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Over Forty Wellness Podcast
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Vincent Hiscox from the “Over Forty Wellness Podcast” reveals the strategies for you to take control of your Health and Wellness into your 40s and beyond. Each episode, Vincent discusses a variety of topics with experts in the Health and Wellness Community and with individuals with strong health story. Discover how you can stay physically and mentally fit and healthy, into your 40s and beyond. Taking care of yourself shouldn't be complicated. Listen to conversations with health and wellness professionals and those with health stories. We extract their tips, tools and routines that you can use, if you so wish, to improve your health. The guests will inspire you to attain your potential in the different realms of health. Learn at least one new thing every episode to help you improve your health. Take care of yourself using practical advice using tried and tested techniques so you can Look Better and Feel Better. 🙂
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"Make Meaningful Work" with Josephine Wong and Daniel Szuc
Jun 25, 202500:53:44Tap to summarizeWhat makes work truly meaningful, and how do our daily interactions shape the cultures we live and work in? This thought-provoking conversation with Josephine Wong and Daniel Szuc reveals powerful insights from their 26-year journey researching human-centered design and workplace transformation.After noticing a troubling disconnect between the empathy preached in human-centered design and the actual behaviors of practitioners, Jo and Daniel embarked on a mission to understand how we might create more meaningful work experiences. Their research culminated in two groundbreaking books: "Make Meaningful Work: From Sleepwalking to Sparkle" and "Make Meaningful Culture: Healthy, Intentional Conduct in Moments That Matter," with a third focused on education in progress.At the heart of their philosophy lies a simple yet profound idea: culture is created through "how you conduct yourselves in the interactions and relationships between people in moments that matter." Rather than abstract theories, they offer practical frameworks for identifying, inspecting, and improving specific behaviors that create healthy or unhealthy conduct chains. Their SPARKLE framework—Supportive, Proactive, Adaptable, Respect, Kind, Listening, and Engaged—provides a memorable structure for intentional conduct.What distinguishes their approach is its practicality. While many self-help and business culture books leave readers wondering "what do I actually do with this?", Jo and Daniels methodology pinpoints specific moments for intervention and encourages small, achievable actions. This bridges the crucial gap between knowing and doing that derails most change efforts.Their most powerful advice? "It's not all about you. Be curious about other people, be curious about other cultures. Don't get caught up with narrow narratives." By expanding our perspectives, connecting dots between diverse ideas, and taking intentional action, we shape not only our personal narratives but contribute to healthier collective experiences.Ready to transform your work experience from sleepwalking to sparkle? Discover how intentional conduct in moments that matter can create meaningful change in your workplace, relationships, and beyond.Chapter Markers0:16 It's Not All About You1:18 Introduction to the Podcast4:09 Meeting Josephine Wong and Daniel Szuc10:01 Defining Meaningful Work21:43 Make Meaningful Work and Culture32:08 From Words to Practical Action43:08 Make Meaningful Education48:22 Advice for ListenersContact Dan and Jowww.makemeaningfulwork.comwww.apogeehk.comLI: www.linkedin.com/in/danielszuc/LI: www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-wong-6801922/Contact Vincent Pro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
Transcribe →"Wellness with Swati" - Swati Singh
Jun 14, 202500:52:03Tap to summarizeSwati was born and raised in India and she is married with two sons aged 11y and 13y. Swati’s health journey began in 2009, she was overweight, felt sluggish and was trying to control her health and nutrition in an uneducated manner. Later Swati moved to Hong Kong and decided to build her personal health. Later in Singapore she became a yoga teacher, she also became a Health Coach and Nutritionist. Swati found her calling in nutrition and holistic wellness. For more than a decade she has been helping individuals attain balance in their bodies and minds by teaching yoga and providing health coaching tailored to their needs. Swati designs yoga and nutrition plans based on a deep understanding of each client’s individual's phase of life, contextual situation and goals. In the podcast Swati explains the importance of the question “What is your why?” It has to be sound and solid, it’s not using weight loss as a fad, it’s not a quick fix. Swati