

Men Talking Mindfulness
Jon Macaskill & Will Schneider
Men Talking Mindfulness is dedicated to empowering men to embrace their true selves with bravery and authenticity. Our mission is to guide them on a journey of continual learning, developing self-love, and meaningful living. We work to inspire men to lead lives that they can look back on with pride and to create legacies that align with their deepest values. We are committed to cultivating a space where vulnerability is strength, being yourself is the norm, and where every man can unleash their potential to live a life of exceptional impact and fulfillment.
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Episodes
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Nov 26, 2024 • 10min
How Failure Builds Grit and Makes us Better Parents (9min Microdose)
In this microdose episode, Will, Jon, and their guest, Shilpi Mahajan, explore the transformative power of vulnerability and self-reflection in overcoming failure, revealing how embracing these concepts can lead to personal growth and resilience - personally and as a parent!
Full episode: https://pod.fo/e/1004eeHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Nov 23, 2024 • 4min
Can Psychedelics Help With Trauma Recovery? Dr Frank Anderson (4min Microdose)
Want to hear more great info from Dr Frank? Then dive into the full MTM Episode
Here is the link ➡️ https://pod.fo/e/18f2b9
Get in the know all things MTM - head to
https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/
STARTING in 2025 - MTM Social Fitness Club
Men ONLY - Connect-Dev more EQ - Be More Badass
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Nov 22, 2024 • 7min
Impostor Syndrome & Battling with Success (7min Microdose)
Learn more about the ins and outs of Impostor Syndrome and what you can do about it from our full MTM Episode
Here is the link ➡️ https://pod.fo/e/13d554
Get in the know all things MTM - head to
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STARTING in 2025 - MTM Social Fitness Club
Men ONLY - Connect-Dev more EQ - Be More Badass
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Nov 21, 2024 • 11min
Testosterone & the Male Body (11min Microdose)
Learn more about:
Testosterone: the Hormone that Dominates & Divides Us
Here is the link ➡️ https://pod.fo/e/16fb69
Get in the know all things MTM - head to
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STARTING in 2025 - MTM Social Fitness Club
Men ONLY - Connect-Dev more EQ - Be More Badass
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Nov 20, 2024 • 10min
Discovering Your Ikigai – The Path to a Meaningful Life (A Microdose Episode)
In this microdose episode, we're diving into Ikigai – the Japanese concept that brings together passion, mission, vocation, and profession to help you uncover your unique path to a life filled with meaning and purpose. Whether you’re feeling stuck or just curious about how to align your work with what makes you come alive, this short but powerful episode breaks down the essence of Ikigai and how you can start finding yours today. Get ready to explore what gets you out of bed every morning and makes life truly worthwhile!Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Nov 19, 2024 • 10min
Men, Masturbation, and Shame Cycles (9.5min Microdose)
Yes Porn Addiction is a real thing - you can learn more about it from our full episode with guest Elise Michaels
Here is the link ➡️ https://pod.fo/e/246122
Get in the know all things MTM - head to
https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/
STARTING in 2025 - MTM Social Fitness Club
Men ONLY - Connect-Dev more EQ - Be More Badass
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Nov 18, 2024 • 60min
Military Once Mocked Mindfulness - Now It’s Their Secret Weapon! | Amishi Jha & Walt Piatt
Can mindfulness—a practice often associated with calm and stillness—really make soldiers more resilient, focused, and mission-ready?
"Compassion is more powerful than bullets" - Lieutenant General Walter Pyat
This week we're joined by Lieutenant General Walter Pyatt, a fervent advocate for mindfulness in the military, and Dr. Amishi Jha, a celebrated neuroscientist whose research unveils the life-changing benefits of mindfulness practices.
Together, they illuminate how mindfulness is reshaping military training and operations, offering tools for mental resilience, enhanced focus, and calm amidst the storm. Our guests share compelling anecdotes from their journeys, highlighting how mindfulness can transform the lives of service members and veterans, fostering a new understanding of mental strength and preparedness.
The conversation underscores mindfulness as a powerful tool for optimizing human performance, offering soldiers a renewed sense of purpose and enhancing their ability to navigate the psychological impacts of military life.
Listen in to discover how these practices are being integrated into the fabric of military culture, fostering better operators and individuals from within.
(00:00) - Mindfulness in the Military
(04:45) - Benefits of Mindfulness in the Military
(12:06) - Mindfulness and Military Preparedness
(20:03) - The Warrior's Path
(29:12) - Performance Enhancement in Military Mindfulness
(41:12) - Mindfulness in Military Transition and Recovery
(46:42) - Supporting Veterans Through Mindfulness
(51:20) - Advancing Mindfulness in the Military
Learn more about our guest Dr. Amishi Jha and get a hold of her books:
https://amishi.com/
Check out Push Ups For The Mind, the app that Dr. Amishi Jha helped to develop which is also FREE for service members:
https://peakmind.media/pushups-for-the-mind
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Nov 16, 2024 • 10min
Sleep Deprivation & It's Consequences of (10min Microdose)
In this microdose episode, Nita Shattuck, a seasoned chronobiologist discusses the critical importance of circadian rhythms (sleep cycles) in human biology, sharing experiences from graduate research on sleep patterns and the consequences of sleep deprivation in military operations.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Nov 15, 2024 • 7min
Is Mouth Breathing Hurting You - James Nestor (7.5min Microdose)
In this microdose episode, New York Times Bestselling Author, James Nestor, shares his personal journey of self-experimentation in a groundbreaking study on the physical effects of mouth versus nasal breathing, revealing surprising insights about its impact on health and well-being.
Full episode: https://pod.fo/e/e66fcHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Nov 14, 2024 • 8min
The Value of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Your Diet (8min Microdose)
In this Microdose episode, Dr. Uma Naidoo discuss the critical importance of diet in reversing neuroinflammation and supporting cognitive health, and introduces the BOGOS acronym as a simple guide to incorporating brain-boosting foods into your daily meals.
Full episode: https://pod.fo/e/17fe96Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.