The Mind and Body Connection with world-class coach Alex Rawiri

The Mind and Body Connection in Health and Wellness The mind and body connection plays a vital role in achieving overall health and wellness. It is the intricate interplay between our thoughts, emotions, and physical well-being that shapes our holistic state of being. Understanding and harnessing this powerful relationship can lead to transformative benefits, as our mental state influences our physical health and vice versa. By recognizing the profound impact of our thoughts on our body's responses and utilizing practices such as mindfulness, meditation, and stress management, we can cultivate a harmonious mind-body connection that supports optimal well-being and promotes a balanced and fulfilling life.   In this episode, I am joined by Alex Rawiri, a world-class certified personal trainer and wellness coach, to talk about the importance of the mind and body connection in your wellness journey. Alex shares ways to use the mind and body to get better health results, how people can understand their why in their fitness journey, and the importance of good support and a positive environment in your journey. He also talks about the difference between positive self-talk and toxic positivity and the positive routines that people should get into. Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!   Timestamps [00:53] How Alex Rawiri got into the health and wellness space [04:14] The connection between the mind and the body [05:18] Using the mind and body to get better health results [06:21] Getting people to understand their why as a fitness coach [14:02] The difference between positive self-talk and toxic positivity [16:26] The effects of the statement, it is what it is [18:07] The power of your past experiences [23:01] The importance of good support and a positive environment in your wellness journey [26:26] The positive routines that people should get into [31:55] The state of being that comes with meditation [33:18] Getting started in the mind and body connection    ●      “Having the discipline to flip the switch and train yourself to see the good even where there is suffering, is  powerful.” ●      “Everyone's past is their power. Utilize that in your now.” ●      “Internal work is the foundation of what should be taught in school.” Website: https://www.wholisticmovement.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wholistic.Strength.Coach TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wholistic_strength_coach Website: https://www.freshcoaching.me/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annavealecoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshcoachingnz/?hl=en