<![CDATA[Perflow]]>The Perflow Podcast explores what truly shapes our health—and how we can take a more active role in it. In a world of conflicting advice and complex health messaging, Perflow exists to bring clarity, context and practical insight to listeners who want to understand their health more deeply.

]]>https://www.youtube.com/@PerflowPodcastRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:09:35 GMTWed, 01 Apr 2026 15:24:07 GMT60Elliott Ayling<p>The Perflow Podcast explores what truly shapes our health—and how we can take a more active role in it. In a world of conflicting advice and complex health messaging, Perflow exists to bring clarity, context and practical insight to listeners who want to understand their health more deeply.</p>episodicElliott Aylingelliott.ayling@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Episode 1- Self-Care and Well-Being: Practical Strategies From Healthcare Professionals]]>Overview

In this episode of Perflow, Dr. Paul and Wafaa discuss the importance of self-care in healthcare, sharing personal stories, practical tips, and insights to help professionals prioritize their well-being amidst busy schedules. Learn how small daily habits can make a significant difference in health, happiness, and longevity.


Key Topics:

  • The challenge of balancing self-care with professional and personal responsibilities
  • The role of lifestyle medicine in preventing disease and promoting well-being
  • Practical steps to incorporate movement and hydration into daily routines
  • The impact of stress and sympathetic overactivity on health
  • Personal stories illustrating the power of self-care, including Patricia Daly’s inspiring example
  • How to start with small, achievable habits like walking and mindful breathing
  • The importance of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and intrinsic motivation in health behavior change

Resources:

Patricia Daly - Nutritional Therapy (or search for her story online)

Jane Fonda Workouts on YouTube

Jane Fonda: Walking Cardio Workout : Level 1

Association between long working hours and liver enzymes: evidence from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2007–2017 - PMC Song JH, Kim HR, et. al. Ann Occup Environ Med. 2022 May 13;34:e9. doi: 10.35371/aoem.2022.34.e9. PMID: 35801225; PMCID: PMC9209099.

]]>0d0b1220-26eb-4d55-9e76-59df7ea5e761Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT<p><b>Overview</b></p><p>In this episode of Perflow, Dr. Paul and Wafaa discuss the importance of self-care in healthcare, sharing personal stories, practical tips, and insights to help professionals prioritize their well-being amidst busy schedules. Learn how small daily habits can make a significant difference in health, happiness, and longevity.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Topics:</b></p><ul><li>The challenge of balancing self-care with professional and personal responsibilities</li><li>The role of lifestyle medicine in preventing disease and promoting well-being</li><li>Practical steps to incorporate movement and hydration into daily routines</li><li>The impact of stress and sympathetic overactivity on health</li><li>Personal stories illustrating the power of self-care, including Patricia Daly’s inspiring example</li><li>How to start with small, achievable habits like walking and mindful breathing</li><li>The importance of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and intrinsic motivation in health behavior change</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Resources:</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://anheurope.org/news/tribute-to-an-inspirational-practitioner-patricia-daly/" target="_blank">Patricia Daly - Nutritional Therapy</a> (or search for her story online)</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh67LufqWGOXMQindUiNb5Q" target="_blank">Jane Fonda Workouts on YouTube</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UabUNrjSE4" target="_blank">Jane Fonda: Walking Cardio Workout : Level 1</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9209099/" target="_blank">Association between long working hours and liver enzymes: evidence from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2007–2017 - PMC</a> Song JH, Kim HR, et. al. Ann Occup Environ Med. 2022 May 13;34:e9. doi: 10.35371/aoem.2022.34.e9. PMID: 35801225; PMCID: PMC9209099.</p>no00:24:0911Episode 1- Self-Care and Well-Being: Practical Strategies From Healthcare Professionalsfull<![CDATA[Episode 0- Unlocking Self-Care: The PerFlow Podcast Introduction]]>Overview

Join Dr. Paul Ch'en and Dr. Wafaa Abdel-Hadi as they introduce the PerFlow podcast, exploring self-care, lifestyle medicine, and holistic health. Discover their backgrounds, the purpose of the series, and practical tips for better health and personal growth.

Key Topics

Self-care and personal growth

The role of lifestyle medicine in health

The concept and origin of PerFlow

Importance of habits and habit formation

Preventive healthcare and patient empowerment

Takeaways

Self-care encompasses self-help, self-reliance, self-awareness, and self-actualization.

Genes are not the sole determinants of health; lifestyle and habits play a crucial role.

PerFlow stands for Personal Growth and Development and Flow, emphasizing holistic well-being.

Habit formation is key to sustainable health improvements, including sleep, exercise, and social connection.

The podcast aims to challenge conventional health narratives and empower individuals to take control of their health.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Functional Medicine and Its Impact

02:59 The Role of Prevention in Healthcare

09:04 The Concept of Perflow and Its Significance

14:20 Conclusion and Next Steps

15:37 The Importance of Sleep and Daily Routines

]]>c6730ce2-6f26-4d7e-b8b7-5440f83892daMon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT<p><b>Overview</b></p><p>Join Dr. Paul Ch'en and Dr. Wafaa Abdel-Hadi as they introduce the PerFlow podcast, exploring self-care, lifestyle medicine, and holistic health. Discover their backgrounds, the purpose of the series, and practical tips for better health and personal growth.<br /></p><p><b>Key Topics</b></p><p>Self-care and personal growth</p><p>The role of lifestyle medicine in health</p><p>The concept and origin of PerFlow</p><p>Importance of habits and habit formation</p><p>Preventive healthcare and patient empowerment</p><p></p><p><b>Takeaways</b></p><p>Self-care encompasses self-help, self-reliance, self-awareness, and self-actualization.</p><p>Genes are not the sole determinants of health; lifestyle and habits play a crucial role.</p><p>PerFlow stands for Personal Growth and Development and Flow, emphasizing holistic well-being.</p><p>Habit formation is key to sustainable health improvements, including sleep, exercise, and social connection.</p><p>The podcast aims to challenge conventional health narratives and empower individuals to take control of their health.<br /></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Exploring Functional Medicine and Its Impact</p><p>02:59 The Role of Prevention in Healthcare</p><p>09:04 The Concept of Perflow and Its Significance</p><p>14:20 Conclusion and Next Steps</p><p>15:37 The Importance of Sleep and Daily Routines</p>no00:18:401Episode 0- Unlocking Self-Care: The PerFlow Podcast Introductionfull