The Sticky From The Inside Podcast

The High-Performance Combo: Epigenetics & Mindfulness


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Andy Goram talks to Reiner Kraft Ph.D. about how to upgrade your well-being and performance by making intentional changes to your lifestyle and habits. In this episode, discover the power of epigenetics and mindful leadership as Reiner Kraft delves into the connection between the software of the mind and body.

Imagine being in the high-speed lane of Silicon Valley, working with tech giants like IBM and Yahoo. That was Reiner Kraft's life back in the 90s. But the constant pressure and relentless deadlines took a toll on him, leading to stress symptoms he couldn't ignore and ultimately steering him towards mindfulness and the concept of biohacking.

A computer scientist by training, Reiner began to view the mind and body as software and hardware, respectively. He started to explore the fascinating field of epigenetics, discovering how our genes interact with our environment, dramatically affecting our mental and physical health. This revelation transformed Reiner's approach to well-being, leading him to develop specific training and coaching programs to help others upgrade their 'mind and body software.'----more----

Key Takeaways
  • Unlock the mysteries of how our environment can influence or genes, providing a fascinating look into the world of epigenetics and gene expression.
  • Understand the power of mindful leadership, and how the cultivation of empathy, awareness, and resilience can positively influence your leadership effectiveness.
  • Learn how strategic changes to your lifestyle and habits can function as mind-body software upgrades, enhancing both your well-being and performance.
  • Explore the world where nature meets nurture, realizing how lifestyle choices contribute to genetic expression and shape who we are.
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    Key Moments

    00:00:10 - Introduction

    00:01:10 - Purpose of the Podcast
    00:03:38 - Guest Introduction
    00:09:21 - Understanding Epigenetics
    00:15:04 - Impacting the Epigenetic Software
    00:17:50 - The Role of Genes in Health
    00:22:36 - The Power of Mindful Leadership
    00:25:50 - The Importance of Awareness
    00:29:29 - Measurable Mindfulness
    00:32:50 - Implementing Mindful Practices
    00:38:51 - Sticky Note #1 Mindful Minutes
    00:41:42 - Sticky Note #2 Conscious Recovery
    00:44:17 - Sticky Note #3 Vitamin D Gene Expression Booster
    00:45:23 - The High-Performance Mind Program
    00:46:31 - Conclusion

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    Useful Links
    Follow Reiner Kraft on LinkedIn here
    Find the Mindful Leader website here
    Follow Reiner on Instagram here
    Read Reiner's 12 Mindful Leadership Principles here
    Find the High-Performance Mind Programme here
    Find out about Oura Rings here
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