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Modern Life is Making You Sick: How to Master Your Mind and Body w/ Aaron Alexander (WiM559)

Episode Summary

Aaron Alexander joins me to discuss the connection between posture and mental health, the role of breathwork in emotional regulation, the benefits of grounding and stargazing, the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern science, the dangers of blue light, how to tap into a flow states, and how to optimize your health in the modern world. Aaron Alexander, CR, LMT, is a movement coach, host of the Align Podcast, and author of The Align Method: 5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind, and Stress-Proof Life.

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// OUTLINE //

0:00 - WiM Episode Trailer

1:11 - Depression, Hope, and Posture

12:29 - Polyvagal Theory

17:09 - Breathwork and Dealing With Anger in Relationships

26:31 - Socialization and Relating to Others

35:03 - The Farm at Okefenokee

36:23 - iCoin: Cold Storage Bitcoin Wallet

37:53 - Hierarchy of Relational Prioritization

40:09 - Architecture and Societal Values

43:46 - The Problems That Accompany Money and Power

49:23 - “The Align Method”

53:17 - The Persona and the Authentic Self

57:40 - Finding a Flow State

1:05:20 - Heart and Soil Supplements

1:06:20 - Helping Lightning Startups with In Wolf's Clothing

1:07:12 - The Importance of Humility

1:09:05 - The Interdependence of Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Alignment

1:13:44 - Geographical Variation in Culture and Temperament

1:19:03 - The Intersection of Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science

1:23:50 - Mine Bitcoin with Blockware Solutions

1:25:12 - On-Ramp Bitcoin Custody

1:27:10 - Digital Detox and Blue Light

1:30:42 - Ancient Traditions and Modern Religion

1:42:40 - MindLab Pro Supplements

1:43:49 - Buy Bitcoin with Coinbits

1:45:18 - Ancestral Lessons From Robert Sapolsky

1:59:10 - Modern Health Pitfalls

2:08:37 - The Benefits of Grounding and Natural Light

2:19:21 - Pilates and Sunning Your Balls

2:23:13 - Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Aaron

 

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