The Mindful Movement Podcast and Community

Sara and Les Raymond
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  • Alternative Health
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Welcome to the Mindful Movement Podcast! We have a robust catalog of guided meditations for you to add some peace in your life. We also have interviews with a broad range of folks to help empower you to play a larger role in your sense of well-being. Thanks for stopping by - we hope you enjoy!

  1. 5d ago

    Why You Can't Think Your Way Out of Stress & Anxiety | Dave Rabin

    Why is it so hard to think clearly, learn, sleep, or feel like yourself when you’re stressed?In this conversation, Les Raymond sits down with Dr. Dave Rabin, psychiatrist, neuroscientist, author, and co-founder of Apollo Neuro, to explore what modern neuroscience is teaching us about stress, safety, healing, and the nervous system.Dr. Rabin explains why our brains are wired to treat uncertainty as potential danger, why feeling safe in the body may need to come before trying to change our thoughts, and how chronic overstimulation can quietly keep us stuck in survival mode.Much of the conversation draws from Dr. Rabin’s book, A Simple Guide to Being Alive, which explores the fascinating intersection of modern science, spirituality, and ancient wisdom, and what these different ways of understanding ourselves may be able to teach us about living and healing.Together they explore:Why anxiety is closely tied to uncertainty and our evolutionary survival systemThe difference between bottom-up and top-down approaches to changeWhy the nervous system needs signals of safetyThe role of the vagus nerve, touch, vibration, and human connectionWhy more data and health tracking can sometimes create more anxietyHow small, repeated moments of regulation may be more practical than adding another demanding wellness routineThe relationship between stress, sleep, recovery, and resilienceWhat science may be beginning to explain about ancient and traditional healing practicesHow technology can potentially support nervous system regulation rather than adding more stressDr. Rabin also shares new research and developments behind Apollo Neuro, the wearable technology designed to use gentle vibrations to support relaxation, sleep, focus, and nervous system regulation.Interested in trying Apollo Neuro?Use our affiliate link for The Mindful Movement discount:https://apolloneuro.com/mindfulWe may earn a commission if you purchase through our affiliate link, at no additional cost to you.Daves New Bookhttps://amzn.to/4g9VVH1Whether you’re struggling with chronic stress, anxiety, poor sleep, burnout, or simply want to understand your nervous system more deeply, this conversation offers a fascinating look at what it means to help the body feel safe again.#NervousSystem #StressRelief #Anxiety #VagusNerve #Sleep #ApolloNeuro #Neuroscience #MentalHealth #TheMindfulMovementThemindfulmovement.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity

  2. Aug 15

    Screens, Anxiety & the Disappearing Childhood | A Pediatrician Explains What Changed | Dr. Michael Glazier

    Childhood has changed dramatically in just a generation. Kids spend more time on screens, less time playing outside, have fewer opportunities for independence, and are reporting anxiety at alarming rates. In this conversation, Les sits down with pediatrician Dr. Michael Glazier, Chief Medical Officer of Bluebird Kids Health, to explore what's happening to kids and what parents can do about it.They discuss why childhood anxiety doesn't always look like anxiety, how stress can show up as very real physical symptoms, and the role phones, social media, isolation, and changing childhood experiences may be playing in children's mental health. They also explore something we've increasingly removed from childhood: boredom. What happens when kids don't have enough opportunities to wander, play, solve problems, navigate conflict, take reasonable risks, and experience small amounts of adversity? And could our attempts to protect children actually be preventing them from developing some of the resilience they'll need later in life? The conversation also covers nutrition, youth sports, parenting by example, the lasting social effects of COVID, and the rapidly growing role of AI in children's lives and education In this episode... Why anxiety in children can be difficult to recognize• The connection between screens, social isolation, and anxiety• Why boredom may actually be good for kids Free play, independence, and developing resilience Why physical symptoms can sometimes be related to stress The problem with early sports specialization How parents model behavior without realizing it Nutrition and children's long-term health The social consequences of COVID-era isolation The potential benefits and risks of AI for children What parents can do to support healthier, more resilient kids If you're a parent, grandparent, teacher, coach, or simply concerned about how childhood is changing, this conversation offers an important look at what kids may need more of, not just what they need protection from. Themindfulmovement.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity

