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HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons hosts the most downloaded sports podcast of all time, with a rotating crew of celebrities, athletes, and media staples, as well as mainstays like Cousin Sal, Joe House, and a slew of other friends and family members who always happen to be suspiciously available.
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Sam Bleakley, longboard surf champion, breaks it down using the acronym PERM: Positivity, Empathy, Resilience, and Mindfulness. Explore the unique benefits of engaging with water, particularly through surfing. Learn how the ocean declutters the mind, promotes environmental awareness, and fosters a deeper connection with nature. Expect to learn how wave riding can be a safe, transformative experience and why it’s crucial to introduce activities like surfing carefully and enjoyably.
00:00 Introduction: The Ocean's Impact on Mental Health
00:04 The PERM Framework: Positivity, Empathy, Resilience, and Mindfulness
00:38 The Joy of Surfing: Safety and Positivity
01:12 Empathy and Connection with the Ocean
01:32 Resilience and Mindfulness in Surfing
02:21 The Unique Experience of Surfing
03:00 Surfing Beyond the Coastline
03:48 The Blue Mind vs. The Red Mind
04:50 Overcoming Fears and Embracing Small Waves
06:19 Mindfulness and Environmental Awareness
08:15 The Bigger Picture: Environmental Activism
10:52 Mindfulness in Surfing: A Global Perspective
13:01 Introducing Surfing to Children: Building Confidence
15:00 The Tradition of Wooden Belly Boarding
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