more from Out of the Clouds at https://annevmuhlethaler.com. Follow Anne: Twitter: @annvi  IG: @_outoftheclouds 

Last time, we discussed how letting go of our sense of self can significantly impact our lives by reducing mental suffering, improving productivity, and helping us experience the benefits of awe. This week, we'll explore another question together:Can our mindsets make us healthier?Our beliefs can indeed exert surprising physiological effects. A recent randomized clinical trial discovered that educating children about the side effects of allergy immunotherapy greatly improved patient compliance and parental anxiety during treatment for peanut allergies.Oral immunotherapy is an emerging treatment for allergies in which patients are given gradually larger doses of an allergen in order to promote immune tolerance. The appearance of mild reactions to treatment like a scratchy throat or congestion can sometimes concern children and parents alike since these symptoms closely resemble those of a more severe allergic reaction like anaphylaxis. The anxiety can be so great that families may skip doses or stop treatment completely. In the study, telling children that side effects may be beneficial and even help overcome allergy in the long term allowed kids to successfully complete treatment and experience fewer side effects when exposed to actual peanuts.Why might a positive mindset change our response to something like allergens? Let's dive a little deeper to find out.Mindsets 101Our mindsets affect our perceptions of reality and are influenced by our upbringing, cultural values, and environments. Marketing, advertising, and health influencers shape our attitudes towards foods, exercise plans, and lifestyle practices.Many of our mindsets are simply the result of mimetic desire, meaning we imitate what others want. We desire what is socially desirable. Mimetic desire describes how social influences like parents, peers, teachers, media, and society impact nearly all our decisions from our career aspirations to the partners we choose.Dr. Alia Crum, Professor of Psychology at Stanford, studies how mindsets affect health and physical performance. She defines mindsets as core beliefs or assumptions about a domain. Whether we think stress is enhancing or debilitating influences the outcomes that follow. Whether we believe the nature of intelligence is fixed or malleable affects motivation and the ability to persist during academic challenges.Mindset vs. PlaceboWhile the origins of the placebo effect may have been based on insufficient evidence, science suggests that the way we feel about something does in fact impact the way it affects us. We often forget that the total effect of a medical treatment is a combination of the chemical properties of that drug plus the placebo effect, which consists of social context, beliefs or mindsets, and our body's natural physiological ability to heal.Mindset and Food MetabolismDo our beliefs change our bodies' physiological response to food?Dr. Crum conducted a well-known study, sometimes called the “milkshake study,” in which she administered identical vanilla milkshakes to the same group of people separated by a week. Participants were initially told they were drinking a calorie-rich, indulgent milkshake full of fat and sugar. The second time, volunteers were told they were drinking a healthy, sensible, nutritious meal shake.Levels of a gut hormone called ghrelin were measured before and after drinking each set of milkshakes. Sometimes called the “hunger hormone,” ghrelin signals to the hypothalamus in the brain that it's time to seek out food. After a large meal, ghrelin levels drop, telling your body that you've eaten enough.Scientists originally thought that ghrelin levels fluctuated in response to nutrient intake alone. Eat a cheeseburger, and ghrelin levels drop substantially. Eat a salad? Not so much. But Crum discovered something else entirely in her milkshake study.She found that telling people that they were drinking something indulgent caused their ghrelin levels to drop threefold more than when they thought they were drinking a low-calorie shake. In other words, simply believing that they were consuming something filling caused their bodies to respond as if they actually were.This evidence suggests that we may be able to manipulate metabolism with our mindsets. Crum argues that these findings require us to rethink our traditional metabolic model of “calories in, calories out,” which doesn't account for the influence of mindset on physiology. According to Crum,“Our beliefs matter in virtually every domain, in everything we do. How much is a mystery, but I don't think we've given enough credit to the role of our beliefs in determining our physiology, our reality.”Should we cultivate mindsets of abundance?Counterintuitively, the belief that we're eating indulgent foods rather than healthy ones seems to result in improved satiety and better health outcomes. The reason we observe this correlation may be due to the power of abundance and scarcity mindsets. Stephen Covey was the first to coin these terms in his seminal book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.The scarcity mindset is grounded in destructive competition and subscribes to the idea that opportunity is a finite pie such that if one person takes a large piece, there is less available for everyone else. Individuals with an abundance mindset, on the other hand, reject the notion of zero-sum games and believe there is more than enough to go around.An abundance mindset allows us to celebrate the successes of others and share profits, power, and recognition. According to Covey, embracing an abundance mindset allows for freedom and mental clarity, which enables us to more effectively pursue our goals. Similar mechanisms may be at play when we consume food from a mindset of indulgence.The calmness that accompanies the belief that we have more than enough to eat may lead to lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol, thereby preventing excessive ghrelin stimulation and the urge to overeat. In other words, operating from a mental place of abundance or indulgence may reduce chronic stress and therefore improve our metabolic health.If an indulgence mindset can promote health, can actually consuming indulgent foods also lead to health benefits? Unfortunately, the science suggests otherwise. A 2020 review article published in the journal Nutrition Research described how satiety cues that promote a sense of fulness and satisfaction typically inhibit cravings for more food.But Western diets rich in energy, sugar, and saturated fats seem to impair these inbuilt mechanisms of appetite reduction by hijacking our brain's reward pathways and inappropriately releasing dopamine to reinforce behaviors. So how can we restore normal appetite regulation and cultivate a healthier relationship with food? Intuitive eating may provide a possible answer.Can we make eating more intuitive?Stress reduction may be one of the mechanisms by which intuitive eating improves well-being. Intuitive eating relies on a skill called interoception, which describes our ability to sense internal signals from our bodies. Interoception originates in the insular cortex of the brain and can help us register the sensation of hunger or predict our approximate heart rate.Intuitive eating relies on satiety and appetite signals to guide eating habits instead of using emotional, social, or chronological cues. Interoceptive sensitivity has been associated with healthier