AIM Health Institute

01/17/2026

In case you missed us...
A very special edition of A Mindfulness Experience with JD Talasek and Fred Johnson is now up on Youtube.

In this episode, we explore the intersection of art and science and their roles in our wellbeing, mind, body & spirit! Stay tuned for more offerings of the Beating Heart Moment!

About JD:
JD Talasek is an arts and culture leader working at the intersection of art, science, and society. As Director of Cultural Programs at the National Academy of Sciences, he develops exhibitions and public programs that explore how creativity and research shape our understanding of the world. He also serves as Art Advisor to Issues in Science and Technology and Editor-in-Chief of Leonardo Journal (MIT Press), an international publication dedicated to the dialogue between the arts, sciences, and technology. He is also a Board Member with AIM Health Institute.

About Fred:
Fred Johnson is a renowned vocalist, storyteller, and healing arts guide whose work brings together music, mindfulness, and spiritual practice. For decades, he has supported communities around the world through teachings on sound, breath, and the power of the human voice to cultivate peace and inner connection. He is an ordained Universal Worship Minister in the Inayatiyya International Sufi Order, a celebrated sound healer and jazz vocalist, and a Master Sound Healing Teacher with The Shift Network. Fred also serves as Artist in Residence at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and at the National Academy of Sciences, and as the Prescriptive Arts, Health and Spirit Life Enrichment Facilitator for AIM Health Institute.

Greetings friends,Thank you for joining us for A Mindfulness Experience with J.D. Talasek, director of Cultural Programs of the National Academy of Science...

01/15/2026

We hope you will join us for a very special edition of A Mindfulness Experience. Friday January 16th at 2-3PM EST on Zoom.

This week we welcome JD Talasek and Fred Johnson as part of our "Beating Heart Moment" series. An exploration into the science and mysticism of health.

You don't want to miss this thought provoking gathering!

Zoom registration:
https://rwc.smhs.gwu.edu/events/online-mindfulness-experience

JD Talasek is an arts and culture leader working at the intersection of art, science, and society. As Director of Cultural Programs at the National Academy of Sciences, he develops exhibitions and public programs that explore how creativity and research shape our understanding of the world. He also serves as Art Advisor to Issues in Science and Technology and Editor-in-Chief of Leonardo Journal (MIT Press), an international publication dedicated to the dialogue between the arts, sciences, and technology. He is also a Board Member with AIM Health Institute.

Fred Johnson is a renowned vocalist, storyteller, and healing arts guide whose work brings together music, mindfulness, and spiritual practice. For decades, he has supported communities around the world through teachings on sound, breath, and the power of the human voice to cultivate peace and inner connection. He is an ordained Universal Worship Minister in the Inayatiyya International Sufi Order, a celebrated sound healer and jazz vocalist, and a Master Sound Healing Teacher with The Shift Network. Fred also serves as Artist in Residence at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and at the National Academy of Sciences, and as the Prescriptive Arts, Health and Spirit Life Enrichment Facilitator for AIM Health Institute.

Stay tuned for more "Beating Heart Moment" offerings coming this spring!

01/12/2026

AIM Health Institute invites you to The Beating Heart Moment, Week 5!

This week, continues our exploration of the song of the breath, with a special emphasis on releasing and letting go.

Watch the full video on our YouTube Channel:
https://youtu.be/j8UlEy59poI?si=JsrgLwd26yILwyVk

Each Monday, Fred Johnson shares a short video message to help you set intention, soften into your heartspace, and gently orient your week toward presence and healing. This weekly practice is designed as an anchor to support mindfulness, grounding, and the integration of mind-body practices into daily life.

Subscribe to AIM’s YouTube channel to receive notifications when a new message from Fred is posted.

Fred Johnson is a renowned vocalist, storyteller, and healing arts guide whose work brings together music, mindfulness, and spiritual practice. For decades, he has supported communities around the world through teachings on sound, breath, and the power of the human voice to cultivate peace and inner connection.

