The Mindful Movement Podcast and Community

J. Eric Oliver is a professor of political science at the University of Chicago and the author of How to Know Yourself: The Art and Science of Discovering Who You Really Are. His work blends political science, psychology, and philosophy to explore how we form beliefs, construct identity, and often misunderstand our own behavior.

In this episode of the Mindful Movement Podcast, I sit down with Eric to explore what it actually means to know yourself. We get into how language shapes identity, why the “self” may be better understood as an evolving system rather than something fixed, and how much of what we call free will is influenced by habit and environment. We also talk about consciousness as an active process, the role of pain as a signal, and what it looks like to better understand the internal systems driving your behavior.

Connect with Eric at jericolive.com

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In this episode of the Mindful Movement Podcast, I sit down with Light Watkins to explore what it really means to create lasting change without burning yourself out. We dive into the idea of taking a slower, more intentional approach to growth, redefining success, and building habits that actually stick. This conversation moves from big-picture philosophy into practical strategies you can apply right away, whether you’re trying to improve your health, mindset, or overall direction in life.

Light Watkins is a meditation teacher, bestselling author, and global speaker known for helping people bring mindfulness into everyday life. His work focuses on presence, simplicity, and sustainable personal growth, making meditation and transformation feel approachable rather than overwhelming.

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I sat down with Dr. Josh Davis for this episode of the Mindful Movement to explore how communication, mindset, and behavior shape our relationships, parenting, and leadership. Josh is a neuroscientist trained at Columbia University, former Barnard faculty member, and certified NLP trainer with over two decades of experience in behavior change.

We break down Neurolinguistic Programming as a practical set of tools for understanding mental models, improving communication, and approaching behavior through curiosity and the idea that actions often carry a positive intention.

We also get into real-world applications, repairing relationships through open communication, how self-reflection drives growth, and how a parent’s mindset influences their interactions with their kids. Josh shares how these same principles apply to leadership and team dynamics, offering tools you can actually use to better understand yourself and others.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:45 What is NLP – Neurolinguistic Programming
03:11 Understanding Change and the Role of NLP
06:00 The Tools and Techniques of NLP
08:47 NLP in Parenting: Balancing Leadership and Playfulness
11:56 Mental Models and Their Impact on Parenting
14:56 Navigating Social Comparisons and Self-Worth
18:09 Control and Evaluation in Parenting and Life
35:06 The Art of Letting Go
38:44 Navigating Parental Intentions
41:20 How to Trust Your Kids in Parenting
44:29 Repairing Relationships with Kids
53:11 Positive Intentions Behind Actions
58:26 Understanding Communication and Worry
01:00:09 Repairing Relationships with Kids
01:04:46 Reflections on Family Dynamics
01:08:20 Applying NLP in Parenting and Business
01:12:40 The Interconnectedness of Personal and Professional Life
01:18:08 Curiosity and Communication in Relationships

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Thanks so much for all of your support!
With gratitude,
Les and Sara
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In this episode of the Mindful Movement Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Koche to explore her journey from being diagnosed with leukemia at age 15 to becoming a physician focused on integrative medicine and prevention. We talk about the importance of understanding the root causes behind health issues, how nutrition and lifestyle can influence recovery and long-term health, and why mitochondrial function and metabolic health play such a central role in overall well-being. Dr. Koche also shares perspectives on thyroid health, perimenopause, the connection between emotional and physical health, and why learning to listen to your body’s signals can be an important part of the healing process.

Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Deep Unwind Retreat

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Buy Sara's New Book Here!
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Thanks so much for all of your support!
With gratitude,
Les and Sara
_________________________________________________________
Some of our Favorite Affiliates...
Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from Sunlighten
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Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate Longevity

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Dr. Andrew J. Holman is a rheumatologist and Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Washington with more than two decades of experience studying autoimmune disease, chronic pain, and the autonomic nervous system.

He is also the co-founder and CEO of Inmedix, a health technology company focused on measuring physiological stress through heart rate variability (HRV) and other autonomic markers to better understand how stress responses may influence chronic disease and overall health.

In this episode of the Mindful Movement Podcast, Les sits down with Dr. Holman to discuss the origins of autoimmune disease, the role of chronic stress in immune dysfunction, and how heart rate variability is being explored as a tool to measure stress physiology.

Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Deep Unwind Retreat

Check Out the New YouTube Channel Here

1:1 Sessions
PERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING
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Buy Sara's New Book Here!
Please give a review and let the community know what you think!
Thanks so much for all of your support!
With gratitude,
Les and Sara
_________________________________________________________
Some of our Favorite Affiliates...
Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from Sunlighten
The Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFUL
Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate Longevity

Our Sponsors:
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