Show Notes: Hey everyone, Jai Sugrim here, and welcome back to another episode of The Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast. This week, we're diving into the world of high performers with a special personal share episode I've titled "The Big Leagues." This episode is divided into four insightful segments, where I'll be sharing my experiences, thoughts, and perspectives on what it means to be a high performer and how to find balance in the pursuit of success. Segment 1 : Becoming a Coach to High Perform...
May 10, 2023•44 min•Ep. 36
Welcome to Episode 35 of The Art of Aging Mindfully podcast. In this episode, host Jai Sugrim shares the wisdom embedded in five powerful Sanskrit mantras that can bring peace and prosperity into our lives. The first mantra is "Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu," which translates to "May all beings everywhere be happy and free, and may the thoughts, words, and actions of my own life contribute in some way to that happiness and to that freedom for all." Jai explains how this mantra is a reminder to...
May 05, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 35
Welcome to the show Folks, I'm your host Jai Sugrim! On Episode 34 of The Art of Aging Mindfully Podcast, I speak with Mahryah Shain, CEO of More Hair Naturally, a company that offers all-natural solutions for hair loss using probiotics, amino acids, and peptide complexes. Mahryah has been with the company since 2003 and has helped revolutionize the hair industry with their unique blend of nature and science. The conversation focuses on the causes of hair loss, how to treat it with all-natural p...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 34
Welcome to the Art of Aging Mindfully podcast, where we explore different ways to live a long and healthy life. I’m your host, Jai Sugrim. In this episode, we'll be talking about a groundbreaking technology that can help us preserve our current cells for future use, and potentially grow new tissues and organs. Our guest today is Dr. Drew Taylor, a longevity science expert and the founder of Acorn Biolabs. He'll be sharing his insights on stem cell banking and its potential benefits for human hea...
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 33
Hey Everyone welcome to the podcast! Episode 32 Is all about the theory and practice of Mindful Breathing Meditation. I first discuss theory, and then lead a guided meditation that you, the listener will follow along with! The Guided Meditation Practice Begins at 36:38 There are four steps to meditation: Instructions for Meditation with Mindfulness of the Breath Choose a comfortable seat Commit to your posture, be still Focus on the inflow and outflow of the breath Allow thoughts to come and go ...
Apr 12, 2023•50 min•Ep. 32
Welcome to the pod folks! Episode 31 is all about "Aging Mindfully with The Philosophy of Vedanta." Vedanta philosophy is a spiritual tradition originating from ancient India that emphasizes the oneness of all beings and the ultimate reality of existence. It teaches that the true nature of the self is pure consciousness, which is beyond the limitations of the body and mind. As we age, we become more aware of the impermanence of life and the inevitability of death. Vedanta philosophy offers a way...
Apr 04, 2023•58 min•Ep. 31
Welcome to the pod Folks! On Episode 30 I talk about the difficulty in Identifying a true expert! In today's world, it can be difficult to find a true expert for several reasons: Overload of information: With the internet and social media, we have access to an overwhelming amount of information. It can be difficult to separate the true experts from those who are simply presenting themselves as experts. Limited attention span: In a world where we are constantly bombarded with information, many pe...
Mar 31, 2023•50 min•Ep. 30
Hey Everyone, Welcome to the podcast! Episode 29 is all about Exploring The Possibility of Reincarnation. Reincarnation is the belief that a soul or spirit can be reborn in a new body after death. On this show I explain karma, and its relationship to the cycle of birth and death. My Motivations for Talking about Reincarnation Include: The Half Marathon I just finished at West Point was an inspiring death practice It was connected to liberation, when I finished the race. Someone died in the flame...
Mar 22, 2023•41 min•Ep. 29
Welcome to the podcast everyone! This week's show is called "Celebrating 48 years of life." As I approach the milestone of 50, I wanted to share some life lessons that I've gleaned from life, so far. This episode will be particularly useful to those around ages 35 - 50 because I discuss a the mind we make as we mature psychologically. If we have been practicing consistently, there are things we can clean and release from the mind, as we experience a personal growth and insights from our experien...
Mar 16, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 28
Welcome to the show friends! On this episode I share 10 tips that can help you with mastery of the yoga postures: Seek guidance: Work with a qualified yoga teacher who can guide you and offer feedback on your practice. Consistency: Regular practice is key. Set aside a specific time each day to practice yoga. Study Yoga Sutra 1.12 Practice non-attachment: Let go of expectations and enjoy the journey. Remember that yoga is not just about the physical postures, but also about the inner transformati...
