In our relentless quest for productivity and success, we often fall prey to the misconception that rest is a reward for hard work. But what if the true path to peak performance lies not in asking if we’ve worked hard enough to earn rest, but in questioning whether we’ve rested enough to work at our best? This pivotal shift in mindset is at the heart of non-sleep deep rest (NSDR), a transformative practice that’s redefining our approach to relaxation and rejuvenation. Popularized by neuroscientist Andrew Huberman (2022), NSDR is a practice that induces a state of deep relaxation, akin to sleep, while remaining conscious. Drawing from techniques like yoga nidra and hypnosis, NSDR isn’t a mere pause in our busy lives, but a scientifically backed methodology to recharge our metaphorical batteries. In an age when the hustle and bustle of everyday life dominate, the concept of rest often gets relegated to the background, perceived merely as the absence of activity or, at best, a passive state of inactivity. However, emerging research and ancient wisdom alike are converging on a different and certainly more nuanced understanding of rest: one that is active, deliberate, and profoundly transformative. This is where non-sleep deep rest (NSDR) comes into play. This concept has gained substantial attention for its potential benefits in stress reduction, cognitive recovery, and overall wellbeing. Unlike sleep, which is a passive and unconscious process, NSDR involves active engagement in techniques that promote a deeply relaxed yet awake state. The two links below are a 20 min and 30min NSDR protocol respectively. https://youtu.be/hEypv90GzDE?si=vAP6lydoI0BhF-Tg https://youtu.be/8mM5Oks8yZc Enjoy 💤 😊

The prefrontal cortex activity is linked to planning, strategising, motivated action and working memory functions. It is highly important for work productivity, goal setting and execution of goals. Neuroplastic changes, myelin (white matter) formation and general health of the brain cells in the pre frontal cortex are also linked to vitamin and mineral balance in the body. Nutrients that may support this include : EPA + DHA (fish + micro algae) Antioxidants (dark leafy greens) Choline (eggs) Lutein (eggs, leafy greens) Resveratrol (blueberries + red grapes) Sulfarophane (cruciferous vegetables) Ketones (MCT oil products) How do you protect your brain health ?

Today I celebrate 50 revolutions around the sun. I made it ! 😂 A wholesome weekend spent connecting with my favourite humans, my beautiful wife and 3 children, just the way I envisioned it only better. I love you unconditionally now and forever. I’ve recently sat quiet deeply leading into this half century milestone, what it means, symbolises and reflects within me personally. A few things I’d like to share that I’ve learned throughout my 5 decades. Take from it what you will and I trust that something will resonate and align for you. I’ve had a challenging, rewarding, diverse experience in what seems like many lifetimes that I’m eternally grateful for. Here’s some undeniable truths from me to you. Be the master of your breath. Breath is life. Consciously connect to it often and you will develop the skill of finding calm in the chaos. Be the change you wish to see in the World. Life is short, so live and love fully. Expose and explore all parts of yourself. We are here to explore self. The more we uncover, the more masks we remove, the more armour we unfold the deeper we get to know thyself. The snowball effect from that is the more you get to experience you, the more others get to experience the most authentic version of you. Speak your truth, take action, prime discomfort and dive into what makes you feel nervous and uncomfortable. This is where all the gold and growth truly lies. There’s two types of suffering. Suffering and Intentional Suffering. Choose the latter. It’s the only option that comes with rewards. Resilience is a pivotal aspect of one’s character to overcome adversity, learn from the lessons during that time and utilise the skill of adaptation to move forward more intelligently. Only one who has risked the fight with the dragon and is not overcome by it wins the 'treasure hard to attain'" Integrity is the highest of all values. Do as you say. Practice as you preach and lead from the front. The heart holds the power. Open that and share vulnerably with loved ones and you will progressively connect with your soul in the most beautiful way.

Natural Doping🩸🌬 After a breathhold you increase carbon dioxide in the blood and you lower your blood oxygen saturation. Your spleen, which is your blood bank, contains 8% of your red blood cells and contracts in response to the drop in blood oxygen. You can naturally increase your blood oxygen carrying capacity. Even if you hold your breath for 30 seconds it will cause the spleen to contract and release red blood cells which carry oxygen. The secondary effect is EPO - Erythropoietin. When you do a long breath hold and you are lowering your blood oxygen saturation your kidneys and your liver to a lesser extent become hypoxic and synthesise the hormone EPO which causes a maturation of red blood cells within the bone marrow. Typically this takes about 3/4 days to take effect. If you want to increase your oxygen carrying capacity engage breathing protocols to catapult your sports performance. For more information DM me….. #breathe #performance #coach #athletic #resilience #fit #athleticperformance #movement #coach #natural #functionaltraining #vitality #longevity #breathwork

“The proposition that psilocybin impacts cognition and stimulates hippocampal neurogenesis is based on extensive evidence that serotonin (5- hydroxytryptamine or 5-HT) acting on specific 5-HT receptor sub-types (most likely the 5-HT2A receptor) is involved in the regulation of neurogenesis in hippocampus. The in vitro and in vivo animal data is compelling enough to explore whether psilocybin will enhance neurogenesis and result in measurable improvements in learning.” – Juan R. Sanchez-Ramos HOW PSYCHEDELICS FUNCTION THERAPEUTICALLY The classic psychedelics temporarily down regulate a system in the brain called the Default Mode Network (DMN). This system is managing how areas of our brain are communicating with each other. This is connected to what we call the ego (our identity, idea of self, how we label and categorize). When this system is less active different areas of the brain are more free to communicate with each other. The most important communication that happens here is the communication between the deeper emotional parts of our brain and the higher level functioning prefrontal cortex parts of our brain. This increase in communication allows new pathways and new ways of processing ourselves and our lives. It allows our emotional side to form new ways of connecting to our ego. This is why these medicines are so powerful. The ego is there helping us go through life in a comfortable routine sort of way. It is also preventing us from moving through and beyond past traumas and negative learned behaviour. The psychedelics disrupt this process and open the door for healing and growth. #healing #neuroscience #mentalhealth #neuroplasticity #traumahealing #depression #mushrooms #selfexploration