The Connective is cooperatively owned and powered by teachers. We provide a sustainable livelihood for yoga and movement professionals and raise industry standards for quality, diversity, anti-racism, and accessibility. We offer students an online space to explore movement, build community, and discover new potential. Our vision at The Connective is to ensure movement professionals have the tools to thrive, and make the practices of yoga, movement and fitness accessible to traditionally underserved and marginalized communities.On this episode I spoke with fellow founding members Tonie Warner, Markella Los, Sangeeta Vallabhan, and Liz Buehler Walker about what it means to create a cooperative business structure from the ground up, and our visions for the future.Find us on Instagram @theconnectivestudio, and practice with our teacher-owners on The Connective Platform.We’re currently raising money for three endeavors to grow our business and expand our impact: Teacher Support + Advancement, Technology, and Community Programming. Please help support our mission by making a one time donation or a monthly contribution via our Patreon page.

The Connective is cooperatively owned and powered by teachers. We provide a sustainable livelihood for yoga and movement professionals and raise industry standards for quality, diversity, anti-racism, and accessibility. We offer students an online space to explore movement, build community, and discover new potential. Our vision at The Connective is to ensure movement professionals have the tools to thrive, and make the practices of yoga, movement and fitness accessible to traditionally underserved and marginalized communities. On this episode I spoke with fellow founding members Tonie Warner, Markella Los, Sangeeta Vallabhan, and Liz Buehler Walker about what it means to create a cooperative business structure from the ground up, and our visions for the future. Find us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theconnectivestudio/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@theconnectivestudio</a>, and practice with our teacher-owners on <a href="https://www.theconnectivestudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Connective Platform</a>. We’re currently raising money for three endeavors to grow our business and expand our impact: Teacher Support + Advancement, Technology, and Community Programming. Please help support our mission by making a <a href="https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/theconnective?locale.x=en_US" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">one time donation</a> or a monthly contribution via <a href="https://www.patreon.com/theconnectivestudio" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">our Patreon page</a>.

Ep 034: The Connective | Building a Teacher Owned Cooperative from the Ground Up

Avita Bansee is a yoga teacher specializing in pre- and postnatal. The birth of her children and continued study in yoga philosophy, anatomy, pranayama and biomechanics inform her teaching and self-practice. Avita's group classes are centered on breath, strength and active rest while maintaining a sense of playfulness. Her work for the last seven years includes training private clients, aiding them with pain management, birth recovery or general well being through yoga and exercise. In addition to teaching yoga, Avita has a Masters in Political Science from the New School of Social Research and is a passionate advocate of social justice, feminism and anti-racist activism within and beyond the wellness industry.You can find out more about Avita and her work at avitayoga.com and on Instagram @yogawithavita. Check out her September workshop with Eleni and Liz on The Connective, Earth, Fire, Water. And find out more about her collaboration with Tejal Yoga and Social Justice at tejalyoga.comThe book Avita referenced, What Makes a Baby by Cory Silverberg can be found here.

Avita Bansee is a yoga teacher specializing in pre- and postnatal. The birth of her children and continued study in yoga philosophy, anatomy, pranayama and biomechanics inform her teaching and self-practice. Avita's group classes are centered on breath, strength and active rest while maintaining a sense of playfulness. Her work for the last seven years includes training private clients, aiding them with pain management, birth recovery or general well being through yoga and exercise. In addition to teaching yoga, Avita has a Masters in Political Science from the New School of Social Research and is a passionate advocate of social justice, feminism and anti-racist activism within and beyond the wellness industry. You can find out more about Avita and her work at <a href="https://www.avitayoga.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">avitayoga.com</a> and on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yogawithavita/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@yogawithavita</a>. Check out her September workshop with Eleni and Liz on The Connective, <a href="https://www.theconnectivestudio.com/en/listings/1071285-earth-fire-water-a-pre-and-post-natal-video-workshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Earth, Fire, Water</a>. And find out more about her collaboration with Tejal Yoga and Social Justice at <a href="http://tejalyoga.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tejalyoga.com</a> The book Avita referenced, What Makes a Baby by Cory Silverberg can be found <a href="https://www.corysilverberg.com/what-makes-a-baby" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.

Ep 033: Avita Bansee | Politics and Anti-racism in Pre- and Postnatal Yoga

Jenn Pilotti

Jenn Pilotti is a movement educator and personal trainer and has studied a variety of techniques, including strength and conditioning, yoga, Feldenkrais, bodyweight conditioning, MovNat, and dance/somatics. She has a B.S. in exercise with an emphasis in physiology from UC Davis, a M.S. in human movement from A.T. Still University and has taken a variety of courses and workshops in neuromuscular techniques and psychology. For the last eighteen years, she has worked with people of a wide range of ages and abilities in a one-on-one setting. She is the author of the book, "Body, Mind, Movement: an evidence based approach to mindful movement."Find out more about Jenn's work at jennpilotti.com follow her on Instagram @jenn_pilotti and check out her new book by clicking here.

Jenn Pilotti is a movement educator and personal trainer and has studied a variety of techniques, including strength and conditioning, yoga, Feldenkrais, bodyweight conditioning, MovNat, and dance/somatics. She has a B.S. in exercise with an emphasis in physiology from UC Davis, a M.S. in human movement from A.T. Still University and has taken a variety of courses and workshops in neuromuscular techniques and psychology. For the last eighteen years, she has worked with people of a wide range of ages and abilities in a one-on-one setting. She is the author of the book, "Body, Mind, Movement: an evidence based approach to mindful movement." Find out more about Jenn's work at <a href="https://www.jennpilotti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jennpilotti.com</a> follow her on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenn_pilotti/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@jenn_pilotti</a> and check out her new book by <a href="https://www.handspringpublishing.com/product/body-mind-movement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">clicking here</a>.

Ep 032: Jenn Pilotti | Bodyweight Training & Awareness

Isidora Romantini

Isidora is a Registered Massage Therapist, provider of Medical Contemporary Acupuncture, yoga and Pilates teacher based out of Toronto. She holds additional certifications in FRC and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization. Her yoga teacher training program which we discuss in this episode and other educational offerings are through Modern Yoga Method. We’re cross pollinating podcasts with this interview as Isidora recently interviewed me on her podcast, Bent Over Wellness.Find out more about Isidora and her work at modernyogamethod.com and on Instagram @isidora_romantini

Isidora is a Registered Massage Therapist, provider of Medical Contemporary Acupuncture, yoga and Pilates teacher based out of Toronto. She holds additional certifications in FRC and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization. Her yoga teacher training program which we discuss in this episode and other educational offerings are through Modern Yoga Method. We’re cross pollinating podcasts with this interview as Isidora recently interviewed me on her podcast, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bent-over-wellness/id1454181017" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bent Over Wellness</a>. Find out more about Isidora and her work at <a href="https://www.modernyogamethod.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">modernyogamethod.com</a> and on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/isidora_romantini/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@isidora_romantini</a>

