The Finding Time Podcast

Welcome to an illuminating episode of Finding Time podcast, dedicated to exploring exciting aspects of immune health.  This episode sheds light on how knowledge of health and hygiene can be instilled in children in an engaging, fun, yet thoroughly educative manner. Additionally, we bring to you the latest trends in immune health, covering exciting topics like cold plunges and saunas. Learn some fun buzzwords like "exercise mimicry", Cytokines, & Immune Memory.  We also discuss the very controversial topic of how often you should bath your children. Our lively discussions also encompass the impact of daily lifestyle habits on immune health. We share personal anecdotes, research insights, and a bouquet of tips from highlighting the vital role of sleep and immunity linkages to discussing natural immune-boosting foods, our conversation touches upon many facets of immune health. So tune in, learn, debunk myths, and embrace the simplicity of staying healthy!

Episode 12 embarks on an adventure of finding time to embrace the great outdoors. Our discussion is inspired by the challenge of spending 1000 hours outdoors, a task that may seem daunting but holds great significance in physical, mental, and cognitive health. We trace our journey of becoming more outdoorsy which had inevitable struggles of juggling weather conditions and safety concerns that arise with young children. We unpack the distinction between being 'outside people' and 'outdoorsy people' and share personal experiences. We also reflect on the importance of exposing children to outdoor activities from a young age and the remarkable growth that ensues. Learn a lesson or two as we recap some findings that underscore the extensive benefits of being outdoors. Improved cognitive functioning, enhanced physical health, and tackling mental health issues like depression and anxiety are few benefits detailed here. We also bring attention to the positive impact of vitamin D and reducing cortisol levels that manage stress in our bodies.  Find out the background and features of the "1000 Hours Outdoor Challenge" From setting realistic outdoor goals to embracing the essence of various natural practices like Norway's 'Friluftsliv' and Japan's 'Shinrin-yoku,' this episode is a treasure trove of information on becoming more outdoorsy. If you're looking to infuse nature into your lifestyle or interested in the health benefits of outdoor activities, this episode is a must-listen.

Finding Time is our attempt to dedicate part of each week and let other people listen in on a conversation as we try to Connect, Dream, Laugh, & Grow. This first episode will hopefully not be our last and not be our best, but it's a start. Today we covered some basic background as to why we wanted to start a podcast and discuss a few interesting data points from research on why it's so important to find quality time together as a married couple. 

Welcome to the 11th episode of the Finding Time podcast where we finally talk about our main concerns surrounding social media and will subsequentially post about it on social media!  Our main focus is on 2 of the biggest critics of tech & social media: The Social Dilemma (2020 Netflix Documentary) and non-fiction book The Anxious Generation (from Dr Jonathan Haidt).  In this compelling episode, we go beyond the surface and question the ethical implications of technology's impact on our own minds and our children's minds. Most importantly, we talk through all the ways tech hurts our kids and what we as parents can do about it.   It's not all doom & gloom, but we need to start a movement of parents because the companies and systems around them (financial and political) will only lead us further down a spiraling drain.