BMIs, higher levels of self-esteem, and reduced incidence of disordered eating patterns compared to other dieting methods.Many of us may have a reduced capacity for interoception due to chronic pain or trauma, a tendency to suppress emotions, or eating to always clean our plates instead of eating until we're full. Retraining our bodies to perceive and respond to physiological signals can help reduce cravings and improve self-regulation.Dr. Kent Berridge, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at the University of Michigan, recommends that we “allow the craving to happen; just notice it, feel it, and let it fade.” This approach is part of mindfulness-based eating awareness training (MB-EAT), which has been shown to help alleviate stress-induced cravings, improve self-control, and reduce symptoms of depression.Mindfulness-based eating awareness involves regulating emotions, consciously making food choices, developing an awareness of hunger and satiety cues, and cultivating a sense of self-acceptance. The goal is to redirect our attention to the here and now and prevent cycles of rumination. Regularly practicing mindfulness has been shown to stimulate changes in brain activity, including reduced activation of the amygdala, a brain region involved in fear and anxiety.Mindfulness can even stimulate the “relaxation response,” a term coined by Dr. Herbert Benson, founder of Harvard's Mind/Body Medical Institute. The relaxation response is the opposite of the body's adrenaline-charged “fight or flight” response and encourages our bodies to release chemicals that increase blood flow to the brain. Many different practices can elicit the relaxation response, including guided imagery, muscle relaxation, massage, prayer, meditation, tai chi, qi gong, and yoga.Mindset and Exercise MetabolismWe've already seen how mindset can impact physiological responses to food. But can mindset also affect how our bodies respond to exercise? Harvard Psychologist Ellen Langer conducted an experiment to find out. She decided to study female hotel workers who engaged in a lot of physical activity as part of their daily jobs: pushing carts, changing linens, scrubbing bathrooms, vacuuming, and climbing stairs.When surveyed about their exercise habits, one third of the women reported not getting any exercise at all. The majority of housekeepers estimated low levels of personal exercise—an average of a three on a scale of zero to ten. Even though these women were very active, they didn't perceive themselves as engaging in lots of exercise. They thought their work was just work.Researchers divided these women into two groups and told the experimental group that their work was good exercise and met the guidelines for an active lifestyle. Subjects in the control group weren't given any information. Throughout the study, Langer tracked metrics like weight, body fat, and blood pressure.Four weeks later, the group that had received positive counseling about the benefits of work-associated exercise lost two pounds on average and decreased their systolic blood pressure by about ten points. The control group didn't experience weight loss benefits and only droppped systolic blood pressure by an average of two points.Women who were informed about the benefits of exercise also exhibited improvements in body fat, waist-to-hip ratio, and BMI, none of which were observed in the control group. No other detectable behavioral changes such as increased physical activity or dietary changes seemed to be at play.These findings mean that objective health benefits like cardiovascular disease risk and weight maintenance depend not only on what we're doing but also on what we think about what we're doing.To recap, mindsets have a profound impact on our metabolism by affecting our physiological responses to diet, exercise, and medication. What you believe about the nutritional content of your food considerably affects the way it impacts your brain and body. Adopting a mindset of indulgence, satisfaction, and enjoyment can help us feel more satiated after meals by manipulating levels of hormones like cortisol and ghrelin.Eating nutritious foods with an indulgent mindset may provide the best of both worlds. Retraining ourselves to eat when hungry instead of eating due to stress or boredom can help reduce cravings and prevent overeating. Intuitive eating and mindfulness practice can help you inhibit your body's stress response, identify your underlying feelings, and choose alternatives to comfort food, like a soothing cup of tea.Thinking more positively about our daily activity levels can help us more effectively leverage the benefits of work-related exercise. Mindsets may even affect the severity of immune reactions by modulating our stress response, inhibiting cortisol release, stabilizing mast cells, and preventing the formation of downstream inflammatory compounds like histamine.Listen to “Evolving with Nita Jain” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Google Podcasts, Soundcloud, Deezer, TuneIn, RadioPublic, Stitcher, Castbox, Pocket Casts, Player FM, Podcast Index, Castro, Overcast, Listen Notes, Podchaser, Goodpods, or iHeart Radio!Music for this episode, “New Beginnings” by Joshua Kaye, was provided courtesy of Syfonix. 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Julie Kulikowski OAM has received an Order of Australia for her work in haematology, palliative care and bereavement counselling. She has sat beside people facing the terror of oblivion. She has been the light on the wharf, while their family was being tossed around in the stormy seas that follow a sudden terminal diagnosis and death. It’s a time a time when only everything changes; and it was one of these families who nominated Julie for her award. This episode comes with a Content Warning! For an alternative to this, or afterwards, check out this guided breathing exercise or take a music break . LINKS For Grief and Bereavement - 1. The Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement, grief .org 2. The Bereavement Care Centre, and the National Centre for Childhood Grief. References for Julie’s work in psycho-neuro-immunology: 1. Herbert Benson and Eileen Stuart, "The Wellness Book", Simon and Schuster, 1992 "Neuropeptides and their receptors - a Psychosomatic network ", in The Journal of Immunology, Vol 135, No 2, August 1985 2. Candice Pert, "Molecules of Emotion", Scribner, 1997 3. David Spiegel and Catherine Classen, "Group Therapy for Cancer Patients" Perseus, 2000 Another social worker talks about forensic counselling, grief and bereavement Healing the Grieving Heart Wendy Liu is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who is featured in an Episode of ABC RN’s Conversations. Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners The Australian Association of Social Workers respectfully acknowledges the past and present traditional owners and ongoing custodians of the lands on which this podcast is being recorded. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, their ancestors and their families, and to the Elders of other communities who may be listening.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Hoy recordamos la trayectoria del doctor Herbert Benson, cardiólogo que en las décadas de los 60 a los 80 del siglo XX, influyó de manera importante en el desarrollo de la investigación mente-cuerpo, publicando un libro muy popular titulado La respuesta de relajación. (En el audio 41 también hablamos de él). Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

