On Purpose with Jay Shetty Gary Brecka: 5 Ways Sitting is Shortening Your Lifespan & 2 Changes to Transform Your Daily Routine
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Apr 1, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, Gary Brecka, co-founder of 10X Health and a biohacking expert, reveals how excessive sitting can significantly shorten your lifespan. He emphasizes the importance of daily movement and shares simple yet effective strategies to boost emotional health. Breathing techniques are spotlighted for their dual role in enhancing physical and mental well-being. Brecka also sheds light on the connections between mental health and nutrition, highlighting how a holistic approach can lead to improved health outcomes.
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Emotions, Memory, and the Future
- The amygdala, where emotions are felt, is the sole gateway to the hippocampus, where memories are stored.
- This means our current emotional state influences our memory and, consequently, our future.
Sedentary Lifestyle and Shallow Breathing
- Avoid a sedentary lifestyle, as it's a leading cause of mortality due to shallow breathing.
- Shallow breathing reduces oxygen intake, making the blood more acidic and hospitable to disease.
Breathwork for Better Health
- Practice deep, longer breaths less frequently for better health.
- Try the Wim Hof method: 3 rounds of 30 deep breaths, holding your breath after exhaling on the 30th.