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The Kyle Thiermann Show#326 Toolkit For Depression - Sara RussellWhew, this was an intense one. But good. And helpful, I hope. In this episode, Sara Russell (@Betheradicalway) and I explore the underworld of depression, a mental state that is all too often felt but rarely explored openly. Sara was just the one I wanted to have on to cover this material. She held the weight of it all with skill and grace. Sara is a longtime friend, a Skills For Change Coach, and Qi Gong instructor. She helps clients analyze behaviors, relationships, and systems to see where old habits that are no longer serving them. Check out Sara's...2023-06-161h 26
The Kyle Thiermann Show#312 Kyle & Sara on Pleasure Activism, Cold Plunges and Books We LoveThis episode is with Sara Russell (@betheradicalway). Sara is a relationship coach, dancer, taoist and co-host of a new podcast called Trends w/ Benefits. (I’m the other co-host.) If you dig this podcast, would you be please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts? It’s takes less than 60 seconds and makes a difference when I drop to my knees and beg hard-to-get guests to come on the show. All of my stuff is on thiermann.substack.comConnect with me on Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeBrought to you by Sa...2022-07-241h 19
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#42 Kyle & Sara on Pleasure Activism, Cold Plunges and Books We Love (:macro)Sara Russell & Kyle Thiermann are the co-hosts of Trends w/ Benefits. In this pod they chat about all things pleasure activism, cold plunging, and books they’ve loved. Sara is a relationship coach, dancer and taoist. Kyle is a professional big wave surfer, hunter and MUD\WTR’s copywriter. How they’re friends, we still have no idea. “Mushroom boost by MUD\WTR is here to support immunity, vitality and mental sharpness. The powder is a blend of eight mushrooms: lion’s mane, cordyceps, chaga, reishi, turkey tail, king trumpet, maitake and shiitake mushrooms and mycelium.2022-07-201h 10
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#37 Rituals For Resilience (:micro)Resilience is the ability to be both strong and flexible, but if you’ve ever lifted weights or dabbled with yoga, you know gains don’t happen overnight. Resiliency is a practice. In this episode, I share some rituals you can add to your daily routine that can help you bounce back after life knocks you down. What could be possible if you connected with nature before going to work, or checked in with your spirit before checking your texts? Krishnamurti once wrote, “It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” Trends w...2022-07-1116 min
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#35 What is Taoism? (:micro)“The tao that can be told is not the eternal Tao.” And yet, we attempt to have a conversation about that most nameless of mysteries, Taoism. In this episode, we take a break from duality and step into doing-without-doing, as we explore the ancient Chinese philosophy. Krishnamurti once wrote, “It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” Trends w/ Benefits is an exploration into what it means to be “mentally healthy” in a world that is anything but. The Trends w/ Benefits Podcast has two formats—:microdose and :macrodose epi...2022-07-0811 min
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#34 Five Types of Imposter Syndrome (:micro)Even Albert Einstein thought of himself as an “involuntary swindler.” No wonder the rest of us feel like we’re faking it but never going to make it. Here are five ways you can stop trying so hard to convince everyone that you’re worth it, and instead start actually believing it for yourself. Krishnamurti once wrote, “It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” Trends w/ Benefits is an exploration into what it means to be “mentally healthy” in a world that is anything but. The Trends w/ Benefits Podcast ha...2022-07-0417 min
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#33 Healing Sounds for the Liver (:rest)In this episode, we continue to explore Mantak Chia’s Five Elements Healing Sounds. It’s a taoist practice that uses sounds to purge stagnant energy from the body, and colors to tonify. Today we’ll focus on the liver using the “shh” sound to purge anger and frustration, and the color green to cultivate kindness and creativity. Krishnamurti once wrote, “It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” Trends w/ Benefits is an exploration into what it means to be “mentally healthy” in a world that is anything but. The Tren...2022-07-0106 min
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#32 How Do You Overcome Feelings of Inadequacy? (:micro)It’s time to send your inner critic to bed with no dessert. Maybe you worry that you’re too much; maybe you worry that you’re not enough. Either way, swimming in your shortcomings isn’t doing you any favors. In this episode I explain why it’s not you that’s inadequate and how to overcome those feelings when they arise. Krishnamurti once wrote, “It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” Trends w/ Benefits is an exploration into what it means to be “mentally healthy” in a world that is anything but. ...2022-06-3020 minMUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#31 MUD\WTR Founder & CEO - Shane Heath Pt. II (:macro)Shane Heath (@SoManyPossibilities) is the founder of the coffee alternative company, MUD\WTR. Speaking with Kyle Thiermann, Heath recounts the brand’s origin story, how psychedelics have played into MUD\WTR’s vision and much more. The Trends w/ Benefits Podcast has two formats—:microdose and :macrodose episodes. :microdose episodes are short-form monologues with Sara Russell. Sara blends ancient wisdom, modern science and actionable advice on subjects like sleep, psychedelics and ritual. She also hosts short meditations designed to help you start and end your day. We call them :rise and :rest meditations. :macrodose e...2022-06-291h 35
