What happens when inherited beliefs no longer carry the weight of lived experience?Through reflective conversations and grounded spiritual inquiry, each episode on the LivingToBe podcast engages the deeper questions that arise when life no longer fits old certainties.#spirituality #health #nature #walking
Finding Balance Through Walking, Neuroscience and the Sacred
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Dear Reader, It’s been a wonderful week of hiking here on the island of Mallorca. October is an ideal time to enjoy the outdoors, with mild temperatures offering a welcome respite from the scorching summer heat. Even a short walk can make a remarkable difference, helping us realign body, mind and spirit and reconnect with what truly matters. My first pilgrimage was in 2006, and over the years, this once-a-year ritual has become something of an addiction—in the best possible sense. Each journey offers an opportunity to slow down, step away from the noise of everyday life and rediscover a deeper sense of presence. In my latest blog post on Tuesday, I reflect on why I return to the pilgrimage path year after year and what walking continues to teach me about life. Another highlight of my week was a fascinating conversation with Dr. Alena Čandová on the LivingToBe podcast. Alena works at the intersection of neuroscience, nervous system regulation and behavioural change. She is a Doctor of Chiropractic, a neurocoach, the author of Grace Over Grit: The Neuroscience of Claiming Your Inner Authority, and the creator of the Grace Over Grit Method. One of the most valuable insights she shares is that our struggles are not always a matter of willpower. Many of our habitual responses are learned patterns and protective adaptations operating beneath our conscious awareness. They influence how we respond to stress, navigate relationships and make decisions. Understanding these patterns can open the door to greater self-awareness, compassion and meaningful change. You can listen to our conversation here: [https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/ftlrT6pmj7b] If you find the episode valuable, I would be grateful if you would click Follow on your preferred podcast platform or share it with friends who might benefit from the conversation. Every follow and recommendation helps the podcast reach more people. At the heart of my work—whether through LivingToBe, my writing or my own pilgrimages—is a simple conviction: we need to move from fear towards faith, from rigid beliefs towards lived experience, and from confusion towards a deeper understanding of what gives our lives meaning. I call this exploring the Thin Places—those moments when the boundaries between the ordinary and the sacred seem to soften, allowing us to experience life with greater openness, connection and wonder. In these uncertain times, I believe this exploration matters more than ever. Thank you for being part of this journey. Warm wishes from Mallorca, Reino |
Reino Gevers
What happens when inherited beliefs no longer carry the weight of lived experience?Through reflective conversations and grounded spiritual inquiry, each episode on the LivingToBe podcast engages the deeper questions that arise when life no longer fits old certainties.#spirituality #health #nature #walking
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