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The Humanist

By: Chad Prevost
  • Summary

  • Live your values. Find sanctuary. Discover and embrace your authentic self. Embark on your path of self-discovery and purposeful living. With thought leaders, visionaries, and everyday citizens from Chattanooga and beyond, Dr. Chad explores the question: Who are you, and what does it mean to be human now? Join Dr. Chad Prevost on this transformative journey as he seeks radical new ways to understand and practice what is real. Whether you're seeking to reignite your passion, discover your true calling, or simply live a more authentic and fulfilling life. Subscribe now and embark on a path of self-discovery, creativity, and purposeful living.
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Episodes
  • 2 Quick Techniques to Slow Down Reactivity and Fight Back Against Stress
    Jul 8 2024

    Chad discusses the growing pressure of stress in modern society and the need to develop mindfulness practices to manage it. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and interrupting compulsive thinking patterns that reinforce negative emotions and emotional reactivity.

    Chad introduces the "stop one minute breathing space" technique to help you pause and take stock of your body, feelings, and associated thoughts, all through the lens of modern neuroscience in understanding this phenomenon.

    High Notes:Managing stress and emotions through mindfulness practices.
    • How thoughts and emotions are linked, leading to patterns of emotional reactivity.
    • The "magic quarter second" of choice before acting on impulses.

    Mindfulness and self-awareness practices to manage stress and anxiety.
    • Pausing before reacting to thoughts and emotions to choose a wiser response.
    • Mindfulness meditation can help empower individuals to slow down and respond from a more inner wise place.
    • By focusing on breath, individuals can control their heart rate and access natural resilience and wisdom.
    • One-minute breathing space for stress resilience.

    Find out more about Big Self School:

    Big Self School seeks to democratize wellbeing and happiness. Our methodology is rooted in science and ancient wisdom to help clients improve their outcomes and design their dream life. We are innovating the way coaching is currently practiced. We’re building a community to serve in a variety of high impact ways from coaching to in-person trainings to even using AI. Let's dream of a better future for everyone. Lead yourself first. Others will follow. bigselfschool.com

    Download our free book, What Do You Expect? Discovering Methods for Deep Calm.

    Book a discovery call for coaching or workshop trainings here.

    Leave us a review and subscribe on Apple iTunes or Subscribe on Spotify.

    Order a copy of Chad’s book Shock Point or order an ebook here.

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    16 mins
  • Stress Doesn't Have to be the Enemy: Transforming Your Relationship with Pressure
    Jul 4 2024

    Chad discusses the concept of stress in today's fast-paced world, exploring its impact on the human body and mind. He highlights the importance of understanding and managing stress to improve overall well-being. He presents a counterintuitive perspective that stress can be beneficial when viewed as a positive force.

    Later, he explores the interplay between stress and social isolation, emphasizing the importance of social support in managing stress. Embrace stress as an opportunity for connection and resilience, and develop courage in handling life's challenges with the support of others.

    High Notes:

    Stress and its impact on the body, with a focus on understanding and managing stress.

    Brain's stress response system and its impact on body.

    Relaxation techniques, physical activity, and social support for managing stress.

    Cortisol's effects on brain and body due to chronic stress.

    Stress, its effects on health, and the importance of community.

    Oxytocin's role in stress response and its physical benefits.

    Stress, resilience, and the importance of caring for others.

    Find out more about Big Self School:

    Big Self School seeks to democratize wellbeing and happiness. Our methodology is rooted in science and ancient wisdom to help clients improve their outcomes and design their dream life. We are innovating the way coaching is currently practiced. We’re building a community to serve in a variety of high impact ways from coaching to in-person trainings to even using AI. Let's dream of a better future for everyone. Lead yourself first. Others will follow. bigselfschool.com

    Download our free book, What Do You Expect? Discovering Methods for Deep Calm.

    Book a discovery call for coaching or workshop trainings here.

    Leave us a review and subscribe on Apple iTunes or Subscribe on Spotify.

    Order a copy of Chad’s book Shock Point or order an ebook here.

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    44 mins
  • Alignment in Mind and Body with Dr. Chris Collins
    Jul 1 2024

    Chad Prevost and Chris Collins discuss the importance of building strong communities through authenticity and inclusivity. They emphasize the role of small businesses in fostering a sense of community and the need for people to feel welcomed and included.

    They also share personal experiences and insights on balancing parental responsibilities and personal aspirations, maintaining focus and setting structure to achieve productivity goals, and the significance of chiropractic care in identifying and resolving underlying health problems.

    We highlight the interconnectedness of the mind and body and the importance of prioritizing self-awareness, accountability, and community in personal growth and development.

    High NotesTrends in humanities and arts, with a focus on personal expression and creativity.Parenting, communication, and prioritization.Managing distractions and demands on the brain for productivity and well-being.Chiropractic care and its relationship with the nervous system and spine.Chiropractic care and its impact on nervous system function.Health coaching, stress management, and personality types.Mind-body connection, community building, and entrepreneurship.Social health, saying yes to experiences, and the benefits of ice plunges.Top 5 current fatherhood books with insights from authors.Download our free book, Desire: How Do You Want to Feel?

    Finding your way to your desire requires a number of the principles we teach at the Big Self School. It requires a calm center, self-knowledge, and courage to put the ideas into practice. Whether you think you know your desires, but want to reconnect to them, or you simply have no idea, this book can help you realize your way to a deeper and more authentic connection with yourself. Desire is ultimately about how you want your feelings, experiences, and values to line up in your life.

    This book is only available in print in hardback, but it's yours free as our downloadable PDF.

    Book a discovery call for coaching or workshop trainings here.

    Want to give us some love but don't know how? Leave us a review and subscribe on Apple iTunes or Subscribe on Spotify!

    Order a copy of Chad’s book Shock Point or order an ebook here.

    Just plain ol' sign up for a weekly roundup of all things happening at Big Self School.
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    56 mins

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