..:: TALK ::.. Welcome to the Talk version of Flow State. In this version, all music is removed so you can re-listen to or share a specific topic I've discussed. Eventually I may even expand on the topics, with longer talk only episodes discussing deep work, neurology, peak performance and of course the science of flow. ..:: Flow State Patreon Page ::.. Want access to bonus music and live sessions? Or interested in branded merch (stickers, coffee mugs, or hoodies)? Or do you just want to thank Bobby Lyte and buy him his favorite peppermint tea to help him focus? You can do all of this and more at the Patreon page - check it out at: https://ourflowstate.com. ..:: Concussion Fix Program ::.. As mentioned, my concussion recovery was in large part due to the Concussion Fix program. If you or anyone you know is still suffering from a concussion, please check out the Concussion Fix program. It will not only accelerate your recovery, but also prevent you from potentially making your concussion worse. Concussion Fix Program: For a 10% discount of the program use this link. Concussion Fix Free Webinar: Check out the free webinar as well. This webinar alone can be incredibly helpful in your recovery. ..:: Notes & Links From the Episode ::.. In today's episode Bobby talks about the concept of play and how a healthy balance of play and taking things seriously can lead to better performance, but also just more fun. In this episode he shares knowledge from the great Alan Watts as well as Dr. Huberman from his podcast episode on play. ..:: Flow Triggers ::.. See the full list of flow triggers here: http://bit.ly/flow-triggers "...our research shows that 'backing off' is far more effective for solving problems and generating creativity than we might have ever imagined" - Herbert Benson, M.D., and William Proctor in the Breakout Principle - get the book here: https://amzn.to/3q2BqhZ Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/flow-state/message

