Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Holistic Academy Podcast
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| Episode 7 — The Unfolding Mystery of Sleep. A Journey Through Time! | 09 Oct 2025 | 00:58:45 | |
From ancient Egypt and Greece to India, China, and modern neuroscience, discover how our understanding of sleep has evolved from divine visions and dream temples to circadian rhythms and REM cycles. 🌙 We’ll explore how ancient wisdom and cutting-edge science converge to reveal sleep as far more than rest — it’s renewal, healing, and connection to the deepest layers of body, mind, and spirit. 🕯️ Tune in for a journey full of wisdom about how sleep has evolved and integrate many of the practices of ancient times with the modern science of today! Connect with us 👇🏼 Substack: https://holisticacademy25.substack.com Facebook: Holistic Academy 25 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Holistic.Academy.25 Let’s rediscover the sacred art of rest and awaken to the power of our dreams. YouTube 👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/_hKmhJAq28s #holisticacademy25 #sleep #wisdom #ancienthistory #modernscience #holistichealth #dreamscience #consciousliving #mindbodyspirit #wellbeing #journey #sleepmatters #spirituality #focus #attention #brain #mentalhealth #weightloss #women #health #hormones #mindbodysoul #holisticacademy25 #podcast #davidortegab #amystill Get full access to Holistic Academy 25 at holisticacademy25.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Episode 6 — Fasting—A Gateway to Healing Your Body! | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:55:29 | |
Fasting is more than just skipping meals. It’s a practice woven into human history—spanning spirituality, philosophy, medicine, and now modern science. In this episode, we’ll uncover how abstinence has shaped cultures, inspired great thinkers, and is now transforming the way we approach health and longevity. Here’s what we’ll explore together: - Ancient practices — how Egyptian priests and Hippocrates used fasting for purification and healing. - Philosophy & wisdom — Pythagoras’ use of fasting as a path to clarity, balance, and transformation. - Religious traditions — fasting as a sacred discipline in Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and beyond. - Modern science — the rise of intermittent fasting, breakthroughs like autophagy, and new clinical research. - Healing potential — fasting’s role in metabolic health, brain function, longevity, and even cancer research. - Practical wellness tips — safe, gentle ways you can integrate fasting rhythms into your daily life. Connect with us 👇🏼 Substack: https://holisticacademy25.substack.com Facebook: Holistic Academy 25 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Holistic.Academy.25 Whether you’re here out of curiosity, seeking holistic health tools, or wanting to reconnect with timeless wisdom, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective on fasting as both an ancient ritual and a modern science-backed strategy. Let’s begin this journey together. And let’s get of the way and let the body heal! YouTube 👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/UnSPzOUM-mg #fastinghealing #holistichealth #AncientWisdom #ModernScience #intermittentfasting #longevity #Lifestyle #autophagyfast #diabetes #insulinresistance #Alzheimer #parkinson #mentalhealth #sleep #weightloss #spirituality #focus #attention #MindBodySoul #holisticacademy25 #podcast #davidortegab #amystill Get full access to Holistic Academy 25 at holisticacademy25.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Episode 5 – Navigating the Shadows: Using Intuition to Find Your Light | 24 Sep 2025 | 01:08:23 | |
This week, we journey across history — from ancient temples to modern science labs — exploring how intuition and the shadow shape human thought and experience. We explore: 🌑 What the shadow really is — from Freud’s repressed drives to Jung’s hidden potential. 🔮 Why intuition is your inner compass, guiding you when life feels dark or uncertain. 📚 A journey from ancient temples to modern neuroscience, discovering how cultures understood shadows and intuition. 🌱 Practical tools to integrate both — turning fear and doubt into growth and clarity. “Shadows aren’t enemies, they’re teachers. Intuition is the quiet lantern that shows us the next step” YouTube 👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/rNwoNnLFvxs Connect with us 👇🏼 Substack: https://holisticacademy25.substack.com Facebook: Holistic Academy 25 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Holistic.Academy.25 #intuition #dreams #freud #carljung #DAO #upanishads #greek #PlatoPhilosophy #Aristotle #innerpeace #wisdom #shadowwork #intuitive #innerwork #podcast #journey #mindbodyspirit #holisticacademy25 #davidortegab #amystill Get full access to Holistic Academy 25 at holisticacademy25.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Episode 4 — The History of Consciousness | 19 Sep 2025 | 00:57:40 | |
