The Mindful Movement Podcast and Community

By Sara and Les Raymond

Welcome to the Mindful Movement Podcast! We have a robust catalog of guided meditations for you to add some peace in your life. We also have interviews with a broad range of folks to help empower y

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Number 1: Deep Sleep Meditation with Delta Waves | Cultivate Self-Love While You Sleep
Welcome to this guided sleep meditation with a body scan especially for deep relaxation. As you prepare for a deep and relaxing night's sleep, you will be cultivating a sense of unconditional love for yourself. Meditation written and read by Sara Raymond Themindfulmovement.com⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠Affiliates...⁠ The Absolute ⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠Sunlighten⁠ ⁠The Apollo ⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠Ultimate Longevity⁠
September 11, 20231h 4min
Number 2: The Hidden Gut Problem That Could Be Wrecking Your Metabolism | Jay Feldman
Why does weight so often come back after dieting? And what if the answer isn’t simply eating less, cutting carbs, or having more willpower? In this conversation, Les sits down with health coach and metabolic health educator Jay Feldman to explore a different way of thinking about weight loss, metabolism, carbohydrates, gut health, and our relationship with food. Jay explains why losing weight through restriction isn’t necessarily the same as improving metabolic health, and why the body may resist weight loss when it perceives a lack of energy, nutrients, sleep, or other resources. They discuss what can happen when you reintroduce carbohydrates after a period of low-carb eating, why some initial weight gain may not be body fat, and how supporting energy production and metabolic function may change the way the body regulates weight over time.The conversation also goes deep into gut health and carbohydrate tolerance. Why can a food that is considered “healthy” leave one person feeling energized and another bloated and uncomfortable? Jay shares his perspective on digestion, the microbiome, endotoxin, FODMAPs, fiber, probiotics, fermented foods, constipation, and how gut function may influence metabolic health. Finally, Les and Jay tackle a question that doesn’t get discussed nearly enough: if carbohydrates can support energy and metabolic function, how do we reconcile that with concerns about sugar, cavities, and dental health? **In this episode:** Why weight regain isn’t necessarily a failure of willpower • What happens when you add carbohydrates back after low-carb eating • Glycogen, water weight, and why the scale can initially jump• The relationship between energy availability and weight regulation • Why chronic restriction can affect energy, mood, sleep, libido, and digestion • How Jay thinks about creating a healthier metabolic “set point” • Carbohydrates vs. fat and how the body uses different fuels• Why carbohydrate quality and digestibility matter • Insulin resistance and carbohydrate tolerance• Gut health, inflammation, and metabolic function • What endotoxin is and why Jay believes it matters • FODMAPs, fiber, starch, fruit, and choosing easier-to-digest carbohydrates • SIBO, gut motility, and constipation • Why probiotics and fermented foods aren’t automatically beneficial for everyone • How to approach rebuilding gut health without endlessly restricting foods • Sugar, carbohydrates, cavities, and dental health • Supporting the body rather than constantly fighting it with another dietThis conversation offers a more nuanced way to think about nutrition. Rather than asking only, “What should I eliminate?” Jay encourages us to pay attention to how well the body is actually functioning, how food affects energy and digestion, and what may be getting in the way of using fuel efficiently. **Learn more from Jay Feldman** jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide Listen to Jay Feldman and Mike Fave on The Energy Balance Podcast for deeper explorations of metabolism, nutrition, hormones, gut health, and bioenergetic health .*This conversation is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical or nutritional advice. Some of the ideas discussed reflect the guest’s perspective and interpretation of the available research. Please consult an appropriate healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs. #Metabolism #WeightLoss #GutHealth #Carbohydrates #Nutrition #MetabolicHealth #JayFeldman #TheMindfulMovement Themindfulmovement.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity
September 19, 20261h 27min
Number 3: Are Humans Wired for Mystical Experiences? Matt Zemon
Can an ordinary person have a mystical or direct spiritual experience? In this conversation, Les Raymond sits down with Matt Zemon, executive director of the Council on Spiritual Practices and author of *Ordinary Mystics: Psychedelics, Faith, and the Reclaiming of Direct Spiritual Experience*, to explore the fascinating intersection of psychedelics, spirituality, religion, healing, and human connection. Matt shares how a guided psilocybin experience at age 46 completely changed the way he understood spirituality and ultimately led him to study psychology, neuroscience, mental health, ministry, and the long history of psychedelics in spiritual practice. Together, Les and Matt explore: * Why psychedelics can create profound feelings of connection and meaning * Whether humans may be naturally wired for mystical experiences * Psychedelics as one tool among many for accessing altered states * The relationship between religion and direct spiritual experience * Why similar mystical experiences appear across different cultures