tells the story of a client who was undergoing treatment for diabetes, the client made some lifestyle changes and she was able to wean herself off the medication. Now the client is living a beautiful life, the doctors were surprised by her transformation. Swati believes that listeners can help themselves by eating well. Take very simple steps, set small goals. Move intentionally, eat 1.5g of protein for every kg of body weight every day, prioritise your sleep, keep your routines consistent and incorporate strength training into your training schedule. Timing 5:25 I am born and raised in India… I got married lived for some time in Hong Kong before moving to Singapore… I have 2 boys, 13 and 11y old… growing up too fast…7:22 I used to feel life is linear – it’s not…7:40 I studied in Mumbai … my health journey started there… I put on weight… I had PCOS… I started being active … 8:47 I later moved to Hong Kong… I decided to build my health… In Singapore I became a yoga teacher, I also became a Health Coach and Nutritionist…13:25 Ever since I made the small changes in my life… those were my foundation days…14:49 What’s your why?... It has to be sound and solid… not using weight loss as a fad…16:55 [Client example]… a client having diabetic treatment – pills … she made lifestyle changes and she weaned herself off the medication… she‘s living a beautiful life… the doctors were surprised…20:23 [Lifestyle Factors]…Eating well, eating nutritionally dense foods, sleeping on time, engaging on good content, surrounding yourself with like minded people, small wins that compound..21:38 [Client story] A pre-diabetic client… lost weight, her blood work improved…again know your why…25:55 As simple as how you talk to yourself… your body listens…26:25 Know your why…28:12 [How to help yourself]… very simple steps… set your own goals…start small…go slow…have a health coach…find your own tribe…move intentionally…34:46 [Overcoming challenges]… finding like-minded people/friends always helps…36:18 [Business development]… yoga and nutrition… perimenopausal woman… myofascial ball release…39:48 Take time out… to reflect … to journal.40:57 [Books] For the last 2.5y I have been reading a lot… Autobiography of a Yogi, The 4 Agreements, Atomic Habits, A Man’s Search For Meaning, The Power of one Thought, The Bhagavad Gita…45:55 [Key Message]…Contact Swatiwww.welnesswithswati.comInstagram - wellnesswithswatiFacebook - Wellness with Swati Contact Vincent Pro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
Transcribe →"Elevate Life Chiropractic" with Dr Eleanor Kee
Jun 4, 202500:53:38Tap to summarizeDr. Eleanor Kee is the founder of Elevate Life Chiropractic, a seasoned chiropractor with over 17 years of experience. Eleanor earned her chiropractic degree and license in the United States. She uses a comprehensive approach, integrating techniques such as manual adjustments and the Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique (B.E.S.T.) to support both the physical and emotional well-being of her clients. Eleanor guides her clients in practices that promote balance and overall well-being. Her mission is to inspire others to embrace their innate healing potential and make informed choices for their health. In the podcast Eleanor explains that she helps people feel better in their bodies by supporting their spines and nervous systems based on the system of “vitalism’ – supporting her patients’ innate intelligence. Many of her clients come in “with pain” often neck and/or lower back, headaches, numbness, tingling in the arms and legs, sciatica, shoulder problems, postural issues, children with scoliosis, everyone is different. Eleanor shares some client stories. Patients presenting with a wide variety of issues ranging from deep lines on the neck, lower back issues and a patient who developed PTSD following living through an earthquake. Changes can come quickly and some changes are not expected or anticipated like more strength and better vision. Eleanor also shares many preventative measures that listeners can profit from. 4:28 I was born in Hong Kong... moved to Canada(Toronto) when I was very young… I studied in Hong Kong and the US.8:10 The reason I looked into Chiropractic…9:41 I saw people struggling not just with physical health but also mental health…11:37 I decided on Chiropractic… it made sense to me…13:25 I went to the US to study Chiropractic…I went to Palmer College of Chiropractic, the best school for “Chiropractic Care” 14:37 I have been practicing for 17 years… I also learnt other techniques… 16:05 [How I assist people] I help people feel better in their bodies… by supporting “Their spine and their nervous system” – supporting the bodies innate intelligence…18:58 A lot of clients come in “With Pain”… neck, lower back …. Everyone is different…20:18 We talk about “Health Goals”… when people have a goal they are more engaged…often it is to not be in pain…22:45 I do an examination with my