Embracing Discomfort: Building Resilience as You Age | Mindful Paths Podcast

In this episode of the Mindful Paths podcast, hosts Nick Day and Hari Kalymnios explore the transformative power of stepping outside your comfort zone to build mental and physical resilience as you age. They discuss practices like cold water immersion, calisthenics, and mindful movement, emphasizing how embracing discomfort can lead to personal growth and well-being.​

Key Topics Covered:

• Benefits of cold water immersion for physical and mental health​
• Incorporating calisthenics and mobility routines to maintain agility​
• Overcoming the fear of injury and embracing playfulness in movement​
• Monitoring health metrics and understanding heart health​
• Leveraging discomfort as a tool for mindfulness and resilience

Connect with Nick Day on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday

Connect with Hari Kalymnios on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harikalymnios

Transformational Coaching with Nick or Hari Enquiries: [email protected]

Visit: https://harikalymnios.com

Nick Day's Other Podcasts:

The HR L&D Podcast

The Payroll Podcast

Mental Health Disclaimer & Guidance: The content in this podcast is informational….

(00:00) Intro

(01:04) Exploring Calisthenics & Movement Books  

(04:19) Daily Stretching & Mobility Routines  

(08:16) How the Ice Bath Works 

(11:13) Ice Bath Benefits & Mental Clarity  

(14:01) Building Resilience & Staying Present  

(16:18) Vagus Nerve & Hormonal Benefits Explained  

(19:10) Cold Showers vs Ice Baths  

(22:25) Hip Mobility & Signs of Aging  

(24:34) Adult Playgrounds & Expensive Wellness Gyms  

(25:12) Unexpected Health Scare: Heart Murmur  

(29:43) Questions About the Heart & Google Doctoring  

(35:19) Returning to Calisthenics & YouTube Inspiration  

(37:43) Facing Health Uncertainty with Stoicism  

(43:14) Committing to Physical Growth 

(48:23) Unique Mental Gifts & Human Potential