In the conclusion of this two-part series of A Wise and Happy Life, host Bob Martin continues his deep dive with Brussels-based osteopath Tom Meyers. Building on their previous discussion of evolutionary mismatch, this episode focuses on practical tools for managing chronic, undifferentiated stress. Tom explains how our bodies have become "anticipation machines" that automatically scan for danger , and why we must move from automatic survival modes into conscious "doing" to maintain our health.

Tom shares his unique approach to Integrated Osteopathy, highlighting the power of specific touch points on the head and face to deactivate the stress response. They also explore the profound psychological shift of "changing your story"—substituting limiting metaphors for empowering ones to literally alter the trajectory of your future.

• The Problem with Chronic Stress: Unlike the acute danger of a tiger in the jungle, modern stressors are chronic and non-identifiable, keeping the body in a constant, exhausting state of high alert.
• The "Anticipation Machine": Tom explains that stress is an automatic biological response, whereas positive states like joy or meditation require intentional "doing" and practice.
• The Power of Touch: Discover how simple hand gestures—or Mudras—and touching specific points on the temples, forehead, and neck can fill the body with a sense of security and safety.
• Heart Rate Variability (HRV) & Coherence: Tom details his personal routine of using breathing exercises and touch to move from a state of physical stress into "coherence" before eating or seeing patients.
• "Get" vs. "Have": A powerful story illustrating how a single word change—substituting "I get to" for "I have to"—can instantly change a person's perception of their life and future.

"Our stress response is responding with a physical approach... but today our environment is changing so fast that there is a conflict between biology and culture. Biology is slow, our environment is fast." — Tom Meyers

Tom Meyers is an osteopath, speaker, and the author of Futurize Yourself. Based in Brussels, he is a thought leader in the reset approach, helping people worldwide evolve with purpose and intention.

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• Website:https://www.futurizeyourself.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meyerstom/

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In Part 1 of this two-part series of A Wise and Happy Life, host Bob Martin sits down with Tom Meyers—Brussels-based osteopath and author of Future as Yourself—to discuss how to reclaim your life through Conscious Evolution.

The world is changing faster than ever, yet our bodies remain stuck in the past. Together, Bob and Tom explore the Evolutionary Mismatch that keeps us trapped in ancient stress responses while navigating a high-speed digital age. Tom shares his powerful personal journey from a suicidal crisis as a shopkeeper to finding his true potential as a therapist, illustrating how anyone can "pull themselves forward" by choosing their direction on purpose.

Episode Highlights

The DNA for Your Future: Discover why "DNA" stands for Does Not Alter. Tom explains that identifying the archetypes you are born with—such as being a researcher, communicator, or traveler—is the essential first step to imagining a future you can actually achieve.

Evolutionary Mismatch: A deep dive into why our ancient stress responses and biological needs are in conflict with modern environments, leading to an epidemic of stress-related ailments and obesity.

Conscious Evolution vs. Technology: Learn why we must take responsibility for our evolution rather than letting AI and technology drive us in random, anxiety-inducing directions.

The Holon Concept: An exploration of how individuals are both separate entities and integral parts of the societal whole, and why personal reform is the catalyst for industrial and cultural change.

Video Chapters 0:00 Introduction to Podcast and Guest 4:09 Bob's Story of Entropy 8:18 Tom Meyers on Futurizing Yourself 12:27 The Limits of Imagination 16:36 Tom's Personal Crisis and Turning Point 20:45 The Astrologer's Impact 24:54 Reflecting on Key Questions 29:03 Discovering Personal Strengths

Direct Quote "DNA is so beautiful as a word because... it means 'Does Not Alter.' From that point, when you start to acknowledge that you have something that does not alter, then you can start imagining a future more accurately." — Tom Meyers

Connect with Tom Meyers: Website: Future-izeYourself.com or TomMeyers.com LinkedIn: Tom Meyers (Subscribe to his "Futures Explorer" newsletter for serialized book chapters)

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What does hope sound like when it’s surrounded by the noise of empire? Bob Martin’s latest commentary, The Sound Coming From the Other Side, explores the meaning of Palm Sunday through a lens of peace and justice. It’s a Holy Week reflection that connects ancient history to our modern-day struggle for salvation and grace. Follow the sound of hope.

Key Topics:

• The historical significance of Palm Sunday and its symbolism

• The juxtaposition of peace and violence in societal processes

• The relevance of these biblical themes to contemporary issues of power and justice

• The power of choice: following the sound of hope or fear

Video Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to Riverside Church 00:33 - Palm Sunday and the poem’s inspiration 01:01 - Faith, justice, and beauty at Garden of Grace 01:28 - Two processions in Jerusalem 01:56 - Purpose of the poem for Holy Week 02:12 - Imagining standing in the street on Palm Sunday 02:52 - Peaceful procession of Jesus 03:22 - Roman cavalry's intimidating sound 03:51 - Historical context of the chant 04:41 - Empire's ongoing presence and hope

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