clients, …range of motion, posture…weight balance scale… proprioception… orthopedic test, neurological tests… 24:56 [Client stories]… a lady with deep lines on her neck… mood issues, energy, posture… there was progress after one week… later she opened up to emotional issues… using BEST technique… another – an elderly person who had a lower back issue… the problem was resolved quickly… an other lady with PTSD following living through an earthquake…33:38 Changes can come quickly… some changes are not expected changes… vision… more energy… more strength…34:47 [What are preventative measures]… get the spine checked… do good segmental exercises, do exercise, exercise snacks, move throughout the day, sleep, sleep hygiene, make it into a routine, no social media after 9:00, breathwork, go out in nature… diet, what eat and drink, no Ultra Processed Food, …41:19[Regular visits for a checkup] Now if it is the first time… 46:07 Eleanor gets adjusted a few times a week… everything flows after an adjustment… it clears the system…47:50 [Key Takeaway] … Contact Dr Eleanor Keehttps://www.elevatelifehk.comIG elevatelifechiropractichkContact Vincent Pro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
Transcribe →"Re-Awaken" with Minal Bharwaney
Dec 15, 202400:55:34Tap to summarizeMy guest on the podcast this week is Minal Bharwani. Minal grew up in and lives in Hong Kong. She has worked in hotel management, due to a back injury she decided to leave hotel management and start her own business eleven years ago. Minal opened the The Reiki Healing Sanctuary where she does healing and consultations, including but not exclusively Reiki Healing, Energy scanning, Angel Card readings, Emotional Freedom Technique, Chakra Alignment and Energy Scanning. Minal goes into detail on how she uses some of these techniques for herself and for her clients in the podcast. In the podcast Minal shares client stories including how she assisted her friends ‘Crystal Business’ and explains that how working with clients is like peeling the layers of an onion where deep down there is a simplicity awaiting to be uncovered. An English Teacher and author Minal has written Re-Awaken and is currently writing two more books, Love Your Intuition and Notes to Self”. Minal has started her own podcast “Unstoppable” almost 1 year ago and she also has ambitions to publish a “Children’s Book” Timing2:51 You grew up in Hong Kong, how was that for you?.... Sometimes I would get confused with my nationality,… fond memories…3:57 When I was young I could feel energy… I am fascinated by the occult… it felt great for me… they were very genuine… invited us to other events…6:44 From an early age I had emotional intelligence… I noticed how others were feeling…8:08 I can sense how others/strangers are feeling… I have to remain neutral…7:14 I am an intuitive empath… I help people to express themselves10:35 [Assisting other people] … Rieki Healing Sanctuary… hands on… Angel card reading…I studied hypnotherapy…11:57 [Sharing a story]… physical drops on my forehead… but no dripping…13:40 I have started listening to more podcasts… read more… scroll IG…online Master Classes…Mind Valley… around 3-5h/w…16:24 [A client story]… A friend’s crystal business… the business is going well… 20:31 [Getting out of the comfort zone]…21:47 [Helping Yourself]… Journaling…Tapping… Tapping changes your “Neuro-Linguistic Programming” – can reduce stress, anxiety… go with your breathing…Books: Louise Hay - You Can Heal Your Life …27:22 Usually with my clients I don’t do a call… I usually meet or work through WhatsApp…28:43 Working with clients can be like “peeling the onion”… deep down there is simplicity…31:54 My biggest push to the clients is – “They have to do their homework”… I teach them how to do “Energy Work”…33:15 [Moving Forward] I am the author “Re-Awaken” of 2 books… I am writing two other books “Love your Intuition” and “Notes to Self”… and would like to publish a Children’s Book…34:35 [Advice to my 25y old self]…32:40 [Staying on top of Things]… 34:04 I try new techniques with the clients… 37:15 [Routines] Better Hydration, new teas, breathwork, gratitude, sleeping earlier – however … a dream diary… it changes… Breath work and Gratitude are the most important…41:47 [Regrets] … Thoughts but no regrets…45:42 [A Setback that leads to a success]… 47:56 [Feeling Overwhelmed - Unfocussed] Baby steps… distraction… breathwork… taking your mind off things… 52:42 [Key Messages] Integrity, Consistency, Be your Authentic Self…Contact MinalLI: Minal.M.BharwaneyIG: www.instagram.com/thereikihealingsanctuary/Email: minal.bharwaney@gmail.comFB: www.facebook.com/thereikihealingsanctuary/Contact VincentNewsletter: https://vincent1cd.substack.comPro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
Transcribe →" FLOAT Co." with Ciaran Hussey