Creativity… Where is it? What is it? Where does it go? I don't know about you, but… For a long time, I would simply stare out into nothingness and wonder, when will it come? I'd been in deep thought, struggling to get clarity. Looking for answers to my inner-most questions. I suspect it happens to a lot of people. According to “The Breakout Principle” Following the deep thinking, and struggle phase, simply letting go of thought and letting the world give back [the Release], is how many people, like you and I, combat the unknown. It is how to “Tap into Creativity”. I spoke about this not too long ago. It was episode 42 “tapping into creative thought”. I mentioned reading the book “The Breakout Principle” by Herbert Benson, M.D. and William Proctor. In their book, they described how to become inspired, on purpose. Being creative is an important component in becoming successful as a business owner. There is so much to do. As an entrepreneur, creativity is not just a nice thing to have. It MUST be present! And thankfully, creativity can be learned. “The Breakout Principle”, describes how to become creative. If you missed episode 42, go back and give it a listen. Click HERE! You'll be glad you did. It will help you climb mountains. Not literal mountains. No Figurative mountains. You know, the obstacles we all face, day in and day out, as we work our way through this thing we call life. As we build out the life we truly desire. This life you and I dream about can be your business, or it may just be the result of what our business provides. These dreams – these desires – these goals are critical in motivating us [you and I] to move forward. But how can we actually find the strength we need to accomplish these dreams - these goals – these desires we have? Listen in for ALL the good stuff!! ======================== If you think you know of some improvements that could be made, let me know. Click on the link below. https://mkt2online.com/podcast-questions/ You can also send an email to: podcast@mkt2online.com ======================== Get Your Questions Answered HERE! ======================== Link to Blog Post with more information. https://mkt2online.com/creativity-on-tap/ ======================== Contact me at: https://mkt2online.com/contact/ or podcast@mkt2online.com or leave a voice message here: https://anchor.fm/mkt2online/message/ ========================= --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mkt2online/message

This is a continuation of my tribute to Dr. Herbert Benson, a Harvard cardiologist and pioneer in the field of my body medicine. The relaxation response is the opposite of the stress response. It's a natural part of our physiology, however unlike the stress response, which is automatic, we need to consciously elicit the relaxation response. This recording is the way I learned it from Dr. Benson when I first went to the Benson Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine almost a decade ago. I will talk through the instructions then if you decide to stay, I will guide you in the beginning with instructions on how to end the practice. Then, you will be on your own and you will have the choice of ending your practice at the ten minute bell or the twenty minute bell. You can start to take control over your stress response right now. Start to practice twice a day, for even one minute, five minutes, eventually at least ten minutes two times a day. If you can do twenty minutes two times a day, even better. Subscribe and share this valuable information with anyone who needs to learn to manage their stress response.