From ancient civilizations that saw nature itself as alive and aware, to Greek philosophy, to modern neuroscience and holistic practices, this conversation invites you to reflect on your own awareness and its connection to the world around you. ✨ What you’ll discover in this episode: - Cosmic Consciousness in Ancient Cultures — how Mesopotamia and Egypt understood nature, gods, and awareness as one. - Greek Philosophy and the Self — Plato, Aristotle, and others shifting consciousness from the cosmos to human reason and the soul. - Mind–Body Dualism and Modern Science — Descartes, psychosomatic disorders, and today’s neuroscience on awareness. - Altered States of Consciousness — psychedelics, meditation, and indigenous wisdom as gateways to expanded awareness. - Holistic Practices for Conscious Living — yoga, meditation, breathwork, journaling, and nature connection to nurture body, mind, and spirit. YouTube Part 1: Short 1: https://youtube.com/shorts/x1B0eqOzGDw YouTube Part 2: Short 2: https://youtube.com/shorts/YWDxwbpTIDc Connect with us 👇🏼 Substack: https://holisticacademy25.substack.com Facebook: Holistic Academy 25 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Holistic.Academy.25 🎧 By the end, you’ll not only understand how humanity has thought about consciousness through the ages, but also gain tools to expand and deepen your own. 🔗 Join the conversation and share your insights with us on Facebook, Substack, YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. #history #consciousness #holistichealth #MindBodySoul #connection #AncientWisdom #greekphilosophy #neuroscience #ConsciousnessJourney #holisticwellness #spiritualawakening #podcastlife #holisticacademy #podcast #healthyliving #davidortegab #amystill Get full access to Holistic Academy 25 at holisticacademy25.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Episode 3 — “Creativity and Self-Expression in the Age of AI” | 11 Sep 2025 | 00:59:36 | |
From ancient traditions and neuroscience to the risks and rewards of technology, we explore how creativity has always shaped culture—and how it’s evolving in today’s AI-powered world. You’ll discover: - How creativity connects to our emotions, identity, and flow states. - The role of the brain’s networks in sparking imagination. - The balance between using AI as a tool vs. losing our authentic voice. - Why creativity matters now more than ever—for both personal growth and society. - Five holistic tips to boost your creativity with AI without burning out your brain. Whether you’re an artist, innovator, or simply curious about the future of imagination, this episode will help you protect your creative spark while embracing AI as a collaborator, not as a competitor. Tune in, stay inspired, and craft your unique voice in an AI-driven world. YouTube Part 1: YouTube Part 2: Short 1: https://youtube.com/shorts/cqgF_aCqWiw Short 2: https://youtube.com/shorts/v2axy6APqQY Connect with us 👇🏼 Substack: https://holisticacademy25.substack.com Facebook: Holistic Academy 25 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Holistic.Academy.25 #holisticacademy #creativity #ai #humanpotential #mindfultech #innovation #wellness #futureofcreativity #brainhealth #holistic #academy #podcast #healthyliving #davidortegab #amystill Get full access to Holistic Academy 25 at holisticacademy25.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Episode 2 — Curiosity Unleashed: The Power of Asking Why? | 07 Sep 2025 | 00:40:27 | |
What if the greatest discoveries in history had never happened… because no one dared to ask why? No electricity ⚡ No airplanes ✈️ No internet 🌍 No medicine 💊 That tiny word—why—has shaped civilizations. In our latest episode of The Holistic Academy 2025, we explore how curiosity transforms health, science, and life itself. 🚀 🔍 Here’s what we cover: The fascinating history of curiosity — from Socrates to modern neuroscience 🧠 How schools 🎓 can sometimes silence curiosity instead of fueling it? What animals 🐒and brain science reveal about our natural drive to explore? Why technology can dull (or spark) curiosity in today’s world 📱 5 Wellness Tips to integrate curiosity into your daily life 🌿 💡 Curiosity isn’t just about knowing more—it’s about living more fully. 👉 So we’ll leave you with this question: What could change in your life if you chose to live with curiosity every single day? Connect with us 👇🏼 Substack: https://holisticacademy25.substack.com Facebook: Holistic Academy 25 YouTube: #curiosity #unleashed #holistichealth #living #motivated #WhyMatters #education #learning #brainhealth #dopamine #emotions #emotionalintelligence #Wellness #journey #holisticacademy25 #healthmindspirit #davidortegab #amyfields Get full access to Holistic Academy 25 at holisticacademy25.substack.com/subscribe | |||
| Episode 1 — The Wisdom of the Body | 07 Sep 2025 | 00:32:58 | |
We are Amy Still and David Ortega, the founders of the Holistic Academy 2025, a new movement in education designed to reimagine the way we understand wellness, science, and human potential. Our values are Rooted in health, psychology, and philosophy, synthesising ancient wisdom and modern science, we have come together with one shared Vision: "To guide a new generation into a deeper, more connected way of living and learning. At the heart of our Academy are the Five Pillars of Health — a framework that honors the body, mind, spirit, community, finance and environment as inseparable parts of human flourishing. Through our programs, we will take you on a historical and evolutionary journey, uncovering how science, wellness, and health have transformed across time for 2500 years, and how these lessons can be applied to create a vibrant life and future. This is just the beginning of a journey worth your time and filled with curated knowledge that will enlighten your days to step away from the noise and rediscover your true inner wisdom! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be part of your lives with this nuggets of wisdom that will be released every week starting with this one! Check out our Substack and wait for more surprises: https://substack.com/@holisticacademy25 YouTube: Short: https://youtube.com/shorts/0h_ha9W-xRM #wisdom #knowledge #potential #humanvalues #values #pillars #health #life #psychology #philosophy #body #mindset #spirituality #amyfields #davidortegab Get full access to Holistic Academy 25 at holisticacademy25.substack.com/subscribe | |||