Ep 031: Isidora Romantini | Seeing the Whole Person

Anietie Ukpe-Wallace, also known as Tia, has had a life-long fascination with the human body and its inner workings. Beginning with a formal introduction to movement in college, she has continued that journey ever since. As a yoga teacher of 8 years in the Bay Area, CA, her practice morphed from one of structure and ego to one of humility and independent thinking. After her own struggles surrounding her pelvic floor, she has grown a love for learning and understanding this part of the body that is rarely talked about and sometimes even misunderstood. Being a mom has also introduced her to the necessary world of self care. She is extremely passionate on the topic of self care being accessible and attainable to all and she has developed The Masterful Art of Self-Care’s 4 tenets: nutritional health, physical health/movement, mental health and pelvic floor/sexual health as being key components to everyone’s self care. She recently graduated with a Doctorate degree in physical therapy in August 2019 and practices as an orthopedic and pelvic health physical therapist in Oakland, CA. She is a practicing Women’s Health Coach through the Integrative Women’s Health Institute and is also the host of her podcast, The Masterful Art of Self-Care.Find out more about Anietie on IG @selfcarephysio and themasterfulartofselfcare.com

Anietie Ukpe-Wallace, also known as Tia, has had a life-long fascination with the human body and its inner workings. Beginning with a formal introduction to movement in college, she has continued that journey ever since. As a yoga teacher of 8 years in the Bay Area, CA, her practice morphed from one of structure and ego to one of humility and independent thinking. After her own struggles surrounding her pelvic floor, she has grown a love for learning and understanding this part of the body that is rarely talked about and sometimes even misunderstood. Being a mom has also introduced her to the necessary world of self care. She is extremely passionate on the topic of self care being accessible and attainable to all and she has developed The Masterful Art of Self-Care’s 4 tenets: nutritional health, physical health/movement, mental health and pelvic floor/sexual health as being key components to everyone’s self care. She recently graduated with a Doctorate degree in physical therapy in August 2019 and practices as an orthopedic and pelvic health physical therapist in Oakland, CA. She is a practicing Women’s Health Coach through the Integrative Women’s Health Institute and is also the host of her podcast, The Masterful Art of Self-Care. Find out more about Anietie on IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/selfcarephysio/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@selfcarephysio</a> and <a href="https://www.themasterfulartofselfcare.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">themasterfulartofselfcare.com</a>

Ep 030: Anietie Ukpe-Wallace | Body Literacy, Self-Care, and Pelvic Health

Nikki Naab-Levy

I sat down with Nikki to hear her thoughts on short and long term strategies for yoga and fitness teachers in a pandemic.Nikki Naab-Levy PMA®-CPT is a Pilates teacher, licensed massage therapist, and certified functional strength coach with over a decade of experience helping clients build strength and overcome injury. She holds B.S. in Exercise Science and B.S. in Magazine Journalism from Ohio University. Her fitness wisdom has been featured in Girls Gone Strong, The Seattle Times, and Men’s Fitness. She is a Master Trainer for the Balanced Body Bodhi Suspension System and has presented for national conferences and educational organizations included Fusion Pilates Edu and the Pilates Method Alliance. When she's not teaching a sneaky hard Pilates class, you can find her using her journalism experience to help movement teachers find creative and effective ways to market their workshops, classes, and online programs.Find out more about Nikki at naablevy.com and follow her business page on Instagram @psbuymyshit

I sat down with Nikki to hear her thoughts on short and long term strategies for yoga and fitness teachers in a pandemic. Nikki Naab-Levy PMA®-CPT is a Pilates teacher, licensed massage therapist, and certified functional strength coach with over a decade of experience helping clients build strength and overcome injury. She holds B.S. in Exercise Science and B.S. in Magazine Journalism from Ohio University. Her fitness wisdom has been featured in Girls Gone Strong, The Seattle Times, and Men’s Fitness. She is a Master Trainer for the Balanced Body Bodhi Suspension System and has presented for national conferences and educational organizations included Fusion Pilates Edu and the Pilates Method Alliance. When she's not teaching a sneaky hard Pilates class, you can find her using her journalism experience to help movement teachers find creative and effective ways to market their workshops, classes, and online programs. Find out more about Nikki at <a href="https://naablevy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">naablevy.com</a> and follow her business page on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/psbuymyshit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@psbuymyshit</a>

Ep 029: Nikki Naab-Levy | Bringing Your Teaching Biz Online

Kenneth Axen

Over my January break, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Kenneth Axen who taught our exercise physiology class at Hunter College in my first year of PT school. We’d previously connected over a shared love of the great street photographers of the mid-twentieth century. Dr. Axen is a photographer, artist, writer, scientist, teacher, father and traveler. I was eager to hear more about his outlook on life, inspired by the “Yes, and...” rule of improvisation. We discussed the ways art and illustration serve as tools for sharing complex ideas, how constraints spur creativity, and the intersections between science and spirituality. We were joined in our discussion by Dr. Kathleen Axen who currently serves as Professor and Department Chair of Health and Nutrition Sciences at Brooklyn College. Together, they shared stories of their world travel adventures with young children.Dr. Axen has an incredible eye. View his photography on Instagram @kenaxen and take a look at the film referenced in the beginning of the episode, TempusFugit.

Over my January break, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Kenneth Axen who taught our exercise physiology class at Hunter College in my first year of PT school. We’d previously connected over a shared love of the great street photographers of the mid-twentieth century. Dr. Axen is a photographer, artist, writer, scientist, teacher, father and traveler. I was eager to hear more about his outlook on life, inspired by the “Yes, and...” rule of improvisation. We discussed the ways art and illustration serve as tools for sharing complex ideas, how constraints spur creativity, and the intersections between science and spirituality. We were joined in our discussion by Dr. Kathleen Axen who currently serves as Professor and Department Chair of Health and Nutrition Sciences at Brooklyn College. Together, they shared stories of their world travel adventures with young children. Dr. Axen has an incredible eye. View his photography on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kenaxen/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kenaxen</a> and take a look at the film referenced in the beginning of the episode, <a href="https://vimeo.com/374242818" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TempusFugit</a>.

Ep 028: Dr. Kenneth Axen | An Improvised Life

Aisha Fakhro

Aisha Fakhro is a yoga teacher, psychotherapist, and hypnotherapist. She teaches embodied movement practice blended with neuroscience to tap into the body and brain’s capacity to adapt, rewire, and transform to overcome difficulties. Her podcast, Soft Strength presents her philosophy for life on and off the mat—one lived with with insight and ease, that celebrates unique individuality, but also our deep interconnectedness.Find out more about Aisha's work at aishafakhro.com, on Instagram @aishafakhro, and check out her podcast Soft Strength.