Scot Huntsberry, retired FBI supervisory special agent, shares today some revelations students had at the FBI's National Academy when introduced to mindfulness. All of us can benefit from increased self-awareness, more emotional intelligence, and finding the pause between the stimulus and our old responses of anger, frustration, resentment and aggression. Then I'll share how I'm taking a step to be more mindful daily!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information Coach Carolyn on Clubhouse: @stepstowellness wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com   RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links) MINDFULNESS/MEDITATION Scot Huntsberry, Retired FBI Agent Tara Brach Resources Website  Free Guided Meditations from Tara Brach Radical Acceptance, Tara Brach, PhD Mindfulness Meditation (audiobook), Tara Brach, PhD Buddhist Monk (Honorable Ajahn Chah) Resource Provided by Scot FBI National Academy General Information Herbert Benson, MD The Relaxation Response, Herbert Benson, MD The Mind-Body Effect: How to Counteract the Harmful Effects of Stress, Herbert Benson, MD  Benson-Henry Institute, Mass General Hospital, Boston, MA FROM PAST EPISODES Stephanie's walking playlist – sorry, it's coming! Please check back on website or on the show notes in the future (I'll also share on Instagram) **NEW** JOIN THE EMAIL LIST TO GET THE NEW WELLNESS WHILE WALKING NEWSLETTER Be in the know! Sign up by sending an email to wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com   HOW TO SHARE WELLNESS WHILE WALKING Wellness While Walking on Apple  Wellness While Walking on Spotify Link for any podcast app: pod.link/walking Wellness While Walking website Or screenshot a favorite episode playing on your phone and share to social media or to a friend via text or email! Thanks for sharing! : )       DISCLAIMER Neither I nor many of my podcast guests are doctors or healthcare professionals of any kind, and nothing on this podcast or associated content should be considered medical advice. The information provided by Wellness While Walking Podcast and associated material, by Whole Life Workshop and by Bermuda Road Wellness LLC is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment, and before undertaking a new health care regimen, including walking.     Thanks for listening to Wellness While Walking, a walking podcast and a "best podcast for walking"!

In this episode, I'm joined by my fellow mind-body physicians, April Hirschberg MD, Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatrist and Cardiologist Robert Rollings MD. We remember and celebrate Dr. Herbert Benson, a Harvard cardiologist, best selling author of "The Relaxation Response", founder and Director Emeritus of the Benson-Henry Institute of Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and Mind Body Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Most of all, he was a leader in the field of mind body medicine and a mentor to so many of us. Excerpt from The Passing of Herbert Benson, MD: "A pioneer of mind body medicine, Dr. Benson defined the relaxation response, the physiological counterpart of the fight-or-flight response. Throughout a career spanning five decades, he researched the efficacy of the relaxation response in counteracting the harmful effects of stress. His research extended from the laboratory, to the clinic, to Asian field expeditions and served as a bridge between medicine and spirituality, East and West, mind body, belief and science. “Herb was a visionary, and a father of mind body medicine. He believed that humans have a great capacity for healing, and that self-care techniques, along with medication and medical procedures, can form ‘the three-legged stool' of an ideal healthcare model,” said Gregory L. Fricchione, MD, Director of the Benson-Henry Institute (BHI). “Early on, when some others scoffed at his work in this area, he persevered and history has proven him to be prescient; as we live through this pandemic for example, we find that self-care and stress management and resilience are tools and skills that we need to survive and thrive.” Dr. Benson was the author or co-author of more than 190 scientific publications and 12 books, including The Relaxation Response (1975), a New York Times bestseller that sold more than 6 million copies and was translated into multiple languages. The small, red paperback was read far and wide and influenced generations of trainees and researchers; many of whom became leaders in the field, Dr. Fricchione said." Read on here: https://bensonhenryinstitute.org/the-passing-of-herbert-benson-md/ Read his book The Relaxation Response: https://www.amazon.com/Relaxation-Response-Herbert-Benson/dp/0380006766

