Jason Nemer is an acrobat, author, and the co-founder of acroyoga.    His book Move, Connect, Play: The Art and Science of AcroYoga details the core principles of AcroYoga, a practice that melds circus arts with the healing power of massage and the breathwork of yoga. Jason’s passion for partner acrobatics began at just 12 years old, and he went on to win silver and bronze medals at the World Championships and performed at the Olympic Games. After discovering yoga, Eastern philosophy, and Thai massage, he began fusing the key elements that would soon become the global practice of AcroYoga. Jason has dedicated his life to AcroYoga and travels the world to study, teach, and unite communities. His motivation is rooted in the belief that AcroYoga can empower all people through fun and connection. To pre-order a copy of Move, Connect, Play: The Art and Science of AcroYoga, click here. If You Enjoy The Thought Room Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts or give us a shoutout on Instagram with your favorite moment from this episode for a chance to be re-shared. Find me on Instagram @hallie_rosebud and @thoughtroompodcast.  If the Thought Room means something to you, I want to know.  Your voice means the world, and YOU matter to me.  Please consider writing me a line or two, or share your excitement by tapping the link below.    ↓Quick link to leave some ♥ LOVE ♥  for The Thought Room: ↓    → https://kite.link/Review ←  As a thank you, download my free gift to you: 5 Minutes to Freedom Meditation  https://www.hallierose.com/meditation This episode is sponsored by:   BetterHelp Online Counseling: Click here → https://betterhelp.com/thoughtroom  Code: THOUGHTROOM for 10% off your first month     Ayahuasca Retreats at Soltara Healing Center:  Click here → http://soltara.co/thoughtroom $200 off Ayahuasca retreats at Soltara Healing Center with code THOUGHTROOM.  3rd Eye Cacao:  Click here —> https://thirdeyecacao.com/thoughtroom Use the coupon code “THOUGHTROOM” for 15% off!   Why cacao? As an excellent alternative to coffee, cacao is rich in theobromine, a native relative to caffeine. Theobromine's heart-opening effects energize the body and elevate the mood.  Third Eye Cacao is organically grown, hand picked and sun-dried. Just boil water— Third Eye Cacao is easy enough for your morning ritual, and pure enough to be used for cacao ceremonies! (Check out Ep. 40 with Third Eye Founder, Neil Ryan Dumra).    Move, Connect, Play Foundation Course Click here —> http://acroyoga.org/MCP-OFFER  Use the coupon code “THOUGHTROOM” for 15% off!  Topics Explored:    24:33 - What is AcroYoga? How AcroYoga helps us live a more vibrant life in connection with ourselves and other humans  The differences between AcroYoga and aerial yoga Hallie’s introduction to AcroYoga and how she found her community in New York City 44:20 - Partner acrobatics, yoga, and the birth of AcroYoga as a practice The coding of our DNA to encourage trust and playfulness  How having his home stolen taught Jason to trust the universe  70:19 - The AcroYoga culture of acceptance and embracing people as human 1:18:46 - Jason’s experiences teaching AcroYoga in a refugee camp Learning to embrace joy How can we maintain an openness to being wrong about everything?  The angels we meet on our path who change our lives 1:28:08 - Jason’s book Move, Connect, Play and his dream of building a fixed community  How Jason tried to create a book that would hold something of value for everyone 1:40:28 - Hallie and her partner Judd’s experiences being coached by Jason as a couple How partner work can help us go beyond the physical to deepen trust, communication, and self-talk in our relationships AcroYoga as a portal for healing in relationships Learning to be more present with each other 1:53:54 - Communication and boundaries  2:02:35 - Jason’s experience doing AcroYoga with a paraplegic man with extra abilities  Resources:   M