Aisha Fakhro is a yoga teacher, psychotherapist, and hypnotherapist. She teaches embodied movement practice blended with neuroscience to tap into the body and brain’s capacity to adapt, rewire, and transform to overcome difficulties. Her podcast, Soft Strength presents her philosophy for life on and off the mat—one lived with with insight and ease, that celebrates unique individuality, but also our deep interconnectedness. Find out more about Aisha's work at <a href="https://www.aishafakhro.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">aishafakhro.com</a>, on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aishafakhro/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@aishafakhro</a>, and check out her podcast <a href="https://www.aishafakhro.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soft Strength</a>.

Ep 027: Aisha Fakhro | Embodied Psychotherapy

Applied Neurology

Erin Jade

Erin has a degree in art and considers creativity in its many forms to be a core value in her life and work. In addition to writing and making music, teaching and movement have been a mainstay in her life since as a child she taught dance to her stuffed animals. She has been offering yoga &amp; movement instruction and manual therapy to a wide range of ages and abilities since 2004.In 2014 following the birth of her son and a delve in to modern postural yoga history, she was compelled to pivot away from traditional yoga toward multidisciplinary movement and the burgeoning field of applied neuroscience, rekindling her long-standing love of the brain. She considers it vital to assess and improve the way our nervous system functions because movement output quality and quantity hinges upon how we absorb and process informationShe offers unique, brain-centered education for yoga and movement teachers looking to expand their knowledge base in a competitive market via online courses.Her writing about the business of teaching yoga and challenges of transitioning into other modalities inspired her serialized audiobook podcast The Whole Beautiful.Follow Erin on Instagram @movementfluency

Erin has a degree in art and considers creativity in its many forms to be a core value in her life and work. In addition to writing and making music, teaching and movement have been a mainstay in her life since as a child she taught dance to her stuffed animals. She has been offering yoga &amp; movement instruction and manual therapy to a wide range of ages and abilities since 2004. In 2014 following the birth of her son and a delve in to modern postural yoga history, she was compelled to pivot away from traditional yoga toward multidisciplinary movement and the burgeoning field of applied neuroscience, rekindling her long-standing love of the brain. She considers it vital to assess and improve the way our nervous system functions because movement output quality and quantity hinges upon how we absorb and process information She offers unique, brain-centered education for yoga and movement teachers looking to expand their knowledge base in a competitive market via <a href="https://movement-fluency.teachable.com/courses" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">online courses</a>. Her writing about the business of teaching yoga and challenges of transitioning into other modalities inspired her serialized audiobook podcast <a href="http://www.thewholebeautiful.libsyn.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whole Beautiful</a>. Follow Erin on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movementfluency/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movementfluency</a>

Ep 026: Erin Jade | Kinetic Drawing and Applied Neurology

Unionize Yoga is a group of yoga and mindful fitness educators in New York City coming together to have a voice in the industry, raise industry standards, and create a more equitable and sustainable profession for all. Their goal is for employees, students, and business to thrive.I sat down with Tamar Samir, Markella Los, and Liz Buehler Walker to find out more about what spurred their motivation to organize, where they currently stand after a successful first vote, and next steps for teachers in New York City and beyond.You can find out more about their work on Instagram @unionize_yoga, Facebook @yogateacherunion, and Twitter @unionize_yoga. 

Unionize Yoga is a group of yoga and mindful fitness educators in New York City coming together to have a voice in the industry, raise industry standards, and create a more equitable and sustainable profession for all. Their goal is for employees, students, and business to thrive. I sat down with Tamar Samir, Markella Los, and Liz Buehler Walker to find out more about what spurred their motivation to organize, where they currently stand after a successful first vote, and next steps for teachers in New York City and beyond. You can find out more about their work on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/unionize_yoga/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@unionize_yoga</a>, Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/yogateacherunion/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@yogateacherunion</a>, and Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/unionize_yoga?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@unionize_yoga</a>.

Ep 025: Unionize Yoga | How can a career in yoga look more like yoga?

Multidisciplinary movement, therapy, and contemplative practices for modern life.

Keisa Parrish

In this episode, Keisa Parrish shares her stories of working as a dancer, artist, and fitness teacher in New York City while raising a child. Keisa writes about her experiences as a single parent making ends meet in the hopes that her story will help others navigate this challenging terrain and better manage stress. Find out more about Keisa on Instagram @singlemomdamncity and read her blog, Single Mom. Damn City. at www.facebook.com/singlemomdamncity

In this episode, Keisa Parrish shares her stories of working as a dancer, artist, and fitness teacher in New York City while raising a child. Keisa writes about her experiences as a single parent making ends meet in the hopes that her story will help others navigate this challenging terrain and better manage stress. Find out more about Keisa on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/singlemomdamncity/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@singlemomdamncity</a> and read her blog, Single Mom. Damn City. at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/singlemomdamncity/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/singlemomdamncity</a>

Ep 024: Keisa Parrish | Dancer, Teacher, Mom in the City

Joe Miller

Joe has a passion for teaching how the body works. He currently teaches yoga classes in New York City, offers private sessions, and teaches anatomy and physiology courses around the country and worldwide. A lifelong interest in biology and anatomy led Joe to study with several yoga anatomy teachers, and eventually to a master’s degree in applied physiology from Columbia University. He is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais® Practitioner and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the NSCA. He writes extensively about yoga, anatomy, physiology and health on social media and for popular websites and publications.Find out more about Joe at joemilleryoga.com and on Instagram @joemilleryogaHis 60-hour Functional Anatomy and Physiology for Yoga course at Now Yoga begins in January, 2019.

Joe has a passion for teaching how the body works. He currently teaches yoga classes in New York City, offers private sessions, and teaches anatomy and physiology courses around the country and worldwide. A lifelong interest in biology and anatomy led Joe to study with several yoga anatomy teachers, and eventually to a master’s degree in applied physiology from Columbia University. He is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais® Practitioner and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the NSCA. He writes extensively about yoga, anatomy, physiology and health on social media and for popular websites and publications. Find out more about Joe at <a href="http://joemilleryoga.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">joemilleryoga.com</a> and on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/joemilleryoga/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@joemilleryoga</a> His 60-hour <a href="https://nowyogany.com/teacher-training/anatomy-studies/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Functional Anatomy and Physiology for Yoga</a> course at Now Yoga begins in January, 2019.

Ep 023: Joe Miller | Programming and Variability in Movement Practice

Christine Festa

After spending over a decade in corporate sales, Christine dropped everything to become a full time yoga teacher and business coach. She uses her vast business knowledge &amp; experience to coach other teachers on how to build a sustainable and profitable yoga business. Her techniques are proven because she used them herself to build a successful yoga business in South FL that is still flourishing today.Follow Christine on Instagram @movementyogaFind out more about her business coaching by visiting her website or click here to join her mailing list. 

After spending over a decade in corporate sales, Christine dropped everything to become a full time yoga teacher and business coach. She uses her vast business knowledge &amp; experience to coach other teachers on how to build a sustainable and profitable yoga business. Her techniques are proven because she used them herself to build a successful yoga business in South FL that is still flourishing today. Follow Christine on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movementyoga/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movementyoga</a> Find out more about her business coaching by <a href="https://movement.yoga/shop/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">visiting her website</a> or <a href="https://mailchi.mp/4c565f1f221d/yogateachermailinglist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here to join her mailing list</a>.