  3. Aug 8

    Why Modern Life Is Making Us Sick (The Missing Piece of Health) | Tim Hammond

    What if one of the biggest drivers of your health isn't your diet... but your light environment?In this fascinating conversation, Les Raymond sits down with Tim Hammond to explore the emerging science of circadian biology, mitochondrial health, chronic illness, Lyme disease, sunlight, blue light, and the environmental signals that shape how our bodies produce energy and heal.Tim shares his personal journey recovering from decades of chronic Lyme disease and explains why he believes restoring our relationship with natural light became the missing foundation that allowed everything else to work. Topics include: Lyme disease and chronic illness Brain fog and fatigue Mitochondria and cellular energy Circadian rhythms Morning sunlight Blue light exposure Infrared light Sleep and recovery Grounding and natureDiet vs. light Deuterium and metabolic health Whether you're dealing with chronic symptoms or simply want to better understand how your environment affects your health, this episode offers a thought-provoking look at the biology of light. Connect with TimREGENERINT | Regenerative Intelligence www.regenerint.com@regenerint on InstagramCircadian Optimization Guide | Use code MINDFUL for 30% off #CircadianRhythm #Sunlight #BlueLight #Mitochondria #HealthPodcast #LymeDisease #BrainFog #sleep Themindfulmovement.com⁠⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity

  4. Aug 1

    Why Are Women Expected to Suffer Through Menopause? | Debra Muth

    What if many of the symptoms we accept as "normal aging" are actually signs that something deeper is going on?In this episode, Les Raymond sits down with naturopathic doctor and nurse practitioner Debra Muth to discuss thyroid health, menopause, chronic illness, Lyme disease, mold toxicity, hormones, and why so many people feel dismissed by conventional medicine.Dr. Deb shares her own remarkable health journey, from being told she would become disabled to discovering the root causes behind her symptoms and building a career helping others do the same. Topics include: Thyroid dysfunction and low body temperature Lyme disease and mold toxicity Chronic fatigue and mystery illnesses Functional medicine approaches Hormone replacement therapy Menopause and perimenopause Progesterone vs. estrogen Why women are often told to "just live with it"Sauna therapy, detoxification, and immune health Whether you're navigating menopause, struggling with chronic symptoms, or simply curious about a more root-cause approach to health, this conversation offers thoughtful perspectives and practical insights. Themindfulmovement.com⁠⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity

  5. Jul 25

    I Let an Astrologer Read My Birth Chart I Wasn't Expecting This | Neda Farr

    Can your birth chart reveal your personality, relationships, career path, and life purpose?In this fascinating conversation, Les Raymond sits down with astrologer Neda Farr to explore what astrology actually is, how birth charts are created, and why millions of people use them as a tool for self-understanding.As a self-described skeptic, Les invites Neda to interpret his own birth chart live, leading to several surprisingly accurate insights about his personality, marriage, career, and emotional life. Together they discuss: What astrology really is (and isn't)How birth charts work The meaning of your Sun, Moon, and Rising signsAstrology and compatibility in relationshipsLove languages and communication styles through astrology Career purpose and personal fulfillmentAstrocartography and choosing where to liveMercury retrograde, Pluto, and current astrological cyclesWhy so many people find astrology meaningful Whether you're deeply interested in astrology or simply curious about why it has captivated people for thousands of years, this conversation offers an open-minded exploration of one of humanity's oldest systems for understanding ourselves. #Astrology #BirthChart #SelfDiscovery #Relationships #PersonalGrowth #Spirituality #Podcast #MindfulMovement Themindfulmovement.com⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠ ⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity

