<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Summary:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Have you ever felt like you know what to do… but your body just won’t cooperate?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Like your mind’s saying “be calm,” but your system’s still stuck in overdrive?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is for those who’ve tried journaling, meditation, and breathing and still feel like they’re wrestling their way to presence.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;And for those who gave up on it too soon, thinking something must be wrong with them… because despite what the group chat says, it’s just not working.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Here’s the truth:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧠 You can’t access peace with a system that’s running on empty.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s not your fault. It’s your minerals.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’re flipping the narrative—because sometimes presence doesn’t come from pushing harder… it comes from finally getting the right kind of support.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;👉 Tune in: &lt;strong&gt;Which Came First: Mindfulness or Minerals?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Mindfulness practices can significantly impact your biochemistry.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Breathwork is a foundational practice for regulating the nervous system.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Minerals play a crucial role in supporting mindfulness and overall health.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Practicing presence can lead to physiological changes in the body.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Writing can serve as a tool for emotional release and clarity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Understanding your mineral levels can enhance your mindfulness practices.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Mindfulness is about reprogramming your internal systems, not just calming the mind.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The relationship between minerals and mindfulness is reciprocal.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Simple practices can lead to profound shifts in well-being.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Presence requires intention and awareness of one's internal state.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Lunch Bites:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;"Mindfulness isn't just calming your mind."&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;"Writing can lower cortisol and increase HRV."&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;"Your presence isn't just something you force."&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;"Your minerals can sustain your mindfulness."&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to Mindfulness and Breathwork&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:48 The Connection Between Mindfulness and Mineral Health&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;06:00 The Impact of Mindfulness on Physiological States&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;08:54 Reciprocal Relationship: Minerals and Mindfulness&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;15:01 Practical Applications for Mindfulness and Mineral Balance&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;22:00 Conclusion: The Importance of Presence and Intention&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Links Mentioned in the Episode:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🛠️ &lt;strong&gt;Want to take action? Start here:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* 📘 &lt;strong&gt;5-Day Mineral Mini Course&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A free email series to help you understand your body’s mineral blueprint&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;👉 [&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/MnIL8GWTE41Vd0ttDbiu"&gt;Free 5-Day Minerals&lt;/a&gt;]&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* ✍🏼 &lt;strong&gt;30-Day Journaling Prompts for Clarity + Nervous System Support&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;These aren’t just feel-good questions—these are regulation tools.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;👉 [&lt;a target="_blank" href="http://absolutehw.com/30-day-challenge"&gt;Free 30 Day Link&lt;/a&gt;]&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* 🧘‍♂️ &lt;strong&gt;Free 5-Minute PQ Reset Meditation&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A simple, powerful audio to bring you back to center in real time&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;👉 [&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/15zI1XHBkSrRLdumzNxBEnl2rcxwK-0rh/view?usp=sharing"&gt;PQ Reset Link&lt;/a&gt;]&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit &lt;a href="https://theproactivepulse.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1"&gt;theproactivepulse.substack.com&lt;/a&gt;</description>

The Thrive From Within Podcast

Dr. Alex B. Sandrow

Ep. 5: Which Came First: Mindfulness or Minerals?

MAY 29, 202522 MIN
The Thrive From Within Podcast

Ep. 5: Which Came First: Mindfulness or Minerals?

MAY 29, 202522 MIN

Description

<p><strong>Summary:</strong></p><p><strong>Have you ever felt like you know what to do… but your body just won’t cooperate?</strong></p><p>Like your mind’s saying “be calm,” but your system’s still stuck in overdrive?</p><p>This episode is for those who’ve tried journaling, meditation, and breathing and still feel like they’re wrestling their way to presence.</p><p><strong>And for those who gave up on it too soon, thinking something must be wrong with them… because despite what the group chat says, it’s just not working.</strong></p><p>Here’s the truth:</p><p>🧠 You can’t access peace with a system that’s running on empty.</p><p>It’s not your fault. It’s your minerals.</p><p>We’re flipping the narrative—because sometimes presence doesn’t come from pushing harder… it comes from finally getting the right kind of support.</p><p>👉 Tune in: <strong>Which Came First: Mindfulness or Minerals?</strong></p><p></p><p>Takeaways:</p><p>Mindfulness practices can significantly impact your biochemistry.</p><p>Breathwork is a foundational practice for regulating the nervous system.</p><p>Minerals play a crucial role in supporting mindfulness and overall health.</p><p>Practicing presence can lead to physiological changes in the body.</p><p>Writing can serve as a tool for emotional release and clarity.</p><p>Understanding your mineral levels can enhance your mindfulness practices.</p><p>Mindfulness is about reprogramming your internal systems, not just calming the mind.</p><p>The relationship between minerals and mindfulness is reciprocal.</p><p>Simple practices can lead to profound shifts in well-being.</p><p>Presence requires intention and awareness of one's internal state.</p><p></p><p>Lunch Bites:</p><p>"Mindfulness isn't just calming your mind."</p><p>"Writing can lower cortisol and increase HRV."</p><p>"Your presence isn't just something you force."</p><p>"Your minerals can sustain your mindfulness."</p><p></p><p>Chapters:</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Mindfulness and Breathwork</p><p>02:48 The Connection Between Mindfulness and Mineral Health</p><p>06:00 The Impact of Mindfulness on Physiological States</p><p>08:54 Reciprocal Relationship: Minerals and Mindfulness</p><p>15:01 Practical Applications for Mindfulness and Mineral Balance</p><p>22:00 Conclusion: The Importance of Presence and Intention</p><p></p><p></p><p>Links Mentioned in the Episode:</p><p>🛠️ <strong>Want to take action? Start here:</strong></p><p>* 📘 <strong>5-Day Mineral Mini Course</strong></p><p>A free email series to help you understand your body’s mineral blueprint</p><p>👉 [<a target="_blank" href="https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/MnIL8GWTE41Vd0ttDbiu">Free 5-Day Minerals</a>]</p><p>* ✍🏼 <strong>30-Day Journaling Prompts for Clarity + Nervous System Support</strong></p><p>These aren’t just feel-good questions—these are regulation tools.</p><p>👉 [<a target="_blank" href="http://absolutehw.com/30-day-challenge">Free 30 Day Link</a>]</p><p>* 🧘‍♂️ <strong>Free 5-Minute PQ Reset Meditation</strong></p><p>A simple, powerful audio to bring you back to center in real time</p><p>👉 [<a target="_blank" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/15zI1XHBkSrRLdumzNxBEnl2rcxwK-0rh/view?usp=sharing">PQ Reset Link</a>]</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://theproactivepulse.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1">theproactivepulse.substack.com</a>