and faith traditions * The difference between psychedelics as a cure and as a catalyst * Why integration and community matter after a powerful experience * Psilocybin and changing our relationship with death * Les's own experiences with microdosing and psychedelic-assisted personal growth * How set, setting, source, and support can reduce risk* Why surrender can be such an important part of difficult psychedelic experiences * The role of self-love, reflection, meditation, and nature in integration * The emerging world of psychedelic spiritual communities and churches Matt also shares powerful experiences around death, grief, connection, and gratitude, including moments in which psychedelic experiences radically changed his relationship with being alive.At the heart of the conversation is a simple but provocative idea: psychedelics may not give us something we don't already possess. They may instead act as catalysts that help us access parts of ourselves that were already there. **Learn more about Matt Zemon:** mattzemon.com His new book, ***Ordinary Mystics: Psychedelics, Faith, and the Reclaiming of Direct Spiritual Experience***, explores how ordinary people can have profound spiritual experiences and what those experiences might mean for faith, community, healing, and everyday life. The book is available wherever books are sold, with an audiobook narrated by Matt as well .This conversation is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice or encouragement to use illegal substances. Laws and risks vary, and Matt emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making, source, set, setting, and community. Ordinary Mystics and Free Resources: https://mattzemon.com/ordinarymysticsbookWebsite: https://mattzemon.comLinkedin: https://mattzemon.com/linkedinInstagram: @matt.zemonTEDx: https://mattzemon.com/TEDx#Psychedelics #Spirituality #Psilocybin #MysticalExperience #Consciousness #PersonalGrowth #Faith #MentalHealth #TheMindfulMovement Themindfulmovement.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Affiliates...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Absolute ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sunlighten⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Apollo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ultimate Longevity
September 05, 20261h 10min
Number 4: 15 Minute Guided Meditation | Cultivate an Attitude of Gratitude
Adopting an attitude of gratitude has a profound effect and the potential to completely change your state of being in just a moment's time. Your body is a miracle and a gift, the vehicle through which you have the privilege of experiencing this beautiful world. Themindfulmovement.com⁠ Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite ⁠Affiliates...⁠ The Absolute ⁠BEST Lightbulbs⁠ Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from ⁠Sunlighten⁠ ⁠The Apollo ⁠Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from ⁠Ultimate Longevity⁠
November 17, 202419min
Number 5: Deep Sleep Hypnosis | Fall Asleep Fast, Sleep Soundly, Awaken Refreshed
In this soothing practice for deep restorative sleep, you will embark on a journey into profound relaxation and tranquility, allowing your body and mind to experience the rejuvenating power of sleep. You can release tension, clear your mind, and immerse yourself in a tranquil sanctuary. As you surrender to sleep, trust in the innate wisdom of your body to restore and revitalize every cell. Embrace the transformative power of deep rest and wake up refreshed, ready to embrace the new day with clarity and vitality. Tonight, take the path to a restful night and a rejuvenating morning. Meditation written and read by Sara Raymond Music Credit: Enlighten Me Theta Waves by Christopher Lloyd Clarke https://www.christopherlloydclarke.com Licensed by Enlightened Audio 1:1 Sessions Work with a Coach _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite Affiliates... Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from Sunlighten Feeling Stressed? This is one of our favorite tools to help... The Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate Longevity _________________________________________________________ Workshops & Courses Six Week Move and Meditate for Self-Care Program: https://www.themindfulmovementcourses... RELEASE ANXIETY: https://www.themindfulmovementcourses... REGAIN CONFIDENCE: https://www.themindfulmovementcourses... HEALING HYPNOTHERAPY: https://www.themindfulmovementcourses... MEMBERS OASIS: Unlimited access to all AD FREE Mindful Movement Meditations and Hypnosis Practices; Exclusive Members Only Content added EVERY month. https://www.themindfulmovementcourses... RECORDINGS: Purchase your favorite recordings from the Mindful Movement to listen anytime, anywhere with no internet access necessary. https://themindfulmovement.com/record... _________________________________________________________ Free Programs 21 day Movement and Meditation Commitment Program. Start NOW! https://www.themindfulmovementcourses... 7-day Foundations of Meditation Course: https://www.themindfulmovementcourses... FREE New Beginnings Personal Retreat: A body, mind, spirit approach to creating and actually achieving your goals. Apply for a Discounted Session MORE FROM THE MINDFUL MOVEMENT: 🙏 The Mindful Movement is happy to provide these meditations, podcasts, and videos free of charge. We don't ask for anything in return but if you wish to make a donation, please know that whatever you offer will be received with much gratitude. http://themindfulmovement.com/donations/ Our Sponsors: * Check out Time4Learning: https://www.time4learning.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
October 13, 20241h 2min