Dec 8, 202400:49:25Tap to summarizeMy guest on the podcast this week is Ciaran Hussey. Ciaran is married to Dee and has two daughters. Originally from Ireland, Ciaran moved to Hong Kong in 2007. He spent the first 8 years running one of liveliest bars in HK. However, he was looking for a new venture something to take him away from his feeling of being trapped. He was looking for something else to do, something different and he thought he needed to start his own business. Ciaran explains in the podcast how he had heard about Floating through Joe Rogan and 9 years ago and he founded Float Co introducing Float therapy to Hong Kong. Running Float Co initially was a more complex business than running a bar, there was a lot to learn. One of his members became a business partner and helped to bring solid processes to Float co. Two years ago, Float Co introduced an Ice bath and later this year they will be opening up Health related services. In the podcast Ciaran explains that floating is a practice that develops over time and it brings with it many advantages including but not exclusively, improving sleep, reducing stress and anxiety. It can lead to a deep state of relaxation. Ciaran further explains that the addition of audio tracks has enhanced the benefits of Flotation Therapy. The business is evolving with the continued addition of new services.Timings.3:21 Ciaran has lived in Hong Kong for 17 years… my brother and brother in law had a bar called Solace… the vibe was phenomenal… the place was busy… a beautiful city…4:42 Initially I was managing the bar… I had a sense of imposter syndrome…9:06 Around 4 years later things changed a little … less fun …I felt I had no skills…10:47 8 years after arriving I set up Float Co. … I was looking for something else to do … I heard about floating from Jo Rogan…12:19 Improves bad sleep, stress, anxiety… lets bring Floating to Hong Kong…13:26 [My Health] I was a little fatter… none of my health markers were “out of whack”… mentally it was a mess… I was blessed I went through it…14:48 Looked into “Floating”.. to bring it to Hong Kong… we took the space on Caine Road…16:30 We opened “Float Co.” there wasn’t a flood of people… it’s a more complex business than running “A Bar”… There was a lot to learn…18:08 [Float Therapy]… a very deep state of relaxation…20:43 [Business] People keep showing up to help… One of our members became a business partner… brought solid processes to Float… a mentor is invaluable…25:35 [Client benefits]… floating is a practice…parasympathetic is a healing mode… audio tracks to enhance the benefits of floating… heart coherence breathing… a healing space…recovery from stress…breath work…Oxygen Advantage… Buteyko breathing…40:38 [Frequency of use]… Do a few floats in a short amount of time…2 per week for one month then every month… set an intention…43:30 [Key advantages of Floating] Stress relief, pain relief and sleep also creativity…45:34 [Key Message] Some simple changes can change direction…Books : James Nestor - Breathe Contact CiaranIG @floatco.hkFB: FLOAT Cowww.floatco.comContact VincentNewsletter: https://vincent1cd.substack.comPro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
Transcribe →"SÔLTY" with Fasi Deen
Dec 6, 202400:49:47Tap to summarizeFasi arrived in Hong Kong in 2015 and has made it his home. An entrepreneur and the driving force behind the innovative pink salt brand SÔLTY. He is passionate about promoting the use of natural salt products for health and well-being. Fasi is dedicated to holistic living and has a mission to transform lives, paving the way for a healthier and more vibrant future. He believes that luxury should be accessible to everyone and Fasi brings the magic of the Himalayas to enhance his clients health and wellness. His products use most commonly “Pink Himalayan Salt”. Fasi explains the concepts of grades and colours of Himalayan Salts and gives us a deep insight into the mining process. In the podcast Fasi spreads the message of the “Health and Wellness” benefits Himalayan salts, including but not exclusively the 84 trace elements, assistance with breathing conditions like asthma, halotherapy through to salt massage stones, salt blocks and salt spas. Fasi is customer centric, he likes to stay connected with his clientele, to assist them and where necessary educate them. He has produced user manuals for products such as the salt block to offer assistance and to make the SÔLTY experience super positive, whether it is detoxifying with bath salts through to a soothing and relaxing experience using the massage stones.Timing 3.44 We came to HK in 2015… Hong Kong is my second home, I have lived here for more than 10 years… So many opportunities in Hong Kong… I jumped into business…it was exciting… 7:13 Working hard and smart… the smart element is important…8:28 We are in the business of natural exotic salts… the different salts…. An adventure…9:49 We mine it – it’s a rock salt…. It’s not processed…11:30 Processed salt from the sea also has micro-plastics…12:32 Most commonly used is “Pink Himalayan Salt”… extracted from the mines…there