What do you think a new FBI agent who's just moved his family of 7 to a new state for a new job turns to manage his stress?  Does he take up running? Yep. Does he start training for a marathon? Yep. Does he listen to something while running that changes his life? Yep. Find out what Scot Huntsberry turned to in order to manage his stress, and then went on to train law enforcement professionals in at the FBI's National Academy.   LET'S TALK THE WALK! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information Coach Carolyn on Clubhouse: @stepstowellness wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com   RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links) MINDFULNESS/MEDITATION Scot Huntsberry, Retired FBI Agent Tara Brach Resources Website  Free Guided Meditations from Tara Brach Radical Acceptance, Tara Brach, PhD Mindfulness Meditation (audiobook), Tara Brach, PhD Buddhist Monk (Honorable Ajahn Chah) Resource Provided by Scot Herbert Benson, MD The Relaxation Response, Herbert Benson, MD The Mind-Body Effect: How to Counteract the Harmful Effects of Stress, Herbert Benson, MD  Benson-Henry Institute, Mass General Hospital, Boston, MA   FROM PAST EPISODES: Some awesome dressings and sauces: Creamy Avocado Dressing (the slaw is great, too, but I often make the dressing for other things) Pesto Vinaigrette (again, the bowls are awesome, but I'll make the salad dressing without the bowls as well) Ginger Scallion Sauce (you guessed it – the sauce is great on or off the chicken!) Lemon Tahini Dressing (skip the salad or not, but please do not use soy or vegetable oil – olive or avocado oil preferred) The writer of this blog (with a subject very unrelated to dressings) concocted a very good recipe, trying to knock off Paul Newman's dressing – I vary it slightly, but it's a staple in our house Stephanie's walking playlist – sorry, it's coming! Please check back on website or on the show notes in the future (I'll also share on Instagram) **NEW** JOIN THE EMAIL LIST TO GET THE NEW WELLNESS WHILE WALKING NEWSLETTER Be in the know! Sign up by sending an email to wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com   HOW TO SHARE WELLNESS WHILE WALKING Wellness While Walking on Apple  Wellness While Walking on Spotify Link for any podcast app: pod.link/walking Wellness While Walking website Or screenshot a favorite episode playing on your phone and share to social media or to a friend via text or email! Thanks for sharing! : )       DISCLAIMER   Neither I nor many of my podcast guests are doctors or healthcare professionals of any kind, and nothing on this podcast or associated content should be considered medical advice. The information provided by Wellness While Walking Podcast and associated material, by Whole Life Workshop and by Bermuda Road Wellness LLC is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment, and before undertaking a new health care regimen, including walking.     Thanks for listening to Wellness While Walking, a walking podcast and a "best podcast for walking"!

Dr. med Hans-Ulrich Sappok ist Facharzt für Allgemeinmedizin, Lehrbeauftragter der Heinrich-Heine Universität Düsseldorf, ZRN Trainer, Coaching Trainer und Unternehmer. Er erläutert den Begriff der Salutogenese und die daraus hervorgehende Sicht auf unser Gesundheitssystem. Wir befassen uns mit der Bedeutung räumlicher Kontexte auf die Beziehung zwischen Patient*innen und Behandelnden. Aus seiner langjährigen Erfahrung als Hausarzt berichtet Dr. Sappok wie die Salutogenese in ihm ein Umdenken der therapeutischen Praxis hin zum Fokus auf die Gesundheit bewirkt hat und worauf er bei der Umgestaltung seiner Praxis geachtet hat. Dabei erörtern wir auch Fragestellungen des Designs im Kontext der medizinischen Versorgung und ob es Sinn macht, den Wald als Behandlungszimmer zu nutzen.   ----------   Relevante Links und weiterführende Informationen hierzu sind: Grundlagenliteratur: Ulrich, Roger S. (1984): View through a Window May Influence Recovery from Surgery. In: Science 224 (4647), S. 420-421.   Mind Body Medizin: Dobos, Gustav; Paul, Anna; Altner, Nils; Anheyer, Dennis; Benedetti, Fabrizio; Bernus, Lena von et al. (Hg.) (2019): Mind-Body-Medizin. Integrative Konzepte zur Ressourcenstärkung und Lebensstilveränderung. Unter Mitarbeit von Herbert Benson und Margaret Baim. 2. Auflage. München: Elsevier. Online verfügbar unter http://shop.elsevier.de/978-3-437-57931-8.   Salutogenese: https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/14639/Handbuch-der-Salutogenese https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/187401/Heilende-Architektur-Der-Krankheit-Raum-geben Mittelmark, Maurice B.; Bauer, Georg F.; Vaandrager, Lenneke; Pelikan, Jürgen M.; Sagy, Shifra; Eriksson, Monica et al. (2022): The Handbook of Salutogenesis. Cham: Springer International Publishing.   Placeboforschung: Rehn, Jonas; Schuster, Kai (2017): Clinic Design as Placebo-Using Design to Promote Healing and Support Treatments. In: Behavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland) 7 (4). DOI: 10.3390/bs7040077. http://placeboforschung.de/ Benedetti, Fabrizio; Enck, Paul; Frisaldi, Elisa; Schedlowski, Manfred (Hg.) (2014): Placebo. Berlin, Heidelberg: Springer Berlin Heidelberg (Handbook of Experimental Pharmacology, 225). Online verfügbar unter http://nbn-resolving.org/urn:nbn:de:bsz:31-epflicht-1512970.   Weiterbildung: ZRM Trainer: www.zrm.ch