Ep 022: Christine Festa | Sustainable Business for Yoga Teachers

Sangeeta Vallabhan

Sangeeta Vallabhan has been teaching yoga for over fifteen years in New York and around the world. She enjoys training new teachers, which she's been doing since 2009. Sangeeta currently teaches classes and trainings at Yogavida NYC. Her trauma informed yoga training, solemarch, was presented at Yogavida in July and will run again at The Yoga Loft in Bethlehem, PA in November. Be sure to read her piece, What It's Like Being an Indian-American Yoga Teacher, and collaboration with Rumya Putcha, Are You Traveling to India for the Right Reasons?Find out more about Sangeeta at sangeetavallabhan.com

Sangeeta Vallabhan has been teaching yoga for over fifteen years in New York and around the world. She enjoys training new teachers, which she's been doing since 2009. Sangeeta currently teaches classes and trainings at Yogavida NYC. Her trauma informed yoga training, solemarch, was presented at Yogavida in July and will run again at <a href="http://sangeetavallabhan.com/trainings" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Yoga Loft in Bethlehem, PA in November</a>. Be sure to read her piece, <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/teach/indian-american-yoga-teacher?fbclid=IwAR0-HNlO9FXNVNLYeSj7wSgcz-xzMGR2mHERw7Ck2XGWlvHVYqM25s2jVTc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What It's Like Being an Indian-American Yoga Teacher</a>, and collaboration with Rumya Putcha, <a href="https://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/yoga-colonialism-and-india?fbclid=IwAR0EO4pmYZc4oIqVaP4beY_7t9K6_OCw06iXgQGIyP5fid_-qnnn4bUnFmk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Are You Traveling to India for the Right Reasons?</a>Find out more about Sangeeta at <a href="http://sangeetavallabhan.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sangeetavallabhan.com</a>

Ep 021: Sangeeta Vallabhan | A Yogic Perspective on Trauma, Race, and Travel

Anita Goa

Anita grew up in Norway but spent 20+ years in New York as a Yoga and Fitness Instructor. Anita started her YouTube channel ‘Anita Goa TV’ in 2010 to extend her love of yoga, fitness and life philosophy to serve people all over the world. Over the years she has developed a love for the Moon and started to design her yoga practices around the moon phases. Presently she is writing a Moon Phase Yoga, Fitness WellBeing Book.For the last 5 years Anita has lived in London with her husband, Sanjay and 11 yr old son, Lars. Find out more about Anita at anitagoa.com and on her YouTube channel.

Anita grew up in Norway but spent 20+ years in New York as a Yoga and Fitness Instructor. Anita started her YouTube channel ‘Anita Goa TV’ in 2010 to extend her love of yoga, fitness and life philosophy to serve people all over the world. Over the years she has developed a love for the Moon and started to design her yoga practices around the moon phases. Presently she is writing a Moon Phase Yoga, Fitness WellBeing Book. For the last 5 years Anita has lived in London with her husband, Sanjay and 11 yr old son, Lars. Find out more about Anita at <a href="http://anitagoa.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anitagoa.com</a> and on her <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKAZRryU0PmYvdZNve3BiaA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube channel</a>.

Ep 020: Anita Goa | Following Your Own Flow

Susan”Lip” Orem began practicing yoga when the thrill of bench aerobics was gone. Her first teachers were Sharon Gannon, Dana Flynn and Cyndi Lee. Her checkered past as a dancer in Las Vegas revues, Off Broadway actress, Ringling Brothers clown and sign language interpreter left her no choice but to teach yoga. She was too old to be a cowgirl or an astronaut. She was first certified by Cyndi Lee before there was an OM Yoga. She has been a student of Rodney Yee since 1996 and continues to be inspired by his teaching. She is honored to be part of the teaching staff of Yoga Shanti NY. Here in NYC Genny Kapuler , Rodney Yee and Carrie Owerko keep Lip’s feet steady on the path. The most influential teachers have been all the students willing to take this trip with her. Susan “Lip” is grateful every day that what she does is what she loves. Learn more at heathenhillyoga.net

Susan”Lip” Orem began practicing yoga when the thrill of bench aerobics was gone. Her first teachers were Sharon Gannon, Dana Flynn and Cyndi Lee. Her checkered past as a dancer in Las Vegas revues, Off Broadway actress, Ringling Brothers clown and sign language interpreter left her no choice but to teach yoga. She was too old to be a cowgirl or an astronaut. She was first certified by Cyndi Lee before there was an OM Yoga. She has been a student of Rodney Yee since 1996 and continues to be inspired by his teaching. She is honored to be part of the teaching staff of Yoga Shanti NY. Here in NYC Genny Kapuler , Rodney Yee and Carrie Owerko keep Lip’s feet steady on the path. The most influential teachers have been all the students willing to take this trip with her. Susan “Lip” is grateful every day that what she does is what she loves. Learn more at <a href="https://heathenhillyoga.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">heathenhillyoga.net</a>

Ep 019: Susan "Lip" Orem | A Double Life: Heathen Hill Yoga and New York City

Carrie Owerko

Carrie Owerko has been teaching yoga and exploring the relationship between body, breath, and mind for several years. She holds a Senior Intermediate Iyengar teaching credential, is a certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) and Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms).Before studying yoga, Carrie earned a BFA in Dance and Theater and became a Movement Analyst (CMA) from The Laban Institute in NYC. She has spent years enthusiastically exploring human movement with the intention of helping people develop clearer, more fully embodied communication and expression.Curiosity, openness, and affection are of the utmost importance in her approach to Iyengar Yoga, as is the integration of science, yoga philosophy, and the poetic imagination in the yoga practice. Find out more at carrieowerko.com

Carrie Owerko has been teaching yoga and exploring the relationship between body, breath, and mind for several years. She holds a Senior Intermediate Iyengar teaching credential, is a certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) and Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms). Before studying yoga, Carrie earned a BFA in Dance and Theater and became a Movement Analyst (CMA) from The Laban Institute in NYC. She has spent years enthusiastically exploring human movement with the intention of helping people develop clearer, more fully embodied communication and expression. Curiosity, openness, and affection are of the utmost importance in her approach to Iyengar Yoga, as is the integration of science, yoga philosophy, and the poetic imagination in the yoga practice. Find out more at <a href="http://www.carrieowerko.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">carrieowerko.com</a>

Ep 018: Carrie Owerko | The "Yes, and..." Approach to Movement and Play

Markella Los is a yoga and movement teacher and teacher trainer based in Brooklyn, NY. She is certified in the YogaWorks, Yoga Tune Up® and Trauma-Conscious Yoga methods and as a FRC Mobility Specialist. Find out more at markellalos.com