are grades… we are doing the highest quality salts…15:33 [Mining the salt]… An adventure… two types of mines – 1. For tourists 2. For large scale mining… mines are owned by the government… there are layers in the supply chain…22:54 [Health Benefits]… Better alternative to regular table salt (usually White) 84 trace minerals, it’s a rock salt, less sodium content… pink colour is from Iron Oxide, help us to balance Ph levels. Can help with blood pressure, a better alternative, just a pinch, sodium content is less than table salt. 29:09 Pink Himalayan salt can assist with breathing conditions like asthma. Halotherapy – breathing salty air for an hour or two. Salt is anti-bacterial…30:27 [Chef - Craig Cormack] Story of a salt room remedy… Salt rooms in Vietnam….33:24 Salt massage stones… 34:13 Salt was a currency in the Roman Empire35:00 [Salt Products] Edible salt, Salt Blocks can go into the oven and can be frozen for ice cream, Shot Glasses, Bowls, Bath Salts – with essential oils, Salt Spas with essential oils…40:42 [Assisting Clients] … we stay connected with our clientele… we like to educate our clientele, we have user manuals for our salt block, we do follow up, we offer assistance…46:04 [Key Message] Contact FasiWebsite https://solty.com.hkLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fasideen/IG: https://www.instagram.com/solty.hk/Contact VincentNewsletter: https://vincent1cd.substack.comPro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
Transcribe →"Cancer and my Continuing Journey" with Andrew Lupton
Nov 10, 202400:52:02Tap to summarizeAndrew first came to Hong Kong in November 1989 as the first stop in his “Around the World Trip”. He is still in Hong Kong with no plans to leave. He hails from Scotland having studied biology at Edinburgh university and subsequently established, run and sold a delicatessen. Andrew believes travel is one of the most enlightening and beneficial things to do. Over the last 30 plus years he has been involved in the business development side of publishing, e-commerce and education technologies. His leadership and strategic vision have been instrumental in driving success and fostering strong client relationships. Andrew has had two significant personal events that have framed his life. One when he tragically lost his wife in 2003 leaving him to raise his two young sons and then in 2019 when he was diagnosed with throat cancer. In the podcast Andrew shares in detail the story of his cancer diagnosis, subsequent treatments and his ongoing recovery. How adversity has given him a completely fresh perspective on life, relationships and what is truly important to him moving forward.Timing3:36 Technically, I am still on my around the world trip….. I arrived in 1989, a couple of kids, HK is home these days… I did a little English Teaching… I got into publishing… then into digital content… online financial training…9:02 I had to retrain … I trained in English Teaching…10:49 No plans to leave… I need to keep working…12:19 I think travel one of the most enlightening and beneficial things to do…13:19 [Cancer Story] A small lump on my neck… a biopsy…I was called to the hospital… scans… a small aggressive tumour…I was very positive…positive thinking…19:46 [Visiting someone in hospital] Treat it as if you had just met them in the street… show empathy…20:55 [Hairy arms story]… 22:55 [How did it feel]… Slightly surreal, I suffer from claustrophobia… I did visulisations…25:26 [A life changing moment]…. Have you made a will… a pivotal moment…how can I help other people…28:51 [Local charities] Birthday Happiness Asia… under-privalidged children… give good memories…31:13 [Radiation treatment]… 6 weeks – coping mechanism…. Visualisations… very comforting…33:54 I am on a journey… I carry on my health protocols…34:55 [Story] 2 wolves story… I am OK I need to feed the white wolf… mental visualisations…36:46 [Helping people]… Listening… RUOK program – ask a friend “Are You OK” share information…39:37 I get a sense of satisfaction when I can help … it’s ok to say I am not OK…41:02 [How can listeners help themselves]… Get checked…Take care of yourself… Prostrate cancer… I monitor it…43:24 [Routines and Practices]… Holistic - a little woo hoo – do good protocols – Andrew Huberman… I look in the sky… Qigong Practice… “8 brocades” – intermittent fasting… alcohol – 5/2 rule…48:13 [Key Message]…Books Protocols – Andrew Huberman Contact AndrewLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewlupton/FB: www.facebook.com/search/top?q=andrew%20luptonIG : www.instagram.com/luppyhk/?hl=enContact VincentNewsletter: https://vincent1cd.substack.comPro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
Transcribe →"BioResonance & Luxuriance" with Christina Lau
