Episode
#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
1:27:15
Published: Wed Jan 04 2023
Description
Aaron Alexander is a movement expert. But in this conversation, we didn't talk about movement. We spoke about how Aaron has found a greater understanding of himself through interviewing his family, a darkness retreat, and therapy. (0:00) Intro (1:03) What Does “Miranda” Mean? (2:30) Life Behind Bars (10:00) How Aaron Has Grown As A Podcaster (11:36) Why Interview Family (18:04) Darkness Retreat Learnings (38:20) Rite of Passage (49:23) Becoming More At Peace (52:45) When Does Aaron Feel Love For Himself? (1:01:35) Most Out Of Alignment (1:06:51) Selfishness (1:15:35) Therapy (1:20:31) Biggest Improvement to Mobility - Aaron's Links Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alignpodcast Website: https://alignpodcast.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/Align-Method-Movement-Principles-Stress-Proof/dp/1538716143 - My Links ✉️ Newsletter: https://dannymiranda.substack.com 🎙 Podcast: https://anchor.fm/dannymiranda 🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/dannymiranda 🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/heydannymiranda 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/heydannymiranda 🕺 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@heydannymiranda
Chapters
The speaker was attracted to Aaron not just for his fitness knowledge, but also for his desire to seek understanding of himself.
00:00 - 02:45 (02:45)
Summary
The speaker was attracted to Aaron not just for his fitness knowledge, but also for his desire to seek understanding of himself. The podcast discusses this idea in relation to the Spanish words "mirar" and "andar."
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
Two individuals were caught with cannabis plants exceeding legal limits, as well as illegal fireworks, a pistol, and a large sum of cash in Northern California.
02:45 - 06:18 (03:33)
Summary
Two individuals were caught with cannabis plants exceeding legal limits, as well as illegal fireworks, a pistol, and a large sum of cash in Northern California. The experience provided insight into the criminal justice system and involved the shackling and transportation of the individuals.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
A discussion on reorienting the criminal justice system towards rehabilitation, providing inmates with education and vocation opportunities, and treating them with respect to reduce recidivism rates.
06:18 - 10:11 (03:52)
Summary
A discussion on reorienting the criminal justice system towards rehabilitation, providing inmates with education and vocation opportunities, and treating them with respect to reduce recidivism rates.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The speaker shares their experience of realizing the importance of intentionally listening to their parents as friends and not just as authority figures.
10:11 - 18:50 (08:39)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience of realizing the importance of intentionally listening to their parents as friends and not just as authority figures. This allows for a deeper connection and understanding between parent and child.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
This podcast talks about how unprocessed emotions and past hurt can lead to negative physiological responses causing widespread health problems.
18:50 - 25:43 (06:52)
Summary
This podcast talks about how unprocessed emotions and past hurt can lead to negative physiological responses causing widespread health problems. The process of internalizing emotions and beliefs and the Buddhist way of dealing with such challenges is also discussed.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The modern lifestyle that many people live today, isolated in high-rise buildings surrounded by technology and radiation, is a cause for concern.
25:43 - 34:17 (08:34)
Summary
The modern lifestyle that many people live today, isolated in high-rise buildings surrounded by technology and radiation, is a cause for concern. This individualistic way of living can lead to loneliness and compensatory measures that can be harmful to our health.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The speaker discusses the importance of letting go of attachment to thoughts and how it can be applied to difficult situations such as extreme physical experiences or confronting existential questions.
34:17 - 41:46 (07:28)
Summary
The speaker discusses the importance of letting go of attachment to thoughts and how it can be applied to difficult situations such as extreme physical experiences or confronting existential questions.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The hosts discuss the importance of being open and vulnerable in relationships in order to avoid toxic behavior and maintain healthy relationships.
41:46 - 47:40 (05:53)
Summary
The hosts discuss the importance of being open and vulnerable in relationships in order to avoid toxic behavior and maintain healthy relationships. They also mention how the common perception of relationships often differs from reality.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The speaker discusses their journey towards understanding love and relationships, while overcoming addictive behaviors that were not serving their greatest good.
47:40 - 53:37 (05:56)
Summary
The speaker discusses their journey towards understanding love and relationships, while overcoming addictive behaviors that were not serving their greatest good.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The speaker discusses their experience with addictive behavior, attributing it to having a surplus of energy and not knowing how to direct it towards productivity.
53:37 - 59:26 (05:49)
Summary
The speaker discusses their experience with addictive behavior, attributing it to having a surplus of energy and not knowing how to direct it towards productivity. They explain finding gratification in investing work and recommends finding positive outlets to channel energy towards.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The speaker discusses the value of attending AA meetings and the authentic vulnerability that is present in those spaces.
59:26 - 1:05:12 (05:45)
Summary
The speaker discusses the value of attending AA meetings and the authentic vulnerability that is present in those spaces. He contrasts this with rehearsed and contrived conversations that he encounters with some guests on his podcast.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The speaker discusses his inner journey of self-discovery and personal struggles in confronting his own selfish behavior.
1:05:12 - 1:11:23 (06:11)
Summary
The speaker discusses his inner journey of self-discovery and personal struggles in confronting his own selfish behavior.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
In the Align Method book, author Aaron Alexander discusses different cultural and religious practices and how prayer serves as a physical and mental tuning mechanism.
1:11:23 - 1:17:59 (06:36)
Summary
In the Align Method book, author Aaron Alexander discusses different cultural and religious practices and how prayer serves as a physical and mental tuning mechanism. He also talks about how observing people in vulnerable situations can serve as a reminder of the power of prayer.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
Learn about the Align Method's six week program that focuses on recovering full functional range of motion in the lower body and improving physicality, self care and mobility.
1:17:59 - 1:21:38 (03:38)
Summary
Learn about the Align Method's six week program that focuses on recovering full functional range of motion in the lower body and improving physicality, self care and mobility.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
Spending time sitting on the ground with regularity can minimize osteoarthritis and pelvic floor dysfunction.
1:21:38 - 1:25:46 (04:08)
Summary
Spending time sitting on the ground with regularity can minimize osteoarthritis and pelvic floor dysfunction. Additionally, plantar flexion and dorsi flexion while on the ground can improve blood sugar levels.
Episode#297: Aaron Alexander – Seeking Greater Understanding Of Self
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
In this podcast, the speaker praises the natural and simple movement advice given online, stating that the fancy and complex new fads do not last and that the basic advice is more effective for better health.
1:25:46 - 1:27:12 (01:25)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker praises the natural and simple movement advice given online, stating that the fancy and complex new fads do not last and that the basic advice is more effective for better health.