<p>In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Aaron Alexander, author of <em>The Align Method</em>, about the importance of posture, mobility, and movement on health and longevity.</p> <ul> <li><span>The interesting dance with your ego. (3:53)</span></li> <li><span>The detriments of leading with your imposter versus authentic self. (6:09)</span></li> <li><span>The perception of safety. (10:12)</span></li> <li><span>How humans are extremely complex. (12:55)</span></li> <li><span>The stigma around cannabis. (15:08)</span></li> <li><span>The practiced skill of thinking slowly. (16:52)</span></li> <li><span>Disorganization can lead to parasites. (18:33)</span></li> <li><span>The skill of reading body language. (21:11)</span></li> <li><span>Always question the things you feel most passionate about. (23:05)</span></li> <li><span>How your thoughts and moods affect your movements. (27:12)</span></li> <li><span>How there is a lot of wisdom in spiritual practices. (30:42)</span></li> <li><span>Do people store emotions in their bodies? (33:34)</span></li> <li><span>How we are a product of our childhood. (40:30)</span></li> <li><span>The fine line of not letting your insecurities consume you. (45:23)</span></li> <li><span>How your perception of yourself impacts the way that you carry your movement. (48:57)</span></li> <li><span>Best practices to be a happier person. (59:14)</span></li> <li><span>The importance of disrupting your day to day life. (1:05:17)</span></li> <li><span>Be more honest with your biology. (1:08:45)</span></li> <li><span>Consistent movement matters. (1:14:47)</span></li> <li><span>Leveraging leverage. (1:27:18)</span></li> <li><span>Best practices to incorporate hip hinging into your daily life. (1:29:36)</span></li> <li><span>The Western Medicine bottle. (1:32:43)</span></li> <li><span>The power of proper nasal breathing. (1:35:15)</span></li> <li><span>Are we heading towards being plugged in? (1:42:34)</span></li> <li><span>Our perceived happiness over possessions rather than people. (1:45:20)</span></li> <li><span>How LA is like an oven. (1:54:05)</span></li> <li><span>Are you consumed by the game or a witness? (1:55:51)</span></li> <li><span>Ancient wisdom and science have polarities. (2:01:22)</span></li> <li><span>The unintended consequences of capturing rather than viewing. (2:06:26)</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Featured Guest/People Mentioned</strong></p> <ul> <li><span>Aaron Alexander</span> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alignpodcast/"><span>(@alignpodcast)  Instagram</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://www.alignpodcast.com/"><span>Website</span></a></li> <li><span>Bishop Robert Barron</span> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bishopbarron/"><span>(@bishopbarron)  Instagram</span></a></li> <li><span>Amy Cuddy, PhD</span> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amycuddy/"><span>(@amycuddy)  Instagram</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://www.joanvernikos.com/"><span>Joan Vernikos</span></a></li> <li><span>Andrew Huberman, Ph.D.</span> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hubermanlab/"><span>(@hubermanlab)  Instagram</span></a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Related Links/Products Mentioned</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mapsgreen.com/"><span>August Promotion: MAPS Performance ½ off!! **Promo code “GREEN50” at checkout**</span></a></li> <li><span>Visit</span> <a href="https://www.chilitechnology.com/mindpump"><span>ChiliPad</span></a> <span>for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!</span></li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2YnlKuK"><span>The Align Method: 5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind, and Stress-Proof Life – Book by Aaron Alexander</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2CM5ega"><span>Thinking, Fast and Slow – Book by Daniel Kahneman</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/1165-bishop-robert-barron-on-physical-fitness-gene-editing-satan-evolution-psychedelics-much-more/"> <span>Mind Pump #1165: Bishop Robert Barron On Physical Fitness, Satan, Evolution, Psychedelics & Much More</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are"> <span>Amy Cuddy: Your body language may shape who you are | TED Talk</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2020-32759-001"><span>Your face and moves seem happier when I smile: Facial action influences the perception of emotional faces and biological motion stimuli.</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://radiopublic.com/align-podcast-G4Rl71/s1!8655d"><span> Paul Ekman: Detecting Lies, Facial Expressions, Body Language | Ep. 175</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/254100#1"><span>A Simple Test Assessing Ability To Sit Up From The Floor Predicts Mortality Risk</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://www.clinicaladvisor.com/home/topics/rheumatology-information-center/hand-grip-strength-associated-with-all-cause-mortality-other-adverse-outcomes/"> <span>Hand Grip Strength Associated With All