I sat down with Dr. Josh Davis for this episode of the Mindful Movement to explore how communication, mindset, and behavior shape our relationships, parenting, and leadership. Josh is a neuroscientist trained at Columbia University, former Barnard faculty member, and certified NLP trainer with over two decades of experience in behavior change.

We break down Neurolinguistic Programming as a practical set of tools for understanding mental models, improving communication, and approaching behavior through curiosity and the idea that actions often carry a positive intention.

We also get into real-world applications, repairing relationships through open communication, how self-reflection drives growth, and how a parent’s mindset influences their interactions with their kids. Josh shares how these same principles apply to leadership and team dynamics, offering tools you can actually use to better understand yourself and others.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:45 What is NLP – Neurolinguistic Programming

03:11 Understanding Change and the Role of NLP

06:00 The Tools and Techniques of NLP

08:47 NLP in Parenting: Balancing Leadership and Playfulness

11:56 Mental Models and Their Impact on Parenting

14:56 Navigating Social Comparisons and Self-Worth

18:09 Control and Evaluation in Parenting and Life

35:06 The Art of Letting Go

38:44 Navigating Parental Intentions

41:20 How to Trust Your Kids in Parenting

44:29 Repairing Relationships with Kids

53:11 Positive Intentions Behind Actions

58:26 Understanding Communication and Worry

01:00:09 Repairing Relationships with Kids

01:04:46 Reflections on Family Dynamics

01:08:20 Applying NLP in Parenting and Business

01:12:40 The Interconnectedness of Personal and Professional Life

01:18:08 Curiosity and Communication in Relationships

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In this episode of the Mindful Movement Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Koche to explore her journey from being diagnosed with leukemia at age 15 to becoming a physician focused on integrative medicine and prevention. We talk about the importance of understanding the root causes behind health issues, how nutrition and lifestyle can influence recovery and long-term health, and why mitochondrial function and metabolic health play such a central role in overall well-being. Dr. Koche also shares perspectives on thyroid health, perimenopause, the connection between emotional and physical health, and why learning to listen to your body’s signals can be an important part of the healing process.

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Dr. Andrew J. Holman is a rheumatologist and Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Washington with more than two decades of experience studying autoimmune disease, chronic pain, and the autonomic nervous system.

He is also the co-founder and CEO of Inmedix, a health technology company focused on measuring physiological stress through heart rate variability (HRV) and other autonomic markers to better understand how stress responses may influence chronic disease and overall health.

In this episode of the Mindful Movement Podcast, Les sits down with Dr. Holman to discuss the origins of autoimmune disease, the role of chronic stress in immune dysfunction, and how heart rate variability is being explored as a tool to measure stress physiology.

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In this episode of the Mindful Movement Podcast, Les Raymond sits down with study coach Tom Vorselen, founder of The Study Coach, to explore what it really means to learn how to learn.

After overcoming his own academic struggles, Tom now helps students and professionals build efficient study systems, manage procrastination, and improve focus without burnout.

Together, they discuss the psychology behind procrastination, how culture shapes learning habits, and why effective learning strategies matter far beyond the classroom.

The conversation also dives into the role of nutrition, lifestyle, and recovery in cognitive performance, along with how AI is beginning to reshape education and self-directed learning.

Tom also shares practical insights for busy adults trying to balance work, life, and skill development, offering actionable strategies to improve focus, retention, and long-term consistency.

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In this episode of the Mindful Movement Podcast, Dr. Warsh joins the conversation to unpack the complexities surrounding modern vaccine discussions. The episode explores declining trust in public health institutions, the importance of informed consent, and ongoing debates around vaccine schedules and safety research gaps.

They discuss how vaccine efficacy is often misunderstood, how COVID-19 shifted public perception, and how pharmaceutical industry influence shapes policy and messaging.

Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh is a board certified pediatrician based in Los Angeles and founder of Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine. Trained at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, he combines conventional pediatrics with an integrative approach that includes lifestyle, nutrition, and preventive health.

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Randall James is an evidence-based strength and running coach, YouTuber, and the founder of Always Adaptive.

He specializes in helping people build real-world strength, athleticism, and resilience through personalized training and practical nutrition.

Blending scientific research with hands-on coaching and his own healing journey, Randall cuts through fitness myths to focus on what actually works.

In this episode, Les and Randall dive into the importance of questioning health claims instead of blindly accepting them, especially in conversations around fitness and nutrition. They explore carbohydrates, fiber, stress, gut health, and recovery, and why individualized nutrition matters more than one-size-fits-all advice.

Connect with Randall:

www.youtube.com/@UCTaPSPeFPsHgOaMhUrL38fA

Instagram - @alwaysadaptive

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Chris Duffin is an elite American powerlifter and founder of Kabuki Strength, known for blending biomechanics with high-level performance training. He spent years ranked among the top multi-ply lifters in the world, set multiple world records, and was among the first athletes to squat and deadlift over 1,000 pounds for reps, earning a reputation as one of the strongest and most innovative figures in modern strength sports.

In this episode, Chris shares his powerful journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a world record-holding strength athlete and successful entrepreneur. Chris breaks down how mental toughness goes far beyond physical strength, how his upbringing shaped his drive to succeed, and why building resilience is essential for growth in training, business, and life.

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