
From Rugby Injury to 40 Days on Water | Q&A Sinclair Fischer-Gray | Ep 9
Wanna hear more about our Raw Chef Trainings? Check: https://www.therawtemple.com/dM4IMO Summary Sinclair shares his journey from a rugby injury to discovering fasting as a powerful tool for healing. After completing multiple long fasts, including a 40-day water fast, he experienced not just physical recovery but deep emotional and spiritual breakthroughs. He emphasizes that fasting is not a quick fix, but a reset that works best when combined with rest, proper refeeding, and emotional awareness. His approach blends high-fruit nutrition, regular cleansing, and meditation to support both performance and inner balance. Ultimately, he believes true healing comes from aligning the body, mind, and emotions—not just removing food. Links: The Raw Temple: https://therawtemple.com The Raw Temple's Instagram: / therawtemple Sinclair's Instagram: / fastingthehealerwithin Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:02:10 - Sinclair's Health and Detox Journey 00:03:43 - Discovering Fasting and Initial Experiences 00:07:22 - Challenges and Lessons from Fasting 00:08:55 - Understanding Fasting and Its Effects 00:11:34 - Emotional Experiences During Fasting 00:14:06 - The Power of Love and Fasting 00:15:45 - Fasting and Creating Space for Experiences 00:17:01 - Sinclair's Documentary and Fasting Journey 00:18:44 - Raw Temple Academy and Raw Talks 00:20:10 - Sinclair's Diet and Fasting Practices 00:22:05 - Building Strength and Muscle with Fasting and Diet 00:24:00 - Importance of Regular Cleansing 00:25:26 - Q&A Session: Spiritual Practices and Fasting 00:29:08 - Q&A Session: Exercise During Fasting 00:31:19 - Dry Fasting vs Water Fasting: Experiences and Insights 00:33:54 - Importance of Elimination During Fasting 00:40:50 - Fasting: Individual Practice vs Community Experience 00:44:06 - Natural Healing Remedies During Fasting 00:46:23 - Meditation and Fasting: A Powerful Combination 00:47:24 - Gua Sha: A Detoxifying Skin Care Routine 00:48:12 - Fasting Experiences: Men vs Women 00:50:22 - Impact of Fasting on Women's Menstrual Cycle 00:51:05 - Fasting, Eating Disorders, and Emotional Challenges 00:52:43 - Addressing Emotions: The Key to Successful Fasting 00:55:19 - Fasting and Food Addiction 01:01:05 - Emotional Regulation and Consistency in Overcoming Addiction 01:01:51 - Religion, Fasting and Emotional Control 01:02:08 - Self-Regulation Through Breathing and Meditation 01:03:00 - The Power of Discipline in Fasting 01:07:17 - Understanding Body's Reaction to Food Post-Fasting 01:10:46 - The Role of Creatine in Muscle Building 01:11:30 - Creatine: Personal Experiences and Controversies 01:16:48 - Impact of Sleep on Eating Habits 01:17:19 - Influence of Sleep and Diet on Food Choices 01:18:05 - Future Plans: Fasting Retreat 01:19:21 - Closing Remarks and Call to Action