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#30 Five Things I Learned about Psychedelics (:micro)While taking flight on a psychedelic journey, one clinical psychologist suggests, “Go wherever it takes you. Climb staircases, open doors, explore paths, fly over landscapes.” It’s one of many mantras for life that Michael Pollan offers in his book How to Change Your Mind. In this episode, I share five ways Pollan’s book opened my mind about how to open my mind. Krishnamurti once wrote, “It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” Trends w/ Benefits is an exploration into what it means to be “mentally healthy” in a world that is anyt...2022-06-2818 min
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#29 Healing Sounds for the Kidneys (:rest)In this episode, we continue to explore Mantak Chia’s Five Elements Healing Sounds. It’s a taoist practice that uses sounds to purge stagnant energy from the body, and colors to tonify. Today we’ll focus on the kidneys, using the sound “choo” to purge fear and insecurity, and the color blue to cultivate peace and tranquility. Krishnamurti once wrote, “It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” Trends w/ Benefits is an exploration into what it means to be “mentally healthy” in a world that is anything but. The Tren...2022-06-2406 min
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#28 How Do You Fight Fair? Pt. II (:micro)There’s a famous saying in Taoism: There’s my way, there’s your way and there’s the way. In order to fight fair, you need to build enough awareness to be able to see the truth of all three. Learn how to tell a big picture story that allows everyone to feel seen, heard and understood. Krishnamurti once wrote, “It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” Trends w/ Benefits is an exploration into what it means to be “mentally healthy” in a world that is anything but. The Trends w/ Ben...2022-06-2316 minMUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#27 MUD\WTR's Head of Film - Chris Keener (:macro)Chris Keener heads up the burgeoning film and video mouthpiece within MUD\WTR known as MUD\FILMS. As founder and principal of two production companies—Goldenbear and Goodfight Media—Chris has created content for outlets like National Geographic, Discovery Channel, ESPN, and the Travel Channel. Chris also facilitates transformative experiences by connecting people to the power of their breath. He conducts workshops for clients like Salesforce, Soho House and Alo Yoga, while also working in prisons and with the underserved. Chris co-created and voiced the Lixir app, the first to focus on longform guided breathwork. Krishnamurti once wrot...2022-06-221h 23
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#26 Cultivating Sexual Energy Pt. II (:micro)What do you desire? What does desire feel like in your body? How do you want to direct your desire? In part 1, we worked on clearing our energy fields for cultivating our sexual energy. In part 2, we take a few deep breaths and practice some pelvic floor pullups. Krishnamurti once wrote, “It’s no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” Trends w/ Benefits is an exploration into what it means to be “mentally healthy” in a world that is anything but. The Trends w/ Benefits Podcast has two formats—:microdose and :macrodos...2022-06-2127 min
The Kyle Thiermann Show#297 Holding Boundaries & Tricks to De-Escalate - Sara RussellSara Russell (@Betheradicalway) is a Skills For Change Coach and Qi Gong instructor who helps her clients analyze behaviors, relationships, and systems to see where old habits are no longer serving them.Check out Sara's work hereIf you dig this podcast, would you be please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts? It’s takes less than 60 seconds and makes a difference when I drop to my knees and beg hard-to-get guests to come on the show. All of my stuff is on Thiermann.substack.comConnect with me on Ins...2022-05-181h 35
The Kyle Thiermann Show#277 (More) Tools to Navigate RelationshipsSara Russell (@Betheradicalway) is a Skills For Change Coach and Qi Gong instructor who helps her clients analyze behaviors, relationships, and systems to see where old habits are no longer serving them.Check out Sara's work hereIf you dig this podcast, would you be please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts? It’s takes less than 60 seconds and makes a difference when I drop to my knees and beg hard-to-get guests to come on the show. All of my stuff is on Thiermann.substack.comConnect with me on Ins...2022-05-182h 00
The Kyle Thiermann Show#264 Toolkit to Navigate Relationships - Sara RussellSara Russell (@Betheradicalway) is a Skills For Change Coach and Qi Gong instructor who helps her clients analyze behaviors, relationships, and systems to see where old habits are no longer serving them.Check out Sara's work hereIf you dig this podcast, would you be please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts? It’s takes less than 60 seconds and makes a difference when I drop to my knees and beg hard-to-get guests to come on the show. All of my stuff is on Thiermann.substack.comConnect with me on Ins...2022-05-181h 31