Markella Los is a yoga and movement teacher and teacher trainer based in Brooklyn, NY. She is certified in the YogaWorks, Yoga Tune Up® and Trauma-Conscious Yoga methods and as a FRC Mobility Specialist. Find out more at <a href="http://markellalos.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">markellalos.com</a>

Ep 017: Markella Los | Student-Teacher Relationships: A Way Forward in the Post-Guru Era

Laurel Beversdorf

Laurel is a yoga teacher and teacher trainer in New York City. She is an outside the box thinker, innovative movement practitioner, and skilled educator. Find out more about Laurel at laurelbeversdorf.com

Laurel is a yoga teacher and teacher trainer in New York City. She is an outside the box thinker, innovative movement practitioner, and skilled educator. Find out more about Laurel at <a href="http://laurelbeversdorf.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">laurelbeversdorf.com</a>

Ep 016: Laurel Beversdorf | Fluent in the Language of Kinesiology

Sarah Girard

Born and raised in Venice Beach, California, and after traveling around the world, Sarah now lives in Brooklyn, New York. Being a cancer survivor, artist and food lover she incorporates resiliency, courage and humor in her on-going group, corporate and private yoga classes. Her writings have been published for Yoga City NYC, Prevention Magazine, Self and Furthermore.  As an educator she is always learning and celebrates the challenges we greet in our daily lives. Find Sarah at sarahgirardyoga.com and on Instagram @sarahgirardyoga.

Born and raised in Venice Beach, California, and after traveling around the world, Sarah now lives in Brooklyn, New York. Being a cancer survivor, artist and food lover she incorporates resiliency, courage and humor in her on-going group, corporate and private yoga classes. Her writings have been published for Yoga City NYC, Prevention Magazine, Self and Furthermore.  As an educator she is always learning and celebrates the challenges we greet in our daily lives. Find Sarah at <a href="https://www.sarahgirardyoga.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sarahgirardyoga.com</a> and on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sarahgirardyoga/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sarahgirardyoga</a>.

Ep 015: Sarah Girard | Breath, Voice, and Bicoastal Vibes

Caitlin always brings interesting and new insights when it comes to discussing the body, mind and spirit. And always from a knowledgeable and or inquisitive side. Her guests are just as demanding when it comes to facts and have great opinions that you may not have heard before. Highly recommended.

Excellent insights!

Caitlin is thoughtful, great at listening and lovely to listen to. 🙏🏽

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John Ford

John Ford teaches Kinstretch, TRX, and yoga in New York City. Find out more about John on Instagram @know.body.move

John Ford teaches Kinstretch, TRX, and yoga in New York City. Find out more about John on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/know.body.move/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@know.body.move</a>

Ep 003: John Ford | FRC, Kinstretch, and Being Brilliant at the Basics

Diana Zotos

Diana Zotos Florio is a Physical Therapist and Yoga Teacher. She received her Masters in Physical Therapy at Hunter College and has attended numerous post-graduate continuing education courses. She enjoys teaching about Yoga and Physical therapy and has been an adjunct professor and researcher at Hunter College and Columbia University.Diana is co-creator of Threes Physiyoga Method, committed to delivering premium quality education to yoga teachers, practitioners, and physical therapists.Find out more at dianazotos.com and threesphysiyoga.com

Diana Zotos Florio is a Physical Therapist and Yoga Teacher. She received her Masters in Physical Therapy at Hunter College and has attended numerous post-graduate continuing education courses. She enjoys teaching about Yoga and Physical therapy and has been an adjunct professor and researcher at Hunter College and Columbia University. Diana is co-creator of Threes Physiyoga Method, committed to delivering premium quality education to yoga teachers, practitioners, and physical therapists. Find out more at <a href="http://www.dianazotos.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dianazotos.com</a> and <a href="https://threesphysiyoga.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">threesphysiyoga.com</a>

Ep 010: Diana Zotos Florio | Physical Therapy and Yoga

Trina Altman

Trina Altman is the creator of Yoga Deconstructed® and Pilates Deconstructed®, which take an interdisciplinary approach to foster an embodied understanding of yoga and Pilates and their relationship to modern movement science. In this episode, we discuss strategies for bringing variety into movement practice, and the importance of in person social interaction.Find out more about Trina at trinaaltman.com, check out her Yoga Deconstructed® online course, and new book, Yoga Deconstructed®: Transitioning from rehabilitation back into the yoga studio.

Trina Altman is the creator of Yoga Deconstructed® and Pilates Deconstructed®, which take an interdisciplinary approach to foster an embodied understanding of yoga and Pilates and their relationship to modern movement science. In this episode, we discuss strategies for bringing variety into movement practice, and the importance of in person social interaction. Find out more about Trina at <a href="https://trinaaltman.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">trinaaltman.com</a>, check out her <a href="https://trinaaltman.com/yoga-deconstructed-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yoga Deconstructed® online course</a>, and new book, <a href="https://www.handspringpublishing.com/product/yoga-deconstructed-transitioning-rehabilitation-back-yoga-studio/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yoga Deconstructed®: Transitioning from rehabilitation back into the yoga studio</a>.

Ep 008: Trina Altman | Variety in Practice and Social Interaction Through Movement

Mike Ramos

Mike Ramos is a Trainer, US Marine and the founder of MVNG.project. He runs meetup groups around New York City that use the lessons learned through an interdisciplinary movement practice and applies them to other aspects of life.Find Mike on Instagram @mvng.project or his website mvngproject.com

Mike Ramos is a Trainer, US Marine and the founder of MVNG.project. He runs meetup groups around New York City that use the lessons learned through an interdisciplinary movement practice and applies them to other aspects of life. Find Mike on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mvng.project/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mvng.project</a> or his website <a href="https://www.mvngproject.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mvngproject.com</a>

Ep 011: Mike Ramos | Wild Curiosity 

Hedy Iankelevich

Hedy is a yoga teacher, Franklin Method Movement Educator, anatomy enthusiast, embodied mover, and mindfulness practitioner. She specializes in working with people new to yoga, 'golden agers', and people seeking an intelligent movement practice. She is also now working with pregnant women through all stages of their beautiful journey.Find out more about Hedy on her website, or at her home studio Reflections Yoga.

Hedy is a yoga teacher, Franklin Method Movement Educator, anatomy enthusiast, embodied mover, and mindfulness practitioner. She specializes in working with people new to yoga, 'golden agers', and people seeking an intelligent movement practice. She is also now working with pregnant women through all stages of their beautiful journey. Find out more about Hedy <a href="http://movementandyoga.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">on her website</a>, or at her home studio <a href="https://www.reflectionsyoga.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reflections Yoga</a>.

