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Taking a break is an essential part of growth, go too far however and it can just become a way to make excuses. Join us for another edition of Mere Mortals Monday Movement (4M's).About Mere Mortals:Striving for excellence through life's lessons. Learnings from podcasts, interviews, book reviews and reflection on how to push beyond a Mere Mortal.Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalsmedia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mere_mortals_media/Facebook: https://facebook.com/MeremortalsmediaSupport the show

Why should you care about how you breathe and what is the difference between nasal and mouth breathing? In this themed episode Juan and Kyrin discuss the topic of 'Breathing'. The crew start off with some fun facts, like that continuous breathing through your mouth can actually change the shape of your face. This tends to be a deleterious change and there are in fact numerous benefits to gaining your oxygen nasally versus through the mouth.The MM crew then get onto techniques (Wim Hof method/Valsalva) as well as their own personal experiences of altering their breath while swimming, exercising and practising breath holds. The body has some amazing adaptations that allow longer hold times (such as the dive reflex) and it is actually possible to breathe through an oxygen-rich liquid called Perflurocarbons. The conversation is ended with some pragmatic outcomes and some fantastic news on the podcast front. As always, we hope you enjoy, Mere Mortals out!Timeline:0:00 - Introduction0:55 - Mere Mortal Moments4:27 - Definition & techniques6:10 - Fun facts on breathing8:21 - Mouth breathing changes the shape of your face10:30 - Benefits of nasal breathing13:30 - Wim Hof breathing example and observations16:08 - Changing your ventilation during exercise19:21 - How Juan took in air while swimming21:42 - Valsalva technique for heavy squatting24:08 - The 4 vital signs of life26:56 - Liquid breathing and PFC's30:38 - The Dive Reflex32:45 - Unconscious vs voluntary breathing34:51 - Juan and his sister; the crazy siblings38:49 - Kyrin's max breath hold and variations40:42 - Pragmatic outcomes from the conversation44:52 - Final sum up and some fantastic news!About Mere Mortals:Striving for excellence through life's lessons. Learnings from podcasts, interviews, book reviews and reflection on how to push beyond a Mere Mortal.Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalsmedia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mere_mortals_media/Facebook: https://facebook.com/MeremortalsmediaSupport the show

Matsen Jasch is the host of the Inner City Hermit podcast, a local Brisbane based lifestyle/comedy podcast. We start off with a common problem (that is not unique to podcasters) of comparing yourself to others. Matsen gives us a couple of tips of how to get out of this mindset and into one of mutual cooperation and collaboration. He also reveals his method of reaching out to people and how he gets such a large variety of guests on his show.The rest of the time we jump around a multitude of topics. These range from the importance of sports and making lifelong friends, our individual travel stories in Colombia, Canada, etc, why Japan is so cool and unlike any other country, wandering aimlessly through a new city and the small joys of travelling somewhere exotic, Pokemon cards and a live opening of 2 x packs, being silly and having fun by not taking oneself too seriously before ending off with some tips of podcasting consistency and the nature of the podcast game.This wasn't so much an interview as a light-hearted chat between two new friends. Matsen is an awesome bloke and make sure you check out his podcast (links below). Hope you enjoyed, Mere Mortals out!0:00 - Intro0:55 - Comparing yourself to others3:06 - Podcasting is not a competition6:50 - How Matsen gets guests9:20 - The importance of sports in making friends13:25 - Travel stories from around the world19:56 - Why you must go to Japan!26:45 - The small joys of travelling somewhere new33:20 - Pokemon cards & opening some packs40:17 - Having fun & not taking yourself too seriously44:33 - Podcasting consistency and nature of the gameConnect with Matsen:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxbtvXGxtYwSM1t-qGTaB_w/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innercityhermit/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/innercityhermitSupport the show

Do you find yourself judging and comparing yourself to the pinnacles of 'success'? In this episode of Meanderings, Juan and Kyrin discuss: recognising that even the best of people can't do everything, the common traps of self judgement and comparison, the unfairness of life, knowing when to quit and give up and rekindling lost passions through introspection.0:00 - Intro0:25 - Being proud of being a Mere Mortal6:15 - Comparing life to a video game8:18 - The traps of self comparison13:55 - When you get down to it, life is unfair15:50 - A Mere Mortals celebration17:43 - How to know when to give up?25:54 - A sum up of quitting26:57 - Short quotes needing context and Tai Lopez30:05 - Rekindling the learning passion32:55 - Losing a passion and how to get it back35:14 - Where to find the Mere MortalsAs always, we hope you enjoy, Mere Mortals out!About Mere Mortals:Striving for excellence through life's lessons. Learnings from podcasts, interviews, book reviews and reflection on how to push beyond a Mere Mortal.Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalsmedia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mere_mortals_media/Facebook: https://facebook.com/MeremortalsmediaSupport the show

