The Pillars of Health

For June, we’re kicking off a new podcast series all about health. To start us off, I’m covering the Pillars of Health, extending beyond just physical wellness to include mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. While it’s likely that you’re familiar with these concepts, my hope is that you’ll find something that piques your curiosity and inspires you to make a small, positive change toward bettering your health. 

Join me to learn about the five pillars:

• Movement
• Engage in any form of movement that makes you feel good, strong, and capable.
• It doesn’t have to be intense exercise, find what you enjoy.
• Consistency is key.
• Make it fun! Try listening to your favorite podcast or find a YouTube workout to follow.
• Remember to start small.
• Sunlight
• Exposing yourself to natural light early in the morning helps to regulate your circadian rhythms, which control your sleep/wake cycles.
• Think of it as a free boost to start your day.
• Nourishment
• Nourish your body in a way that feels good for you.
• Consider not just food, but also what you read and the media you consume. Nourishment includes your mind, body, and soul.
• Listen to your body’s cues.
• Connection
• Humans are inherently wired for social connection.
• Maintaining strong relationships is essential for emotional and mental well-being.
• Spend quality time with loved ones and supportive people.
• Foster self-awareness and self-compassion through connection with yourself.
• Prioritize quality connections over quantity.
• Sleep
• Sleep is crucial for your body’s functions.
• Establish a bedtime routine that promotes relaxation, such as reading, meditating, gentle stretching, and limiting screen time.
• Start with improving your sleep, as the other four pillars will be easier to change if you have a good sleep routine.

Resources mentioned:
Positively Real Podcast episode on brain health
Huberman Lab Podcast episode on sleep

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