Ep 009: Hedy Iankelevich | Movement for All Stages of Life

Stefanie Zitö

Stefanie is a Pittsburgh-based maker, mover, and mama. She primarily shares yoga classes with inventive and playful uses of props, but also teaches hooping as a dynamic movement modality. Although Stefanie primarily earns a living as a movement educator, she identifies first as a maker. Her background is in studio art, and I she enjoys exploring a host of different mediums, primarily painting and fiber arts. Stefanie lives in the east end of Pittsburgh with her husband, Jonathan, their son, Harvey, and their two Scottie dogs, Penny and Dooley.Find her at stefaniezito.com and on Instagram @stefanie_zito

Stefanie is a Pittsburgh-based maker, mover, and mama. She primarily shares yoga classes with inventive and playful uses of props, but also teaches hooping as a dynamic movement modality. Although Stefanie primarily earns a living as a movement educator, she identifies first as a maker. Her background is in studio art, and I she enjoys exploring a host of different mediums, primarily painting and fiber arts. Stefanie lives in the east end of Pittsburgh with her husband, Jonathan, their son, Harvey, and their two Scottie dogs, Penny and Dooley. Find her at <a href="http://stefaniezito.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stefaniezito.com</a> and on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stefanie_zito/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@stefanie_zito</a>

Ep 012: Stefanie Zitö | Creative Process and Embodied Movement—Structure, Improvisation, Tempo

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Aziz’s life has been a story of chance – and choice. As Michael pieces together Aziz’s journey from Sudan to Manus, he realises Aziz has been searching for a safe place for about eight years. So what gives him the ability, and the energy, to speak out? How has Aziz fought for so long, and what makes him want to be ‘the messenger’? ‘I’m pretending like I’m really happy, and laugh, and you know, smiling on the phones and doing stuff like that – so they feel like, “Oh, my son is really living in a good environment”. So they think like that, but the opposite is the truth.’ Aziz  Aziz tells Michael, ‘I have got some people ...waiting for me. They love me, they want me to be with them.’ Haltingly, and sometimes with great difficulty, Aziz starts to share stories about his home, the family that he longs to see, and why he fled. Looking to find out more, Michael speaks to Sudan expert Anne Bartlett about the current situation there. As Aziz shares snapshots from his past, Anne talks Michael through the conflict in Sudan, which, despite leaving the headlines long ago, continues to unfold. Michael worries that he’s adding to Aziz’s trauma by digging up painful memories – ever aware of how hard it is to have these kinds of conversations in short, overlapping messages, without the benefit of reading someone’s signals face to face. Meanwhile, Aziz weighs up how much to tell his family about Manus, and explains to Michael why he’s sometimes tortured by regret. Warning: This episode of The Messenger includes graphic content and mentions self-harm. If you or someone you know needs help, you can contact one of Australia’s national 24/7 crisis services such as Lifeline on 13 11 14 or at lifeline.org.au, or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. Transcript Download a PDF transcript of this episode here. In this episode  Abdul Aziz Muhamat Michael Green Associate Professor Anne Bartlett, University of New South Wales, President of the Sudan Studies Association  Our theme music was composed by Raya Slavin. Music used in this episode includes: 'Blue Milk' by Stereolab, 'Up the Box' by Andy Stott, 'Feld' by To Rococo Rot, 'Firefly' and 'Four-Day Interval' by Tortoise, 'Cutting Branches for a Temporary Shelter' by Penguin Cafe Orchestra, 'Ending' by Kazumasa Hashimoto, 'Remedios the Beauty' by Oren Ambarchi, 'Lazyboat' and 'Vostok' by Triosk, 'Passages' by Bowery Electric, 'Self Seal Mishap' by Tennis and 'Ba Ba' by Sigur Rós. More information The Messenger is a co-production of Behind the Wire and the Wheeler Centre. It’s produced by Michael Green, André Dao, Hannah Reich and Bec Fary, with Jon Tjhia and Sophie Black at the Wheeler Centre.Narration by Michael Green. With reporting by Abdul Aziz Muhamat. Additional fact checking by the Guardian's Ben Doherty; transcription by Claire McGregor, Victoria Grey, Camilla Chapman, Lena Lettau and many more​. This episode was edited and mixed by Bec Fary and Jon Tjhia. Thank you Dana Affleck, Angelica Neville and Sienna Merope. Also to Cameron Ford and Heidi Pett, and to Behind the Wire’s many participants and volunteers. Behind the Wire is supported by the Bertha Foundation.

The Messenger

Aziz’s life has been a story of chance – and choice. As Michael pieces together Aziz’s journey from Sudan to Manus, he realises Aziz has been searching for a safe place for about eight years. So what gives him the ability, and the energy, to speak out? How has Aziz fought for so long, and what makes him want to be ‘the messenger’? <blockquote>‘I’m pretending like I’m really happy, and laugh, and you know, smiling on the phones and doing stuff like that – so they feel like, “Oh, my son is really living in a good environment”. So they think like that, but the opposite is the truth.’</blockquote> Aziz Aziz tells Michael, ‘I have got some people ...waiting for me. They love me, they want me to be with them.’ Haltingly, and sometimes with great difficulty, Aziz starts to share stories about his home, the family that he longs to see, and why he fled. Looking to find out more, Michael speaks to Sudan expert Anne Bartlett about the current situation there. As Aziz shares snapshots from his past, Anne talks Michael through the conflict in Sudan, which, despite leaving the headlines long ago, continues to unfold. Michael worries that he’s adding to Aziz’s trauma by digging up painful memories – ever aware of how hard it is to have these kinds of conversations in short, overlapping messages, without the benefit of reading someone’s signals face to face. Meanwhile, Aziz weighs up how much to tell his family about Manus, and explains to Michael why he’s sometimes tortured by regret. Warning: This episode of The Messenger includes graphic content and mentions self-harm. If you or someone you know needs help, you can contact one of Australia’s national 24/7 crisis services such as Lifeline on 13 11 14 or at <a href="http://lifeline.org.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeline.org.au</a>, or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. <h1>Transcript</h1> Download a PDF transcript of this episode <a href="https://track.wheelercentre.com/event?target=http%3A%2F%2Fwheeler-centre-heracles.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fwheeler-centre%2Fassets%2F32%2Fc60ef0f06611e68deecd8a9eb8f0a6%2F2017-02-10-The-Messenger-Episode-3-Transcript.pdf&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwheeler-centre-heracles.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fwheeler-centre%2Fassets%2F32%2Fc60ef0f06611e68deecd8a9eb8f0a6%2F2017-02-10-The-Messenger-Episode-3-Transcript.pdf&amp;title=2017+02+10+The+Messenger+Episode+3+Transcript.pdf&amp;path=%2Fwheeler-centre%2Fassets%2F32%2Fc60ef0f06611e68deecd8a9eb8f0a6%2F2017-02-10-The-Messenger-Episode-3-Transcript.pdf&amp;category=asset&amp;action=download&amp;label=http%3A%2F%2Fwheeler-centre-heracles.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fwheeler-centre%2Fassets%2F32%2Fc60ef0f06611e68deecd8a9eb8f0a6%2F2017-02-10-The-Messenger-Episode-3-Transcript.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h1>In this episode</h1> <ul> <li>Abdul Aziz Muhamat</li> <li>Michael Green</li> <li>Associate Professor Anne Bartlett, University of New South Wales, President of the Sudan Studies Association</li> </ul> Our theme music was composed by Raya Slavin. Music used in this episode includes: 'Blue Milk' by Stereolab, 'Up the Box' by Andy Stott, 'Feld' by To Rococo Rot, 'Firefly' and 'Four-Day Interval' by Tortoise, 'Cutting Branches for a Temporary Shelter' by Penguin Cafe Orchestra, 'Ending' by Kazumasa Hashimoto, 'Remedios the Beauty' by Oren Ambarchi, 'Lazyboat' and 'Vostok' by Triosk, 'Passages' by Bowery Electric, 'Self Seal Mishap' by Tennis and 'Ba Ba' by Sigur Rós. <h1>More information</h1> The Messenger is a co-production of Behind the Wire and the Wheeler Centre. It’s produced by Michael Green, André Dao, Hannah Reich and Bec Fary, with Jon Tjhia and Sophie Black at the Wheeler Centre. Narration by Michael Green. With reporting by Abdul Aziz Muhamat. Additional fact checking by the Guardian's Ben Doherty; transcription by Claire McGregor, Victoria Grey, Camilla Chapman, Lena Lettau and many more​. This episode was edited and mixed by Bec Fary and Jon Tjhia. <h1>Thank you</h1> Dana Affleck, Angelica Neville and Sienna Merope. Also to Cameron Ford and Heidi Pett, and to Behind the Wire’s many participants and volunteers. Behind the Wire is supported by the Bertha Foundation.