Mar 06, 2023•48 min•Ep. 27
Welcome to the podcast everyone! On This episode I discuss 4 aspects to running in my 40's that include: 1.The Challenge of Running in my 40's 2. The Reward of Running in my 40's 3. The Camaraderie and Sense of Community that come from Running in my 40's 4. Running as a Spiritual practice - running towards your highest self/soul The joy of running in my 40s is connected the feelings of fun, accomplishment and freedom. It's as though I've saved some youth for old age hahaha! Lately, after having ...
Mar 02, 2023•48 min•Ep. 26
Hey Everyone, Today's show is all about The Art of Energy Management. I will share 8 tips that you can use to have more energy in your day, week, month or year. In the Art of Energy Management we must learn: To have the perfect morning, or (a fluid start to the day) To Optimize for stellar cognition and brain health To Get great sleep, 7 - 9 hours of rest To to hydrate the body and stay hydrated Learn To Coil and express our Energy (taking breaks) To remember to focus on things that are within o...
Feb 25, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 25
Hey Everybody! Welcome to The Art of Aging Mindfully podcast. Today's episode is all about the wisdom of The Grand Pronouncements, also known as the Mahavakyas. These key statements are considered to be the essence of Hindu philosophy and spirituality, providing us with profound truths about the ultimate reality and the nature of existence. In this episode, we will delve into three of the most well-known Mahavakyas and explore their deeper meanings. The Grand Pronouncements are usually grouped i...
Feb 16, 2023•47 min•Ep. 24
Hey Everybody, Welcome to the podcast. Today’s Show is all about developing a spiritual practice that you can lean on. This topic is very dear to me, and really opens me up energetically Times are fast, tough, and confusing, but simultaneously filled with opportunities for growth, abundance, and peace of mind. Everything is happening all at once and it's all about what you tune into. It's about learning to adjust your vibratory frequency. On This Episode of The Art of Aging Mindfully I: Define w...
Feb 09, 2023•45 min•Ep. 23
Hello Friends, Welcome to the podcast! Episode 22 is a 20 minute practice of Yoga Nidra, where you simply lay on the ground, and follow the guided relaxation, step by step. The name of the show is "Yoga Nidra for Self Realization" 0 This practice is perfect for the end of the day, as you prepare for a good night's rest! Do not listen to this episode while driving or operating heavy equipment. The journey should be taken in a safe, stable environment. The Practice begins at 2:32 The Art of Aging ...
Feb 03, 2023•22 min•Ep. 22
Welcome to the show everybody! This is the first episode of the Re-Brand of The Jai Sugrim Method to The Art of Aging Mindfully! On this episode I talk about a handful of things which include: 1. The Rebrand and how comfortable it feels to be dialed into my niche! 2. The arch of my professional career: I am sharing what I have gleaned from 28 years of professional experience, first as a Personal Trainer, Licensed Massage Therapist, and then as a Yoga Teacher and Health Coach. Lots of juice and t...
Jan 30, 2023•47 min•Ep. 21
Hello Everyone, Welcome to the podcast. Episode 39 is all about the destabilizing effect that committing to a long term spiritual practice can have on our lives. This recurring destabilization for the long term spiritual aspirant is often challenging, but tied to immeasurable personal growth, and long term positive changes. The title of this show is called The 108 Funerals of The Spiritual Aspirant and could easily be called the 1008 and Funerals… because on the lifelong path of yoga or any spir...
Nov 17, 2022•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 20
Welcome to the podcast everyone! Have you ever wondered about reincarnation, your coming death, or the meaning of life? Have you ever pondered the eternal question: Who am I? If so you'll really dig this episode where I read one of the sacred texts of India, called the "Katha Upanishad." This is the story of a young boy, a brahmin, who gets the chance to have three wishes granted by the lord of death, named Yama. The Boy, Nachiketas, asks Yama, in his third wish, to reveal the secrets of what ha...
Nov 11, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 19
On Episode 37 of the podcast I recommend three forms of exercise that should be incorporated into an overall training program for living a long healthy life. I believe that everyone in the second half of life should work towards 6 hours of exercise weekly, if they wish to “hack” their way to 100, with most of those years being healthy. In a nutshell, and one broad brushstroke, all you have to do is run, lift weights, do yoga, sleep well and eat healthy. These factors are simplified and of course...
