We live in a world where being busy and on-the-go is constantly rewarded, but at the end of the day, it’s important to remember that we’re human beings, not human doings. 

By focusing all our energies on doing, we’ve lost touch with our ability to just be. In the process, we’ve also severed our ties with a core part of ourselves. The question is, can we regain that connection? 

How can we start checking in with ourselves, mind, body, and soul more frequently- and is that even possible in a world so geared towards a fast-paced lifestyle? 

In this episode, Primal Health Coach, Charlène Gisèle shares how we can get back into the habit of being. 

Three Takeaways 

• Why it’s possible to have it all, as long as we’re checking in with ourselves:
  
  There’s nothing inherently wrong with aspiring to material success, but it should never come at the expense of our wellbeing. It doesn’t matter how much money we accumulate if we’re too weak to play with our grandchildren or too uncomfortable to enjoy our lives. 

• How to stay in awe of the world around us:
  
  The key to being present lies in finding the magnificence of nature all around us. Even if we’re unable to get into the wild, taking a moment to look at our hands and marvel at their abilities is a great way to acknowledge the beauty of everything that is.

• How to start each day being more present:
  
  Instead of diving out of bed every morning and grabbing hold of a device, take some time to just be. Stretch, massage any stiff areas and be playful, and avoid any technology for at least an hour after waking up.

Guest Bio- 

Charlène Gisèle is a Cambridge University-educated lawyer-turned-Primal Coach. After experiencing the intensity of a fast-paced life first hand, Charlene embarked on a journey to reconnect with herself, spending time in an authentic Indian Ashram, living on a 5km wide Indonesian island for 5 months, exploring Ibiza’s tantric communities, and retreating in Nepal. Today, she is the creator of Coached by Charlène, and is passionate about helping others achieve holistic happiness through her programs.

To find out more, go to:
https://www.charlenegisele.com/my-background

https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout-95bb4248/

https://www.instagram.com/charlenegisele/

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More people than ever before are trying to get onto the path of consciousness, but despite the willingness, most just don’t know where to start.

How can young conscious beings increase their awareness when they’ve never even been taught what meditation is, let alone the right way to do it? 

We’re living in the information age, and that should mean everyone has access to the guidance they need. However, there’s simply too much information to sift through to get any real answers. 

How can someone entirely new to the world of consciousness building tell if they’re accessing the right information? 

In this episode, co-owner of Propane Fitness, Dr. Yusef Smith shares how to increase consciousness at a beginner’s level. 

Three Things You'll Learn From This Episode:

• Why silence is the key to consciousness: 
  When we’re forced to be alone with our thoughts, we begin to unpack each layer of our emotions. Sometimes we have to deprive our senses to truly connect with our minds.
  
  
• How our physical bodies are impacted by our thoughts: 
  Every thought and emotion has a physical counterpart in our bodies. The benefit of this is that we can recondition ourselves through both mental reorganization and by working directly with the body through stretch work, breathwork, and meditation. 
  
  
• Why we need to stop looking for a quick fix to consciousness: 
  We wouldn’t expect to see massive results after a 6 minute workout, and we shouldn’t expect to be fully conscious after just one meditation. Consciousness takes commitment, and if we want to see full benefits from it we have to practice regularly.

Guest Bio- 

Dr. Yusef Smith is a medical doctor and the co-owner of Propane Fitness. A coach passionate about helping others achieve the physiques they deserve, Dr. Smith is also a powerlifter who has competed at a British national level. Alongside his business partner Jonny, Dr. Smith is the co-host of the Propane Podcast. 

To find out more, head to:

https://propanefitness.com/

https://www.facebook.com/PropaneFitness/

https://www.instagram.com/propanefitness/?hl=en

Books mentioned in this episode:

https://www.amazon.com/Message-Divine-Iliad-Vol/dp/1879605228

https://www.amazon.com/Message-Divine-Iliad-Vol-2/dp/1879605236

https://www.amazon.com/Map-Consciousness-Explained-Actualize-Potential/dp/1401959644