Join the debate. Are the best karaoke songs those which require you to sing in strange ways or those which suit your natural tone? In this episode of 'Musings' Juan and Kyrin have a look at the week that was and pick out the choice selections of their learnings. These included the power of negative visualisation, looking back on your progress as unbearable situations now become easily manageable, the result of experience on one's decision making as well as the untapped daily potential that stirs within.0:00 - Intro & karaoke1:13 - Death and negative visualisation3:50 - Negative contemplation resulting in positive outcomes7:09 - Priorities now versus 20 years old14:52 - Opportunities and decision making through experience16:38 - The best type of karaoke song19:30 - Looking back on your progress24:37 - The untapped potential we all have28:41 - Where to find Mere Mortals and sum upAs always, we hope you enjoy, Mere Mortals out!About Mere Mortals:Striving for excellence through life's lessons. Learnings from podcasts, interviews, book reviews and reflection on how to push beyond a Mere Mortal.Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalsmedia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mere_mortals_media/Facebook: https://facebook.com/MeremortalsmediaSupport the show

The secret to happiness - "See all the marvels of the world and never forget the drops of oil in the spoon" - The Alchemist (Paulo Coelho)As always, we hope you enjoy, Mere Mortals out!About Mere Mortals:Striving for excellence through life's lessons. Learnings from podcasts, interviews, book reviews and reflection on how to push beyond a Mere Mortal.Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalsmedia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mere_mortals_media/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MortalsMereFacebook: https://facebook.com/MeremortalsmediaSupport the show

What are the reason's that drive someone to take their own life? In this sombre themed episode Juan and Kyrin discuss the topic of 'Suicide'. While not a pleasant theme the MM crew were suggested the topic and it follows the recent discussion Juan had with Jodie Addis (MM Interview #014) about mental health. 0:00 - Introduction1:17 - Mere Mortal Moments4:30 - Definition & Etymology5:32 - Kurt Cobain's suicide details10:12 - It's better to burn out than fade away13:18 - Social connection and its role in suicides15:20 - The interpersonal theory of suicide18:05 - Myths and stigmas of the topic20:36 - Kurt Cobain's suicide note, disconnection and justification24:05 - Australia suicide statistics and the effect of Coronavirus30:16 - Some books dealing with the theme32:35 - Ethics of assisted suicide36:38 - Cultures and traditions where suicide is venerated39:10 - Difference between suicide and suicidal acts42:09 - The portrayal of high-profile suicides in the media44:07 - General round upFor those struggling with depression or experiencing suicidal thoughts please seek help from the myriad of sources available. As mentioned we are not healthcare professionals and as such this discussion should be viewed as our personal thoughts on the topic. As always, we hope you enjoy, Mere Mortals out!About Mere Mortals:Striving for excellence through life's lessons. Learnings from podcasts, interviews, book reviews and reflection on how to push beyond a Mere Mortal.Support the show

The team had the great pleasure of interviewing Jodie from The Mental Health Podcast, a brand new podcast raising awareness on some often swept under the carpet type of topics. Among other things we discussed her own personal "rock bottom" scenarios, her Why behind bringing the podcast to live and the message she wants everyone to walk away with.As always, we hope you enjoy, Mere Mortals out!About Mere Mortals:Striving for excellence through life's lessons. Learnings from podcasts, interviews, book reviews and reflection on how to push beyond a Mere Mortal.Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalsmedia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mere_mortals_media/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MortalsMereFacebook: https://facebook.com/MeremortalsmediaSupport the show

What drives a person to put their health on the line just for the sake of being the best? In this episode of 'Meanderings' Juan and Kyrin discuss:0:00 - Intro & MM improvements2:55 - Deep breathing and freedivers8:53 - Retaining information and Juan's new process13:20 - Kyrin's purpose for doing book reviews20:55 - Do the Mere Mortals miss travelling?23:40 - Will future generations travel if VR is improved?26:32 - When did the Mere Mortals last play video games?27:55 - Is gaming a waste of time?32:32 - Sum up and endingAs always, we hope you enjoy, Mere Mortals out!Support the show

Which comes first, trust or vulnerability? In this episode of 'Musings' Juan and Kyrin attempt to answer this question and also discuss: Tristan Harris (the good guy of Silicon Valley), phone tips/tricks to reduce the attraction of social media, chasing the story-line, choosing between hell yes or no, altered states from Wim Hof breathing, the problem with the Pareto principle and cutting out negative bullshit. Pride cometh before the fall. Upon celebrating improving our lighting quality, our audio decided to have a few glitches. Apologies in advance, unfortunately the universe likes to abuse us poor, lowly, Mere Mortals. As always, we hope you enjoy, Mere Mortals out!About Mere Mortals:Striving for excellence through life's lessons. Learnings from podcasts, interviews, book reviews and reflection on how to push beyond a Mere Mortal.Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalsmedia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mere_mortals_media/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MortalsMereFacebook: https://facebook.com/MeremortalsmediaSupport the show