  6. Jul 18

    One of Us Is Wrong About Nutrition... Maybe Both | Dr Greger

    Can two people strongly disagree about nutrition and still have a productive conversation? In this episode, Les Raymond sits down with bestselling author and lifestyle medicine physician Dr. Michael Greger to discuss plant-based nutrition, Blue Zones, heart disease, personalized nutrition, salt, stress, longevity, and the challenges of interpreting nutrition science. Rather than avoiding disagreement, they explore it with curiosity and respect, examining where evidence is strong, where uncertainty remains, and why finding the right approach to health may be more nuanced than many headlines suggest. Topics include: Can diet reverse heart disease?What the Blue Zones really teach usIs personalized nutrition real?Plant-based vs. carnivore dietsSodium, potassium, and blood pressureThe strengths and limitations of nutrition researchWhy N=1 experimentation still mattersHow to think critically about health claimsWhether you follow a plant-based diet, eat omnivorously, or are simply trying to make better health decisions, this conversation offers a thoughtful look at one of the most debated topics in wellness. #Nutrition #PlantBased #Carnivore #HealthPodcast #Longevity #BlueZones #MichaelGreger #Wellness Themindfulmovement.com⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠ ⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity

  7. Jul 11

    Your Body Isn't Broken... Your Nervous System Needs This | Jorina Elbers from HeartMath

    Is your body trying to tell you something?Many of us think of symptoms like anxiety, chronic pain, digestive issues, fatigue, or heart palpitations as problems to suppress. But what if they're actually signals from a dysregulated nervous system asking for attention?In this conversation, Les Raymond sits down with neurologist and HeartMath Medical Director Dr. Jorina Elbers to explore the science of heart coherence, nervous system regulation, trauma, emotional resilience, and why learning to regulate stress may be one of the most powerful tools for improving long-term health.Together they discuss:What heart coherence actually isHow emotions affect heart rate variability (HRV)Why chronic stress impacts nearly every system in the bodyThe difference between regulation and relaxationPractical breathing techniques that help restore resilienceHow trauma can continue influencing physical healthWhy symptoms may be messages instead of malfunctionsThe connection between emotional health and physical healingWhether you're dealing with burnout, chronic stress, anxiety, or simply want to understand your nervous system more deeply, this conversation offers practical tools grounded in neuroscience and compassion. Check out the HeartMath device HERE#NervousSystem #StressRelief #HeartMath #TraumaHealing #HRV #MindBodyConnection #MentalHealth #wellnessforlife Themindfulmovement.com⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠ ⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity

  8. Jul 4

    How to Sleep Better: Temperature, Light, EMFs & Sleep Science | Tara Youngblood

    Why do some people wake up at 3 AM every night?Why do temperature, light, mattress materials, and even smell affect sleep so profoundly?In this conversation, Les Raymond sits down with sleep expert Dr. Tara Youngblood to explore the science of sleep and the hidden environmental factors that influence how well we rest.Topics include:• Why temperature may be the most overlooked sleep tool• The surprising connection between trauma and deep sleep• Why waking up during the night isn't always a problem• The role of light, smell, sound, and EMFs in sleep quality• Morning people vs. night owls and why sleep isn't one-size-fits-all• The truth about mattresses, memory foam, and sleep surfaces• Sleep habits that actually work and the ones that don'tWhether you struggle to fall asleep, wake up too early, or simply want deeper, more restorative rest, this conversation offers practical insights grounded in both science and real-world experience.Check out the Gelisleep mattress Sara and I use hereUse code mindfulmovement10 for a discount#Sleep #SleepScience #Insomnia #SleepTips #HealthPodcast #Wellness #DeepSleep #MindfulMovementThemindfulmovement.com⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠ ⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity

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Welcome to the Mindful Movement Podcast! We have a robust catalog of guided meditations for you to add some peace in your life. We also have interviews with a broad range of folks to help empower you to play a larger role in your sense of well-being. Thanks for stopping by - we hope you enjoy!

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