Our last morning in Austin, Dr. . Aia took us for a ruck, a hike with weighted backpacks. >> This to me is as much about mental health and socialization, being in nature, and rucking is simply a vehicle to get that.>> How much work do you do on your emotional and mental health. >> A lot. I mean, it's uh as much a practice as what I put into exercise or, you know, blood work and cancer screening and all the other things that make up physical health.>> Aia has been open about dealing with depression and anger ...

Personal Health & Wellness Journey - The speaker experienced a significant decline in health, including chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, autoimmune disease, and depression, leading to a breaking point [1][4] - Seeking help and solutions was initially perceived as weakness but is reframed as an act of courage and strength [5] - The journey involved exploring various healing modalities and cultural practices worldwide, not to replace science but to understand different approaches to meaning and recovery [7][8][9] - Three key elements defined the speaker's transformation: faith (belief to keep going), fervor (courage and persistence), and favor (believing in worthiness of feeling better) [11][12] - Seeking professional help from doctors, therapists, and experts is crucial for those struggling with physical or mental health [13][14] Transformation & Growth - Change comes to those who actively seek, stay curious, and remain open to new possibilities [15] - Growth is not about reverting to a past self but about evolving into one's intended potential [15] - Even after life's challenges, individuals retain the capacity to rise, seek, and discover their own path to wholeness [16] Universal Human Experience - Human beings across cultures and disciplines are fundamentally asking how to transform their lives when facing adversity [10]

And joining us now, the head of the health team for the hostages and missing families forum, Dr. . Hagai Lavine. Dr.. Thank you so much uh for taking the time to talk to us. Uh what are you and your team preparing to see and to deal with after these hostages who of course have been held for more than two years now are finally released. So we need to be prepared for any possibility.We know from previous releases that hostages are expected to be harmed both physically and mentally. H we know that also from th ...

Health & Wellbeing - Reconnecting with nature can improve health, happiness, and overall wellbeing [9][19] - Nature acts on a neurological and hormonal level, generating feelings of wellbeing [16] - Nature reduces blood pressure, helps breathing, and increases energy while reducing stress [5] - Nature improves focus, memory, and creativity [6] - Nature can reduce the perception of both mental and physical pain [6] Impact of Technology & Urbanization - Modern lifestyles focused on cities and technology lead to stress and disconnection from nature [2][5] - Children now spend more time indoors with technology, missing out on the physical and mental benefits of nature [7][8] Practical Applications - Bringing nature into living spaces with plants and natural light can improve mood and air quality [10][11] - Engaging in outdoor activities like running, cycling, or even sitting under a tree can foster connection with nature [12] - Making outdoor activities social and practicing mindfulness can help integrate nature into daily routines [13][14] Nature's Intrinsic Value - Nature is not just a resource but has its own value and right to exist [3] - Humans have a deep-rooted connection to nature, which is reflected in our memory and genes [4]