The Art of Aging Mindfully

In this insightful episode of "The Art of Aging Mindfully" podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Joseph Antoun, a renowned physician and CEO of L-Nutra. Our conversation delved into the fascinating world of fasting and nutrition, particularly focusing on the Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) and its profound implications for longevity and health.Episode Highlights:Exploring the Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD):Dr. Antoun explained the science behind the Fasting Mimicking Diet, a unique dietary approach that mimics the benefits of fasting while still allowing for food intake. We discussed how FMD can promote cellular regeneration, improve metabolic health, and enhance overall well-being.Dispelling Myths About Protein Intake:We tackled common misconceptions about the right amount of protein necessary for longevity. Dr. Antoun provided evidence-based insights on how to balance protein consumption to support muscle maintenance and longevity without overloading the body.Scientific Benefits of a 5-Day Fasting Protocol:Dr. Antoun shared compelling research comparing the benefits of a 5-day Fasting Mimicking Diet versus traditional water fasting. We explored how FMD can provide similar benefits to water fasting, such as improved metabolic markers and cellular rejuvenation, while being more accessible and sustainable for most people.Practical Tips for Implementing FMD:We discussed practical tips for those interested in trying the Fasting Mimicking Diet, including how to prepare, what to expect, and how to maximize the benefits of this innovative approach to fasting.Key Takeaways:The Fasting Mimicking Diet offers a groundbreaking way to harness the benefits of fasting while still enjoying food.Proper protein intake is crucial for longevity, and it's important to find the right balance.Scientific studies show that the FMD can be as effective as water fasting for improving health markers, making it a viable alternative for many people.Resources Mentioned:L-Nutra https://l-nutra.com/ProLon® Fasting Mimicking Diethttps://prolonlife.com/Join us for this enlightening conversation and learn how you can incorporate these cutting-edge strategies into your own journey toward mindful aging and optimal health.Subscribe & Follow:Instagram: @TheArtOfAgingMindfullyTO SUPPORT THE ART OF AGING MINDFULNESS PODCAST:patreon.com/jaisugrimTo Train with Jai in Yogic Conditioning Longevity Classes:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/online-classes/If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with others who might benefit from these insights!

Episode 71 of The Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast, dials in a brilliant, classical teaching on Non-Attachment. The koan "When you meet the Buddha on the road, kill him" is attributed to the 9th-century Chinese Zen master Linji. Linji was a prominent figure in the Zen tradition, known for his unconventional and direct teaching methods. This particular koan exemplifies his approach, which aimed to jolt students out of their habitual patterns of thought and push them toward direct realization. By presenting paradoxical and provocative statements, Linji sought to help his students transcend intellectual understanding and experience deeper spiritual insight.The significance of this koan lies in its emphasis on severing attachments to spiritual teachers and external representations of enlightenment. It urges practitioners to recognize that true spiritual awakening cannot be found through clinging to teachers, doctrines, or any fixed concepts. Instead, it highlights the importance of self-reliance and personal experience on the spiritual path. By metaphorically "killing" the Buddha, practitioners are encouraged to let go of external dependencies and cultivate an independent, direct experience of enlightenment. This process is essential for achieving true spiritual independence and realizing the ultimate nature of reality.TO SUPPORT THE ART OF AGING MINDFULNESS PODCAST:patreon.com/jaisugrimTo Train with Jai in Yogic Conditioning Longevity Classes:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/online-classes/To get your Viome Full Body Intelligence Kit, with $100 Discount:viomehq.sjv.io/eKnAO1Enter discount code ARTOFAGING TO RECEIVE $110 OFF YOUR VIOME KITEnjoy and Share this informative episode! Have a beautiful Day Everyone!