#3 I Have Got Some People Waiting For Me

Jocko Willink (@jockowillink) is one of the scariest human beings imaginable. He is a lean 230 pounds. He is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu expert who used to tap out 20 Navy SEALs per workout. He is a legend in the Special Operations world. His eyes look through you more than at you. He rarely does interviews, if ever. But a few weeks ago, Jocko ended up staying at my house and we had a caffeinated mind meld. Here's some background... Jocko enlisted in the Navy after high school and spent 20 years in the SEAL Teams, first as an enlisted SEAL operator and then as a SEAL officer. During his second tour in Iraq, he led SEAL Task Unit Bruiser in the Battle of Ramadi--some of the toughest and sustained combat in the SEAL Teams since Vietnam. Under his leadership, Task Unit Bruiser became the most highly decorated Special Operations Unit of the entire war in Iraq and helped bring stability to Ramadi. Jocko was awarded the Bronze Star and a Silver Star. Upon returning to the United States, Jocko served as the Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams, designing and implementing some of the most challenging and realistic combat training in the world. So why is Jocko opening up? Well, in part, we have mutual friends. Second, he is the co-author of an incredible new book — Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win -- which I've been loving. Trust me. Buy it. This is his first mainstream interview and one you won't want to miss. Show notes and links for this episode can be found at www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast. This podcast is brought to you by Wealthfront. Wealthfront is a massively disruptive (in a good way) set-it-and-forget-it investing service, led by technologists from places like Apple and world-famous investors. It has exploded in popularity in the last 2 years, and now has more than $2.5B under management. In fact, some of my good investor friends in Silicon Valley have millions of their own money in Wealthfront. Why? Because you can get services previously limited to the ultra-wealthy and only pay pennies on the dollar for them, and it’s all through smarter software instead of retail locations and bloated sales teams Check out wealthfront.com/tim, take their risk assessment quiz, which only takes 2-5 minutes, and they’ll show you—for free–exactly the portfolio they’d put you in. If you want to just take their advice and do it yourself, you can. Or, as I would, you can set it and forget it. Well worth a few minutes: wealthfront.com/tim. Mandatory disclaimer: Wealthfront Inc. is an SEC registered Investment Advisor. Investing in securities involves risks, and there is the possibility of losing money. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Please visit Wealthfront dot com to read their full disclosure. This podcast is also brought to you by 99Designs, the world’s largest marketplace of graphic designers. Did you know I used 99Designs to rapid prototype the cover for The 4-Hour Body? Here are some of the impressive results. Click this link and get a free $99 upgrade. Give it a test run... ***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews!For show notes and past guests, please visit tim.blog/podcast.Sign up for Tim’s email newsletter (“5-Bullet Friday”) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Visit tim.blog/sponsor and fill out the form.Discover Tim’s books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss YouTube: youtube.com/timferriss

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Jocko Willink (@jockowillink) is one of the scariest human beings imaginable. He is a lean 230 pounds. He is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu expert who used to tap out 20 Navy SEALs per workout. He is a legend in the Special Operations world. His eyes look through you more than at you. He rarely does interviews, if ever. But a few weeks ago, Jocko ended up staying at my house and we had a caffeinated mind meld. Here's some background... Jocko enlisted in the Navy after high school and spent 20 years in the SEAL Teams, first as an enlisted SEAL operator and then as a SEAL officer. During his second tour in Iraq, he led SEAL Task Unit Bruiser in the Battle of Ramadi--some of the toughest and sustained combat in the SEAL Teams since Vietnam. Under his leadership, Task Unit Bruiser became the most highly decorated Special Operations Unit of the entire war in Iraq and helped bring stability to Ramadi. Jocko was awarded the Bronze Star and a Silver Star. Upon returning to the United States, Jocko served as the Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams, designing and implementing some of the most challenging and realistic combat training in the world. So why is Jocko opening up? Well, in part, we have mutual friends. Second, he is the co-author of an incredible new book — Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win -- which I've been loving. Trust me. Buy it. This is his first mainstream interview and one you won't want to miss. Show notes and links for this episode can be found at <a href="http://www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast</a>. This podcast is brought to you by Wealthfront. Wealthfront is a massively disruptive (in a good way) set-it-and-forget-it investing service, led by technologists from places like Apple and world-famous investors. It has exploded in popularity in the last 2 years, and now has more than $2.5B under management. In fact, some of my good investor friends in Silicon Valley have millions of their own money in Wealthfront. Why? Because you can get services previously limited to the ultra-wealthy and only pay pennies on the dollar for them, and it’s all through smarter software instead of retail locations and bloated sales teams Check out <a href="http://wealthfront.com/tim" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wealthfront.com/tim</a>, take their risk assessment quiz, which only takes 2-5 minutes, and they’ll show you—for free–exactly the portfolio they’d put you in. If you want to just take their advice and do it yourself, you can. Or, as I would, you can set it and forget it. Well worth a few minutes: <a href="http://wealthfront.com/tim" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wealthfront.com/tim</a>. Mandatory disclaimer: Wealthfront Inc. is an SEC registered Investment Advisor. Investing in securities involves risks, and there is the possibility of losing money. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Please visit Wealthfront dot com to read their full disclosure. This podcast is also brought to you by 99Designs, the world’s largest marketplace of graphic designers. Did you know I used 99Designs to rapid prototype the cover for The 4-Hour Body? Here are some of the impressive results. Click this link and get a free $99 upgrade. Give it a test run... ***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tim-ferriss-show/id863897795?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts</a>/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews!For show notes and past guests, please visit <a href="https://tim.blog/podcast/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-description" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/podcast</a>.Sign up for Tim’s email newsletter (“5-Bullet Friday”) at <a href="https://go.tim.blog/5-bullet-friday-1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/friday</a>.For transcripts of episodes, go to <a href="http://tim.blog/transcripts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/transcripts</a>.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Visit <a href="http://tim.blog/sponsor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/sponsor</a> and fill out the form.Discover Tim’s books: <a href="http://tim.blog/books" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/books</a>.Follow Tim:Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/tferriss" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitter.com/tferriss</a> Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/timferriss/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/timferriss</a>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TimFerriss/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/timferriss</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/timferriss" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/timferriss</a>