Nov 04, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 18
Hello Friends, On Episode 35 of the podcast, I speak with one of the great yoga teachers of our time, Jeffrey Villaneuva, on "The Influence of Ashtanga Yoga on Our Lives." The Ashtanga Yoga Method is a very vigorous, effortful practice that builds a lot of devotion in the practitioner who takes to it, consistently. Jeff and I are steeped in continuous practice, and on this episode we riff on the what we've learned from the longer arch of our personal journeys. Listeners can expect honesty, reali...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 17
Welcome to the show folks!!! Episode 34 is a play by play, multi-day recording of my 72 hour water fast. I usually fast 4 times per year, as the seasons turn from one to the next. Since I am an experienced faster, I continued my daily yoga practice, and did some work during the 3 days of not eating any food. I do not recommend this if you want to try your first fast. Instead it is best to take off from work, rest more, and remain as chill and meditative as possible. Here are some interesting Tim...
Sep 05, 2022•1 hr 58 min•Ep. 16
Welcome to the podcast everyone. On Episode 31, I describe the basics of yoga philosophy in 3 basic chunks, and along the way, I illustrate how these teachings have been applied to my life in an illuminating way. I first interpret the first four yoga sutras of master Patanjali, in order to arrive at a clear working definition of yoga. This way we know the goal of practice, as codified by one of the masters of the past. Then I share the 8 limbed path of yoga, to expound upon a multi - pronged app...
Jun 10, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 15
In October of 2013 I lived for 28 days, deep inside of the Amazon Jungle, to study shamanism with my Teacher. I committed to drinking master plants of the jungle, under the Shaman's guidance, while living in total solitude. This is the story of the most adventurous trip I have ever had, and a life defining moment. It is about the power of the jungle to teach, heal and inspire us to live our best life. There is a little bit about Ayahuasca, but not a ton, because that is the subject for another s...
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 14
Welcome to the podcast Folks! On this Episode of the show, I have a discussion on Psychedelic Therapy with The hosts of the Men Talking Mindfulness Podcast, Will Schneider and Jon Macaskill. We discuss the importance of set and setting, if one is to try psychedelics. You want to have a good "mindset" and be in a safe stable place, with guidance if available. Each of us share our personal history with psychedelics, as well as how they are tools for learning, and as such should be respected. We al...
May 06, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 13
Hello Everyone, Welcome to the podcast! It’s Monday April 25th, 2022. I ran the Brooklyn Marathon yesterday and on today’s episode of the podcast, I describe the psychology of marathon running. I discuss four aspects of a marathon from 1. WHY (why do we attempt the impossible?) 2. The process of training, 3. The type of head it takes for execution of the goal on race day, and 4. Integration of the experience into one’s life going forward, after the big race is done. 3:52 - Start of the Story!!! ...
Apr 26, 2022•51 min•Ep. 12
Hello Everyone, Welcome to the podcast. On this episode of the show, called "Adventures in Awakening” I provide a personal share about my continuing experience of higher consciousness through the years. I map 11 life experiences in my personal chronology, where spirit and insight shone. These events brought more and more devotion to the spiritual path. A spiritual awakening is radical and changes one’s world view. It is literally a fork in the road, where how you respond to life's challenges, ha...
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 11
Hello Everyone! This Episode of the podcast is a 25 minute guided relaxation, that you follow along with, as you lay down on the earth. The guided experience will help you to relax, while you remain aware. The language patterns that are used are based on the "I am Brahman" mantra, which brings the spiritual seeker in touch with their Divine Essence. Vedics and Vedantins call it "Aham Brahmasmi" You will go extremely deep into the subconscious mind, on this shavasana. This is an opportunity to le...
Jan 26, 2022•32 min•Ep. 10
Hello Friends! Welcome to The Jai Sugrim Method! On This Episode of the podcast I take a deep dive in conversation with musician and guide East Forest. We speak at length about the creative process, the power of psychedelic ceremony, appreciating the spirit of nature, how we learn, the role of nada yoga in the awakening process, and the uniqueness of our times. I walked away learning more about an old friend, and feeling inspired to be of service to my fellow humans during a transformational tim...
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 9
Hello Everyone, Today's Episode of the podcast is a resource to all that wish for more authenticity. You can skip the introduction and head to the meditation at 3:24 This meditation is a thread that connects the members of The Satyagraha Wisdom Community. We are devoted to inquiry and learning. Practicing this meditation will connect you to "truth force" or the desire to experience the true within. The Satyagraha Wisdom Community will meet on Zoom twice per month. We will connect on the 2'nd and...
Oct 16, 2021•20 min•Ep. 8
Hello Everyone, welcome to the podcast! On this episode I speak with Jonathan Rosenthal, M.D. to learn more about how yoga practice affects the brain and how the brain affects yoga practice. This was a fun, educational conversational that allowed me to learn more about the effects of my practice. If you like learning, this episode will be yummy food for your big brain. A bit about Jonathan : Jonathan is a resident physician at NYU School of Medicine. He graduated with a Summa Cum Laude Bachelor ...
May 14, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 7