On Episode 70 of TAAM I speak with the brilliant yoga educator, Leslie Kaminoff.Leslie is steeped in a tremendous amount of practice ( he started yoga at age 20, in 1978) and professional teaching experience. He was there before the first YTT's formed and has stayed the course to watch the West make it's own yoga, as we eclipse the role of Guru Devotion on the path to personal insight.We had a fluid, rolling conversation that touched upon some of Leslie's personal chronology, how to practice bandah, the role of hands on assists, as well as "what is the point of all this physical stuff we are doing with our bodies?" Leslie encourages the modern yogi to use their practice to "move into good space" (joy) while trying to avoid bad space (suffering.) This conversation will intrigue yoga teachers as well as those who are new to practice because of it's depth, and raw honesty, and Leslie's vast experience. Thank You Leslie Kaminoff for your generosity in sharing good cheer with The Art of Aging Mindfully Community!  You can follow up with Leslie's offerings and courses at:Personal Website: https://yogaanatomy.org/Leslie's Online Education Community: https://www.yogaanatomy.net/Instagram @leslie.kaminoff : https://www.instagram.com/leslie.kaminoff?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==To order Leslie's "Yoga Anatomy" book, authored with Amy Matthewshttps://amzn.to/4f34eS4TO SUPPORT THE ART OF AGING MINDFULNESS PODCAST:patreon.com/jaisugrimTo Train with Jai in Yogic Conditioning Longevity Classes:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/online-classes/To get your Viome Full Body Intelligence Kit, with $100 Discount:viomehq.sjv.io/eKnAO1Enter discount code ARTOFAGING TO RECEIVE $110 OFF YOUR VIOME KITEnjoy and Share this informative episode! Have a beautiful Day Everyone!

With our cultural focus on constant self improvement and limitless growth, it can be difficult to accept "where we are today."  This opposite side of the coin can cause inner conflict and lead to self sabotage.On Episode 69 of TAAM podcast I discuss a model of the chakras, which represent a Hierarchy of associated psychologies which are linked to ever deepening levels of self acceptance. I then give three practical tips for cultivating more self acceptance, which temper and balance our desires for self improvement.Enjoy and share the episode!!!TO SUPPORT THE ART OF AGING MINDFULNESS PODCAST:patreon.com/jaisugrimTo Train with Jai in Yogic Conditioning Longevity Classes:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/online-classes/

Have you ever wondered what makes a good man? Many of us do.On episode 68 of TAAM, Yogi and fellow podcaster Will Schneider and I discuss The Seven Masculine Virtues:Strength HonorCourageMasteryPositive AggressionBalance KindnessWill and I discuss each trait, and how they are connected to one another.  Our work evolves what it means to be a man in 2024, and gives men more ways of being, so that the modern man can integrate into his wholeness. Will shares a lot about his personal journey and growth towards and into, Manhood. At 51, he gives listeners practical ways of finding purpose, and living in the heart, while being in service to a greater good and others. This is a wonderful ride into the world of positive masculinity. Men and women who wish to delve deeper into male psychology will enjoy this powerful conversation between two great friends!You can find Will Schneider on:Instragram: @willnotfearwebsite: https://willnotfear.com/Men Talking Mindfulness Podcast: https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/TO SUPPORT THE ART OF AGING MINDFULNESS PODCAST:patreon.com/jaisugrimTo Train with Jai in Yogic Conditioning Longevity Classes:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/online-classes/

The spiritual path is like walking the razor's edge.When we veer from our practice and our attention wanes, it is easy to come off center.Episode 67 of The Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast is all about returning home, to the core of our own Self, without judgement.

Welcome to the Pod everyone!On Episode 66 I talk about being a good man and take a shot at defining a solid man. The key to mature masculinity is to come into balance, instead of extreme expression of the masculine virtues of: strength, honor, courage, mastery and positive aggression. This episode is 16 minutes long, and gives a concise update to an evolving masculinity that fits the times.All men in the NYC area are invited to join The Walk for Men's Health,  which I'm doing in collaboration with Mount Sinai Hospital. The walk is 1.58 miles long. We will meet at 5th Ave and 100th St, in Manhattan at 4:45pm for a 5pm start time, on Wednesday June 26th.  After the walk, Mount Sinai Hospital will be offering PSA screening to raise awareness of prostate health. Please show up, and spread the word to raise awareness of Men's Health! It's a beautiful thing to see Men supporting one another. After the walk, I'll be leading a mindfulness practice and a share lead a wonderfully accessible series of stretches to limber up, post exercise! All are welcome.To support The Art of Aging Mindfully  Podcast go to patreon:The Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast PatreonThe Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast is sponsored by Viome, Acorn Biolabs and Whoop, your personal digital fitness tracker.To Harvest Your Own Stem Cells, for Future Use, with Acorn Biolabs:https://www.acorn.me/affiliate/the-art-of-aging-mindfullyTo test your full body and gut intelligence with Viome:http://viomehq.sjv.io/eKnAO1Use The $110 discount code: ARTOFAGINGOrder your whoop strap with Jai's Unique Link:https://join.whoop.com/376818To train with Jai, and learn about his yoga classes and massage therapy treatments:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/

