164 : The 4 Pillars of Healthy Habits with Kirby Smith

In this episode: healthy habits, building consistency, cultivating joy, four pillars of wellness, investing in health with Kirby Smith Episode Summary In this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, Adam Coelho welcomes Kirby Smith to discuss the journey to building healthy habits. Kirby shares insights from his extensive experience as a health and wellness researcher, emphasizing the importance of cultivating joy, creating consistent practices, and understanding the four pillars of a healthy lifestyle. The conversation explores how connection, movement, nourishment, and rest play critical roles in achieving long-term wellness. Guest Bio Kirby Smith is a health and wellness researcher with over a decade of experience in the field. He has worked at Google and Fitbit, where he focused on promoting healthy habits and well-being among employees. Kirby recently launched his own business, Habit Harmony, which aims to help individuals build healthy lifestyles through coaching and research-based strategies. Resources & Books Mentioned"Atomic Habits" by James Clear"The Joy of Movement" by Kelly McGonigal"Outlive" by Dr. Peter Attia"Intuitive Eating" by Evelyn Tribole Guest Contact InformationHabit Harmony: https://www.habitharmony.com/ Key TakeawaysBuilding healthy habits begins with cultivating joy and overcoming challenges.Consistency is crucial; start small and incrementally increase your efforts.Connection to self, others, and the environment enhances the likelihood of maintaining healthy habits.The four pillars of wellness—connection, movement, nourishment, and rest—are essential for a fulfilling life.Investing time in health and wellness is akin to making a long-term investment in your future well-being.Mindfulness practices can help you stay present and enhance your relationship with food and movement. PS: Introducing the… 🔥 FIRE Starter Group Coaching Program Connect with your big vision for the next chapter of your life and start living it in 10 weeks or less using envisioning and the power of your mind. Interested? Let"s chat.​ 🔥 WHO I"m creating this for: I"m creating this for YOU if you are feeling stuck & frustrated after saving and investing for years to create "financial freedom" only to find yourself: Unclear or unsure about what you want Overwhelmed by all the options created by financial freedom Not sure how to move forward to start living the next chapter of your life 🔥 WHAT we’ll do together over 10 weeks: In this small group coaching program, you will: Finally answer “What do I actually want?” Come up with a BIG vision for your next chapter of life Learn what envisioning is and the brain science that makes it work Be challenged and inspired by thoughtful participants creating their own BIG vision Learn how to use your mind to start living your new vision right away. 🔥 My promise to you: At the end of 8 weeks, you will be able to point to specific and tangible ways that you’re living out your new vision already. 🔥 Sound interes...