Dr. Wendy Suzuki is a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology in the Center for Neural Science at New York University and a celebrated international authority on neuroplasticity. She is the author of “Good Anxiety” and “Healthy Brain, Happy Life”, a book which focuses on recognizing anxiety and harnessing the power behind it. She was recently named one of the top ten women changing the way we see the world by Good Housekeeping. Dr. Suzuki regularly serves as a sought-after expert for publications including The Wall Street Journal, Shape, and Health. Her TED talk has more than 31 million views on Facebook and was the 2nd most viewed TED talk of 2018. She focuses her work on neuroplasticity with recent work in long-term memory retention and the effects of aerobic exercise on cognition.    In today's episode, host Shay Beider discusses how to work with anxiety with Dr. Suzuki, and how anxiety can actually be used as a source of strength in our lives. She describes how people can welcome this emotion and use it to create positive change in their lives. Dr. Suzuki also shares how she used grief in her own life as a motivating force behind the creation of her book, “Good Anxiety”. She shares wellness tips for the listeners on how to increase mood, cognition and focus. Dr. Suzuki touches on meditation and exercise as powerful tools for well being. Dr. She describes both the long and short term benefits of exercise, including improvements in mood and memory and decreased anxiety. Dr. Suzuki shares her personal journey of healing with Shay and how she has found ways to release emotional blockages and turn them into something positive.   Transcripts for this episode are available at: https://www.integrativetouch.org/conversations-on-healing    Show Notes: Check out Good Anxiety by Dr. Wendy Suzuki Find out more about eliciting the relaxation response, based on the work of Herbert Benson, MD Here's a podcast episode to learn more about Loving Kindness Meditation, hosted by Robert Thurman  Richard Davidson's research    This podcast was created by Integrative Touch (InTouch). InTouch is working to change the way people experience healthcare. A leader in the field of pediatric integrative medicine, the organization supports caregivers and families whose children have any type of special health or medical need. This includes kids with cancers, genetic conditions, autism, cerebral palsy, traumatic stress, and other serious health issues. The founder, Shay Beider, pioneered a new therapy called Integrative Touch™ Therapy that supports healing from trauma and serious illness. The organization reaches thousands of people each year in hospitals and communities and offers unique Telehealth programs to families and healthcare providers from around the world. Thanks to the incredible support of volunteers and contributors, individuals are able to receive wellness education and integrative medical services at little or no cost.

Spirituality and Healthcare https://community.soulmanifesto.com/ Well, it took 60 years, but a Harvard physician's research has finally captured the attention of Western medical communities, causing a powerful shift toward integrating spiritual practices into their treatment plans…Learn more now!   Highlights️ Today, the subject of spirituality and healthcare is offered in a whopping 90% of medical schools across the country, which includes some of the most prestigious medical schools in the world. Harvard research concluded 10 to 20 minutes of meditation twice a day is the sweet spot for achieving health benefits that include increased metabolism, decreased heart rate, and decreased intensity of chronic pain. Learn the technique for triggering the Relaxation Response, discovered by Harvard cardiologist, Dr. Herbert Benson! Our ability to feel healthy and heal from many illnesses is already stored in our body just like a memory…Learn more now! Learn why it took 60 YEARS for the medical community to start integrating spirituality and healthcare, and what exactly changed their minds. Listen to the episode now! If you have any questions, or you would like Alena's help using these techniques in your life, just leave your questions in the comment section below or contact or go to:   www.soulmanifesto.com http://soulmanifesto.com/contact/   Can spirituality improve health? Can spirituality help with physical health? Can Spirituality help the body heal? How does spirituality work with healthcare? Can spirituality replace healthcare?    #SoulManifesto #happiness #seekinghappiness #spiritualguidance #spiritualscience #selflovejourney #selfhealing #healthcare #harvardschoolofmedicine #physicalhealth #spiritualhealth #mindbodybalance #mindbodyandspirit #mindbodyhealth #spiritualhealing

