
43 Biohacking: a Scientific Approach to Mindfulness with Reiner Kraft
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In this episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, host Nia Thomas welcomes special guest Reiner Kraft, In the past ten years, Reiner embarked on a journey of mindfulness, starting with a focus on awareness. As a stressed tech worker in Silicon Valley, he experienced mental exhaustion and sought relief through mindfulness-based stress reduction classes. Through these practices, he discovered the connection between awareness and the mind, viewing the mind as software that needed optimization. Reiner also realized the importance of taking care of his body, leading him to explore functional medicine and biohacking to improve his overall health and energy levels. By upgrading his body, he found that his meditation and cognitive abilities improved, creating a clear connection between the mind, body, and awareness.
Reiner discusses the importance of mindfulness and self-awareness in leadership, highlighting the detrimental effects of unconscious behaviors in toxic work environments. He emphasizes the need for conscious leaders who prioritize awareness and create positive workplaces to attract and retain top talent. Furthermore, Reiner explores the connection between awareness, mind, and body, emphasizing the simultaneous optimization of both aspects for improved energy, resilience, and cognitive abilities.
Join Nia and guest Reiner Kraft on this enlightening episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast as they explore the power of mindfulness, self-awareness, and mindful leadership in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the tech industry and beyond.
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