022: Aligning Your Mind and Body with Sean Vigue

In this episode I am joined by a long-time friend and fellow fitness entrepreneur, Sean Vigue, to discuss habits and mindsets we employ on a daily basis for better mental wellness, including movement practices, how to live in the present, and how to deal with being upset.

So many people are trying to improve their physical appearance while neglecting the mind and body connection that, if nurtured, can positively impact all areas of life.

It’s what today’s guest, Sean Vigue, has learned throughout his career of teaching millions of people to be more flexible, breathe properly, and improve their body awareness.

Sean is a former professional actor and opera singer, and he applies the lessons he learned from being an artist to the world of pilates and yoga. He’s mindful that fitness and well-being are much more than hitting the weights and teaches clients that they need to pay attention to their minds as much as they do to their bodies.

No wonder he’s known as “the Most-Watched Online Yoga and Pilates Guy” and was recently named one of the “Top 50 Workout Brands” by The Huffington Post. He’s also a six-time bestselling author, and his popular YouTube Channel has over 28 million views and serves over 200,000 people to improve their athletic performance regardless of age.

In this episode, we cover the importance of developing an intimate relationship with our mind, body, and breath, how being present can help us find purpose, why body awareness translates to our relationships and professional lives, and so much more.

Key Takeaways with Sean Vigue

Sean wasn’t happy with just weight lifting, so he incorporated a lot of movement and breathwork into his workout routine. A balanced body leads to a balanced mind.
What Sean learned about the relationship between the body and mind by witnessing the work of professional theater actors and singers?
Every moment you sit and wait for the right time is another moment lost forever. Lean towards action in life.
Finding a spouse that will compliment you is one of the greatest life hacks. Harmony in your personal life translates to your professional life.
Don’t want to hit the gym? Just take a long walk; it will do wonders for your well-being.
How Sean stays fit while juggling his father, husband, and friend roles.
You’ll often get upset. Witnessing those emotions without pouring fuel over them will make them dissolve.
You won’t wish you were stricter with yourself on your deathbed. Give yourself the same compassion you would offer your best friend.
Exercise your mind as you do your body. Doing challenging things and battling through distractions will make it easier for you to find your purpose.

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