Nov 3, 202400:59:51Tap to summarizeChristina grew up in Sweden and later studied in France for two years. She worked in Luxury Retail developing business as Consultant specializing in the Luxury Watch & Jewellery sector working for big brands including but not exclusively, Bulgari, Lanvin, Louis Vuitton and King Fook Holdings. Christina changed to complimentary Healthcare in 2018 and is currently a Bio-resonance Therapist/Business Owner, using Rayonex (German) Technology. She uses Bio-resonance to assist her clients to restore their energetic level to optimal capacity enabling them to recover from diverse ailments in a non-invasive & holistic manner. Christina shares a case study of a gentleman suffering from Gout and explains how she used the “Gout Program” to assist him with bi-weekly visits to reduce his blood sugar and reduce his pain. In the podcast Christina goes into detail to answer the following questions. What is good health? Why do we get sick? What causes imbalance? What is Bio-résonance Therapy and how does it work? Timing 3:28 You grew up in Sweden… My father wanted to work overseas… quite a culture shock…7:38 I chose French as a foreign language… I lived in France for 2 years8:52 [Good Health] A combination of many things… good healthy diet, exercise, stress management, sleep and breathing… fibre rich food…11:01 Variety, follow the seasons, colourful, wholefood, chewing…11:50 Exercise…we are designed to move…increase blood flow… 13:17 Stress, Eustress – healthy stress, chronic stress is not good….compromised immune system, reading, cooking, hiking… 14:37 Sleep… we are designed to sleep… we go through 5 stages… we should sleep 7-9h…16:28 Breathing… use the nose…practice 10-20 reps, be more mindful…20:40 [What makes people sick?]… We look at it as an imbalance in the body… small signals… we need to listen to our body… the problem is imbalance…listen to your body…26:42 I really want to do health care… we can prevent issues with bio-resonance therapy… to assist living longer… to enjoy life…to have individual freedom …30:14 Bio-resonance is not that simple … it is based on quantum physics… everything vibrates… light stimulates our skin … with the right frequency spectrum we can carry out repairs… we change energetic expression…33:59 We are readjusting your frequency expression… using frequency we can detect problems… restore the energetic level… kick-start the self-healing process…37:40 A client undertakes tests to understand food intolerance, especially in the gut…39:10 Environmental chemicals… e.g shampoo, detergents… we can help to desensitize…39:44 Vital substances deficiency test… a long list… to detect update issues or deficiency in the diet… e.g magnesium, iron…40:40 We do a scan – like and ECG scan – we read heartbeat… from the tests we put together a plan…42:37 I am not discounting conventional medicine… offering a complementary assistance… we take a proactive approach looking for the root cause…43:45 [Client approach] Skin issues… look at immune system, the digestive system, liver and pancreas, lastly skin and hair… a holistic approach…45:36[Case Study] A client suffering from gout...54:51 [Frequency/duration of visits] It depends…56:17 [Key Takeaway] (31:53 replace melatonin with melanin- Vitamin D stimulates both hormones - melanin assists skin pigment change with sun exposure ) Contact ChristinaTel: +852 9656 7517Luxuriance Wellness Ltd luxuriancehk@gmail.comContact VincentNewsletter: https://vincent1cd.substack.comPro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
Transcribe →"Whole Business Wellness" with Brian Henderson
Aug 25, 202400:54:44Tap to summarizeBrian was working in London as a lawyer and in 2012 he decided to come to Hong Kong to work for an international law firm. Around 2018 he decided to quit his job after a series of stressful events, he was diagnosed with anxiety and depression. It took him eighteen months to recover. Brian decided to share his story and to assist others experiencing similar episodes. Brian founded “Whole Business Wellness” in 2020 to help companies build thriving cultures using lived experience sharing, mindfulness, resilience building, experiential learning and 30 years of business leadership experience. He also created MoveMEN! as a community and safe space for men to explore vulnerability through life’s ups and downs using movement, meditation and mindful dialogue. Brian shares the story of the evolution of his business in the podcast. How he trained as a Yoga Teacher and a Meditation Teacher and how he brings his expertise and experience into the workplace. He also shares clients stories highlighting how everyone has a different experience and how he assists his clients, amongst other things, to slow down, to sleep better and to improve their relationships.Timing 3:05 I came to HK in 2012… a career step… born in Belfast in 1970’s… I was working in London as a lawyer… I was excited to move to HK…5:22 Always open to new experiences… I worked for an International Law Firm…5:53 Around 2018 a series of stressful events… partner health issues… social unrest… a restructuring at work… a new boss…insomnia…upset tummy…7:58 