Episode at a glance: In this episode of Finding Flow, George and John dive into the intricacies of working with your unique biology and energy patterns for maximum performance and access to flow, and discuss their approaches to navigating the phase of flow consciousness, from struggle, to release, to flow, to recovery. Episode links: Highest Life Design: https://www.highestlifedesign.com/ Stealing Fire: Steven Kotler & Jamie Wheal: http://stealingfirebook.com/ The Breakout Principle by Herbert Benson & William Proctor: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Breakout-Principle/Herbert-Benson/9780743223980

Episode at a glance: In this episode of Finding Flow, George and John dive into the intricacies of working with your unique biology and energy patterns for maximum performance and access to flow, and discuss their approaches to navigating the phase of flow consciousness, from struggle, to release, to flow, to recovery. Episode links: Highest Life Design: https://www.highestlifedesign.com/ Stealing Fire: Steven Kotler & Jamie Wheal: http://stealingfirebook.com/ The Breakout Principle by Herbert Benson & William Proctor: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Breakout-Principle/Herbert-Benson/9780743223980

Stress effects so may of us in todays hectic world. In this episode we will take a look at what stress is, the physiological response on the body to stress and how we can create the opposite, which is known as the relaxation response. Practice reducing your stress today!

Dr. Zaklin earned his Master of Arts from Teachers of Columbia University and his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Virginia. He completed his training in Internal Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. There he studied Mind-Body Medicine with Dr. Herbert Benson and The Benson-Henry Institute. After serving on faculty at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Zaklin continued his work with Partners within the Spaulding Rehab network. In his current position within Partners he works with geriatric patients in Skilled Nursing facilities. He also maintains a private practice in Integrative Medicine and Cannabis Therapeutics in Salem, Massachusetts.In addition to his formal training, he has also trained in integrative medicine, geriatric medicine, functional medicine, herbal medicine, energy medicine, nutrition, yoga, and cannabis therapeutics. He views the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) as a key link to understanding the connection between the mind, body and spirit. Utilizing his combined training, he partners with his patients in helping optimize their ECS and thus achieve a natural, authentic state of balance. As an accomplished musician, he has a particular interest in the link between the ECS and music. In this week's podcast we explore a beautiful marriage of medicine and plants and how when we honour the two together we have a greater imapct on our health holistically. Dr Zaklin is passionate about cannabis as a medicine especially when understood from the point of view that the plant feeds our endocannadoid system. He is equally passionate about the terpenese and he explains to use how they work with cannabis and with our body. He talk about how adult use is affecting the reputation off cannabis how we will use cannabis and other plants in the future as our daily health care.Find and Learn from at the following links www.RyanZaklinMD.com, twitter: https://twitter.com/RyanZaklinMDFB: https://www.facebook.com/RyanZaklinMD/http://practicalneurology.com/2016/12/cannabinoids-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-emerging-trends/To learn more about plants & your health from Colleen at LabAroma check out this informative PDF: https://mailchi.mp/2fe0e426b244/osw1lg2dkhDisclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes only, and is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor if you are in need of medical care, and before making any changes to your health routine.

På 60-talet kunde Dr Herbert Benson visa på sambandet mellan kropp och sinne i ett experiment han gjorde på Harvard Medical School. Apor blev belönade om de med tankens kraft kunde styra sitt eget blodtryck. Detta blev inledningen på Dr Bensons arbete med att visa hur mycket vårt sinne styr vår fysiska hälsa.

På 60-talet kunde Dr Herbert Benson visa på sambandet mellan kropp och sinne i ett experiment han gjorde på Harvard Medical School. Apor blev belönade om de med tankens kraft kunde styra sitt eget blodtryck. Detta blev inledningen på Dr Bensons arbete med att visa hur mycket vårt sinne styr vår fysiska hälsa.

Overview of the upcoming Make Belief series, touching on topics such as love, the brain, diet, political leaders, religion, and critical thinking. Contributors in order of appearance: Mark Ledoux, Julia Galef, David Wolpe, Steven Novella, Michael Shermer, Andrew Newberg, James Giordano, Tom Asacker, Simone Wright, Kayt Sukel, James Fallon, Herbert Benson, Tori Christman, Scott Lilienfeld, Paul Offit, Michael Dedora, Billy Demoss, Jeffrey Anderson, Bridget Hedison.