Welcome to the Pod everyone!Episode 65 is all about the groundbreaking yoga tv show I made in 2012 called Yoga Sutra Now.  This story reflects my intentions in sharing the practice, the adventurous path of following the cosmic flow, and the good fortune that comes from total alignment with one's purpose.To support The Art of Aging Mindfully  Podcast go to patreon:The Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast PatreonThe Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast is sponsored by Viome, Acorn Biolabs and Whoop, your personal digital fitness tracker.To Harvest Your Own Stem Cells, for Future Use, with Acorn Biolabs:https://www.acorn.me/affiliate/the-art-of-aging-mindfullyTo test your full body and gut intelligence with Viome:http://viomehq.sjv.io/eKnAO1Use The $110 discount code: ARTOFAGINGOrder your whoop strap with Jai's Unique Link:https://join.whoop.com/376818To train with Jai, and learn about his yoga classes and massage therapy treatments:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/

On Episode 64 of The Art of Aging Mindfully, I share a valuable lesson I learned in my late 20's from the legendary acting teacher Thurman E. Scott. Thurman taught me that it was natural, when integrating new knowledge into our daily lives, to make two steps forward (progress, deeper awareness) but to be aware that one step backwards (regression) can be a normal part of the personal growth experience. In this light, progress is slow, steady, and incremental. We must embrace ourselves lovingly when we fall down, get back up, and get right back into the saddle.  This is the main reason master Patanjali, emphasizes the notion of continuous, uninterrupted practice.To support The Art of Aging Mindfully  Podcast go to patreon:The Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast PatreonThe Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast is sponsored by Viome, Acorn Biolabs and Whoop, your personal digital fitness tracker.To Harvest Your Own Stem Cells, for Future Use, with Acorn Biolabs:https://www.acorn.me/affiliate/the-art-of-aging-mindfullyTo test your full body and gut intelligence with Viome:http://viomehq.sjv.io/eKnAO1Use The $110 discount code: ARTOFAGINGOrder your whoop strap with Jai's Unique Link:https://join.whoop.com/376818To train with Jai, and learn about his yoga classes and massage therapy treatments:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/

On Episode 63 of The Art of Aging Mindfully, I reflect on turning 49 years old and share 7 lessons that have been gleaned from my life experiences.1.  Practice is the most important thing2.  Perception vs. Perspective is to be dreaming vs. awake3.  Mula Bandha is about the root of our being4.  Make friends with the ego before you try to transcend it5.  We are all heading to the same place, rushing is optional6.  Aging is the crystallization/fossilization of our mental patterns7.  The heart is the greatest teacher, only love is real, love is the most important thing, and the most beautiful thing we can experience.To support The Art of Aging Mindfully  Podcast go to patreon:The Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast PatreonThe Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast is sponsored by Viome, Acorn Biolabs and Whoop, your personal digital fitness tracker.To Harvest Your Own Stem Cells, for Future Use, with Acorn Biolabs:https://www.acorn.me/affiliate/the-art-of-aging-mindfullyTo test your full body and gut intelligence with Viome:http://viomehq.sjv.io/eKnAO1Use The $110 discount code: ARTOFAGINGOrder your whoop strap with Jai's Unique Link:https://join.whoop.com/376818To train with Jai, and learn about his yoga classes and massage therapy treatments:https://theartofagingmindfully.com/