#36 Music For Your Next Psychedelic Trip - East Forest (:macro)
This episode is with East Forest, (@Eastforest) a musician who uses sound to guide audiences through psychedelic states of consciousness. Kyle attended one of East Forest's concerts, then sat down with him for this interview at his hotel the following day. I took pieces from this interview as well as time at the show to write this reported profile piece which you can read at Trendswithbenefits.com.
9 Juli 20221h 6min
#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 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 episodes are long-form interviews with Tw/B's Head of Editorial, Kyle Thiermann. Comprising deep conversations with athletes, intellectuals and everyone in between, each episode is anchored around mental health. For weekly stories visit Trends w/ Benefits and sign up for our newsletter. If you dig this podcast please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 60 seconds and helps a bunch. Get 20% off your first MUD\WTR by using the code TWB20 at checkout. Reach out and send voice memos to podcast@mudwtr.com
8 Juli 202211min
#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 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 episodes are long-form interviews with Tw/B's Head of Editorial, Kyle Thiermann. Comprising deep conversations with athletes, intellectuals and everyone in between, each episode is anchored around mental health. For weekly stories visit Trends w/ Benefits and sign up for our newsletter. If you dig this podcast please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 60 seconds and helps a bunch. Get 20% off your first MUD\WTR by using the code TWB20 at checkout. Reach out and send voice memos to podcast@mudwtr.com
4 Juli 202217min
#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 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 episodes are long-form interviews with Tw/B's Head of Editorial, Kyle Thiermann. Comprising deep conversations with athletes, intellectuals and everyone in between, each episode is anchored around mental health. For weekly stories visit Trends w/ Benefits and sign up for our newsletter. If you dig this podcast please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 60 seconds and helps a bunch. Get 20% off your first MUD\WTR by using the code TWB20 at checkout. Reach out and send voice memos to podcast@mudwtr.com
1 Juli 20226min
#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. 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 episodes are long-form interviews with Tw/B's Head of Editorial, Kyle Thiermann. Comprising deep conversations with athletes, intellectuals and everyone in between, each episode is anchored around mental health. For weekly stories visit Trends w/ Benefits and sign up for our newsletter. If you dig this podcast please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 60 seconds and helps a bunch. Get 20% off your first MUD\WTR by using the code TWB20 at checkout. Reach out and send voice memos to podcast@mudwtr.com
30 Juni 202220min
#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 episodes are long-form interviews with Tw/B's Head of Editorial, Kyle Thiermann. Comprising deep conversations with athletes, intellectuals and everyone in between, each episode is anchored around mental health. For weekly stories visit Trends w/ Benefits and sign up for our newsletter. If you dig this podcast please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 60 seconds and helps a bunch. Get 20% off your first MUD\WTR by using the code TWB20 at checkout. Reach out and send voice memos to podcast@mudwtr.com
29 Juni 20221h 35min
#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 anything but. 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 episodes are long-form interviews with Tw/B's Head of Editorial, Kyle Thiermann. Comprising deep conversations with athletes, intellectuals and everyone in between, each episode is anchored around mental health. For weekly stories visit Trends w/ Benefits and sign up for our newsletter. If you dig this podcast please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 60 seconds and helps a bunch. Get 20% off your first MUD\WTR by using the code TWB20 at checkout. Reach out and send voice memos to podcast@mudwtr.com
28 Juni 202218min
#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 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 episodes are long-form interviews with Tw/B's Head of Editorial, Kyle Thiermann. Comprising deep conversations with athletes, intellectuals and everyone in between, each episode is anchored around mental health. For weekly stories visit Trends w/ Benefits and sign up for our newsletter. If you dig this podcast please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 60 seconds and helps a bunch. Get 20% off your first MUD\WTR by using the code TWB20 at checkout. Reach out and send voice memos to podcast@mudwtr.com
24 Juni 20226min