#107: The Scariest Navy SEAL I've Ever Met...And What He Taught Me

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During the 1960s the field of psychology focussed on the science of how past trauma creates present symptoms, and how to reduce people’s misery. Professor Martin Seligman wanted to change that focus. He’s become known as the Father of Positive Psychology, and he’s had a profound influence worldwide. In Part 1 of our 2 programs with Martin Seligman, hear him address an exclusive audience in Australia on happiness and human flourishing.

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Journaling is a bit of a buzzword in the productivity space, but with good reason. And in this episode, Mike and Brooks explain why it’s so important. They dive into the many benefits of journaling, and share 5 tips for making journaling actionable and effective. They explain how to implement a journaling habit, recommend some different tools and apps you can use, and explain how to make the habit stick. If you’ve never understood why you should journal or you have trouble doing it consistently, then this episode is for you. Get Podcast UpdatesDo you want to get an email with shownotes each time a podcast goes live? Then let us know where to send the updates by entering your first name and email.  Cheat Sheet  Why there’s a stigma associated with journaling (and why’s it isn’t true) [1:39] The benefits that come from pairing journaling and meditation [5:13] How journaling increases your mindfulness [7:53] The ways that journaling actually increases the likelihood that you will actually achieve your goals [9:55] How journaling strengthens self-discipline and improves communication skills [14:15] Why many people do something called “morning pages” and how it sets their day up for success [18:24] Why you don’t need to take a long time each day to journal (it’s the consistency that counts) [20:27] Why it is so important to keep your journal positive [24:09] The benefits of keeping a gratitude journal and how it impacts your outlook on your life [26:07] Why it is important to see the gains you’ve made by reviewing your journal [32:17] How to use journaling to identify pain points in your life so you can fix and solve them [36:38] AE recommendations for digital journals and apps you can use [38:38] Why you might want to use an analog journal and the benefits of pen and paper [48:42] Why it is so important for you to pick a time to journal that works for you and stick to it [55:03] Using automation and prompts to make journaling more efficient [58:24] 5 tips to make the most of your journaling experience [1:04:56] Why you should review your journal on a regular basis [1:06:19]  Links  SELF Journal TPS2: How to Get Started with Journaling TPS69: Journaling w/ Kendra Wright How to Take Massive Action on Your Goals by Implementing the 12 Week Year Effectively (TPS138) The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months 10% Happier by Dan Harris Huffington Post “10 Surprising Benefits You’ll Get From Keeping a Journal” Moodnotes Day One The Five Minute Journal TextExpander Evernote Launch Center Pro Journey app Baron Fig notebooks Field Notes Moleskine Rhodia notebook Bullet Journal Miracle Morning  If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCast or your favorite podcast player. It’s easy, you’ll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure. You can also leave a review! Here’s how. 

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Journaling is a bit of a buzzword in the productivity space, but with good reason. And in this episode, Mike and Brooks explain why it’s so important. They dive into the many benefits of journaling, and share 5 tips for making journaling actionable and effective. They explain how to implement a journaling habit, recommend some different tools and apps you can use, and explain how to make the habit stick. If you’ve never understood why you should journal or you have trouble doing it consistently, then this episode is for you. <h2>Get Podcast Updates</h2>Do you want to get an email with shownotes each time a podcast goes live? Then let us know where to send the updates by entering your first name and email. <h2>Cheat Sheet</h2> <ul> <li>Why there’s a stigma associated with journaling (and why’s it isn’t true) [1:39]</li> <li>The benefits that come from pairing journaling and meditation [5:13]</li> <li>How journaling increases your mindfulness [7:53]</li> <li>The ways that journaling actually increases the likelihood that you will actually achieve your goals [9:55]</li> <li>How journaling strengthens self-discipline and improves communication skills [14:15]</li> <li>Why many people do something called “morning pages” and how it sets their day up for success [18:24]</li> <li>Why you don’t need to take a long time each day to journal (it’s the consistency that counts) [20:27]</li> <li>Why it is so important to keep your journal positive [24:09]</li> <li>The benefits of keeping a gratitude journal and how it impacts your outlook on your life [26:07]</li> <li>Why it is important to see the gains you’ve made by reviewing your journal [32:17]</li> <li>How to use journaling to identify pain points in your life so you can fix and solve them [36:38]</li> <li>AE recommendations for digital journals and apps you can use [38:38]</li> <li>Why you might want to use an analog journal and the benefits of pen and paper [48:42]</li> <li>Why it is so important for you to pick a time to journal that works for you and stick to it [55:03]</li> <li>Using automation and prompts to make journaling more efficient [58:24]</li> <li>5 tips to make the most of your journaling experience [1:04:56]</li> <li>Why you should review your journal on a regular basis [1:06:19]</li> </ul> <h2>Links</h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://bestself.co/products/self-journal" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">SELF Journal</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/podcast/002-journaling/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">TPS2: How to Get Started with Journaling</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/podcast/069-kendra-wright/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">TPS69: Journaling w/ Kendra Wright</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/podcast/138-12-week-year/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">How to Take Massive Action on Your Goals by Implementing the 12 Week Year Effectively (TPS138)</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/12-week-year/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/10-percent-happier/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">10% Happier by Dan Harris</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.com/thai-nguyen/benefits-of-journaling-_b_6648884.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Huffington Post “10 Surprising Benefits You’ll Get From Keeping a Journal”</a></li> <li><a href="https://moodnotes.thriveport.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Moodnotes</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/day-one/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Day One</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.intelligentchange.com/products/the-five-minute-journal" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Five Minute Journal</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/textexpander/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">TextExpander</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/evernote/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Evernote</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/launch-center-pro/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Launch Center Pro</a></li> <li><a href="https://2appstudio.com/journey/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Journey app</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.baronfig.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Baron Fig notebooks</a></li> <li><a href="https://fieldnotesbrand.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Field Notes</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/moleskine-plain-notebook-large/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Moleskine</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/rhodia-dotgrid-notebook/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rhodia notebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/bullet-journal/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Bullet Journal</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/miracle-morning-book/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Miracle Morning</a></li> </ul> If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCast or your favorite podcast player. 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