I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression… I decided to quit my job… it took me around 18 months to recover…11:35 I can help share my story… to assist others… in the corporate space…13:44 70% of C suite executives are reviewing the decision to quit…14:24 [Client Story] Checking in …16:50 [Business evolution Story]… empathy, compassion… psychological safety,.. mindful leadership…18:05 I trained to be a Yoga Teacher, Meditation Teacher I bring it into the workplace… it can be difficult for men…22:06 [Client Story]…Mindfulness, meditation – insight…27:20 [Corporate Clients Stories] Slowing down is so helpful…Sleep better…. Relationships… Everyone has a different experience..31:24[Helping Yourself}… Be intentional… self-care… meditation…33:57 [Business Evolution]… Go deeper… Compassion…Mindfulness…Invest the time… knowing to doing… “The mind creates the abyss and the heart bridges across it”39:31 [Staying on top of things]… less is more…41:53 [Practices]Early morning exercise days, meditation days, sun salutation…[Evening] ….both routines are important…44:21 [Passions] … Finding peace, reconciliation, stability… 45:59 [Helping Men]… On their emotional journey’s … safe spaces…Books :Brene Brown – Atlas of the HeartKathryn Mannix – Listen – Finding the words for Tender ConversationsDaniel Siegal - Mind SightContact BrianLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-henderson-he-him-0207773/?originalSubdomain=hkhttps://www.wholebusinesswellness.comContact VincentNewsletter: https://vincent1cd.substack.comPro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
Transcribe →"Optimal Wellness and Longevity" with Tobey Hill
Aug 20, 202400:52:55Tap to summarizeMy guest on the podcast is Tobey Hill. Tobey is a health and well-being coach, happily married with three children. She moved to Hong Kong from the US in 2008 and is now based in Singapore. Tobey holds certifications in macrobiotic counselling, longevity medicine 101, perimenopause and is a functional medicine certified health coach candidate. Tobey works at "Chi Longevity", a clinic offering a comprehensive, personalized, evidence-based approach to longevity and optimal wellness, and independently through her company "Be Limitless Health & Wellness". In the podcast we discuss how her journey into holistic health began shortly before she was diagnosed with a chronic autoimmune disease over twenty years ago. How she turned to macrobiotics and successfully reversed her illness within three years, becoming a macrobiotic counsellor in the process.Tobey tells the story of why and how she immersed herself in spirituality and meditation practices and studies, leading to a profound personal transformation. She firmly believes that everyone possesses the innate power to create their desired reality and she discusses this in the podcast. Tobey guides her clients to discover their own answers whether in nutrition, movement, lifestyle or mindset.Timing3:52 I grew up on New Jersey – just outside New York – I’m married to my best friend… we have three children… I worked in HK as a Corporate Tax Lawyer… we moved to Singapore in 2021…06:18 My first daughter was two …I was diagnosed with auto-immune hepatitis…7:46 I discovered holistic health… I turned to macro-biotics… I wanted to help others on their healing journey…12:09 I became a macro-biotic counsellor… my liver regenerated itself…13:23 My values are family and health…14:29 As a child I was a perfectionist… this continues…16:39 [Improving wellness] It’s never a straight line… directionally are you going up… I was still in my head a bit…19:34 In 2019/2020 I was in a bad work situation… on an emotional roller coaster… my liver enzymes were elevated… 20:26 I was introduced to Joe Dispenza… Meditation - what a shift… I was ready…21:40 [How do you assist people] A health coach…vision of your physical health, your mental health… 24:50 [Client story]… Working on a shift in mindset…noticing thoughts…limiting beliefs…29:21 Each client is an expert on themselves…everyone has their innate strengths…30:57 [Helping yourself]… You are in control of you…start noticing your thoughts…35:04 [Overcoming challenges]… a negative body image… it stuck around for a long time… I used Emotion Freedom Technique… then meditation… gratitude… change of mindset…41:09 [Routine and Practices]… Habits… no strict morning routine… morning light… meditation… celebrate your successes…Books: (1) Steve Chandlers: Reinventing Yourself… simple and relateable… (2) Peter Attia – Outlive49:11 [Key Message] Contact TobeyChi Longevity: https://www.chilongevity.com/tobey@chilongevity.comChi Longevity: https://www.chilongevity.com/tobey@belimitlesswellness.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tobeyahill-97Contact VincentNewsletter: https://vincent1cd.substack.comPro Coach: https://procoach.app/vincent-hiscoxEmail: vincent.hiscox@outlook.comLinkedIn: Vincent Hiscox
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