Real Health Talk
Hello and welcome to 'Real Health Talk Podcast ! With Zak Good and Jordan Davey.
Together, we're here to go deep into holistic health and make it relatable for your everyday life.
We're breaking down complex topics into clear, actionable advice. Covering nutrition, movement, mindset, and lifestyle.
Join us for engaging episodes where we transform holistic health from a concept into a daily practice. Whether you're just starting out or you're a health nerd like us, this podcast is here to help you on your journey.
Let’s dive in, go deep, and understand what the true pillars of health are, and how you can use them to live your best life.
Yours in the best of health,
Zak and Jordan
Real Health Talk
Episode 43: Retreat Integration, Winter Health Optimisation Cold Exposure, Breathwork, Circadian Rhythm and Reconnecting with What Matters
This one is part retreat debrief, part winter survival guide, part reminder to stop playing small.
Jordan checks in from Bali after hosting a five-day immersive retreat. Zak is back on the Surf Coast, facing early winter and diving deep into how to stay aligned when the sun disappears and the cold sets in. What follows is a raw conversation about integration, health, connection and the choices that shape the life you live.
We unpack the power of breathwork and emotional release, how to regulate your nervous system in real time, and what it means to witness transformation happen right in front of you. Jordan shares what came up for him during the retreat and what it looks like to hold space when people are moving through deep pain, fear and change.
We dive into the science of winter. How cold becomes the key circadian input when sunlight fades. Why your mitochondrial haplotype influences how you handle different climates. How melatonin, autophagy and seasonal eating shift your biology and protect your energy. Why inflammation, immune suppression and burnout often come from ignoring these natural rhythms.
We also explore presence and intention. The addiction to distraction. Why connection to food, community and land matters. What changes when you sit down, hum over your meal, bless it, and actually feel grateful for what is in front of you.
This is for anyone who is feeling disconnected or stuck. For anyone who knows there is a better way but hasn’t backed themselves to make the leap yet. For anyone who needs the reminder that everything they need is already within them.
This one is honest, practical and confronting in all the right ways.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene
01:08 Reflections on the Retreat Experience
03:43 The Power of Breathwork and Healing Practices
09:50 Personal Breakthroughs and Lessons Learned
14:47 The Importance of Community and Connection
18:59 Addressing Mental Health and Authentic Conversations
21:51 The Ripple Effect of Kindness and Connection
25:12 Reconnecting with Community and Nature
28:49 Practicing Presence and Mindfulness
31:15 Intentional Living and Mindfulness
34:19 Navigating Seasonal Changes and Health
39:14 The Role of Sunlight and Circadian Rhythms
45:34 Embracing Cold for Health Benefits
52:32 Resilience Through Discomfort
56:14 Dietary Adjustments for Winter Wellness
01:01:16 Connecting with Food and Community