He is an ordained Universal Worship Minister in the Inayatiyya International Sufi Order, a celebrated sound healer and jazz vocalist, and a Master Sound Healing Teacher with The Shift Network. Fred also serves as Artist in Residence at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and at the National Academy of Sciences, and as the Prescriptive Arts, Health and Spirit Life Enrichment Facilitator for AIM Health Institute.

We also welcome you to join us live every Friday at 2:00 PM (ET) on Zoom for A Mindfulness Experience with AIM Founder Misha Kogan

A Mindfulness Experience is a free, community-based call offering:
• Guided mindfulness and stress relief
• Gentle support for the nervous and immune systems
• Evidence-informed answers to your wellness questions
• A warm community exploring the connection between mind, body, and spirit

We hope to see you there this Friday January 19th for a live mind-body practice lead by Fred Johnson!

A Mindfulness Experience Zoom registration:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vd-uuqz4iHtfe-c14fpwO3pgP7Z6boa11 #/registration

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01/08/2026

Greetings Friends! Happy New Year!

We hope to see you for A Mindfulness Experience at 2 p.m. ET this Friday with Misha Kogan , Founder of AIM Health Institute, Chief Medical Officer of GW Center for Integrative Medicine (GWCIM), and Associate Professor of Medicine at the The George Washington University, and Angela Gabriel, MSOM, LAc, SEP, licensed acupuncturist, somatic experiencing director, and operations director at GW Center for Integrative Medicine

Join us live on Zoom each Friday. Invite a friend! Bring your questions for Dr Kogan! Practice with community!

Zoom registration:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vd-uuqz4iHtfe-c14fpwO3pgP7Z6boa11 #/registration

01/08/2026

Happy & Healthy New Year Friends!

We hope you will join us for our first A Mindfulnes Experience gathering of 2026.

Friday at 2PM EST on Zoom. Registration link in our bio.

This week, we welcome AIM Founder and Angela Gabriel, MSOM, LAc, SEP, licensed acupuncturist, somatic experiencing director, and operations director at

Bring your health-related questions for Dr Kogan! Angela will lead a mind-body practice focusing on

This free weekly community event is brought to you by , and

See you there 🌱

01/05/2026

Welcome to the New Year! Start your week with intention with this special video message from , part of our series The Beating Heart Moment. Week 4.

This week, Fred Johnson leads us through a sonic exercise demonstrating the role of vibration in providing us with a sense of inner calm, safety & security.



Fred Johnson is a renowned vocalist, storyteller, and healing arts guide whose work brings together music, mindfulness, and spiritual practice. For decades, he has supported communities around the world through teachings on sound, breath, and the power of the human voice to cultivate peace and inner connection.

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel. Link in our bio.

About the Beating Heart Moment:
Each Monday, Fred Johnson shares a short video message to help you set intention, soften into your heartspace, and gently orient your week toward presence and healing. This weekly practice is designed as an anchor to support mindfulness, grounding, and the integration of mind-body practices into daily life. We hope you will also join us each Friday to close your week with A Mindfulness Experience hosted by AIM Founder . Zoom registration in our bio.

Subscribe to AIM’s YouTube channel to receive notifications when a new message from Fred is posted each week.

Stay tuned for more Beating Heart offerings both online and in-person in 2026💡

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01/05/2026

AIM Health Institute invites you to The Beating Heart Moment, Week 4...

In this video, Fred shares a sonic exercise demonstrating how the song of our breath plays a role in maintaining our sense of wellbeing, calm & safety.

Watch the video message from Fred Johnson here:
https://youtu.be/NjYm-ESwqJk?si=zEUlSJ9gzxhdXBbz

Each Monday, Fred Johnson shares a short video message to help you set intention, soften into your heartspace, and gently orient your week toward presence and healing. This weekly practice is designed as an anchor to support mindfulness, grounding, and the integration of mind-body practices into daily life.

Subscribe to AIM's YouTube channel to receive notifications when a new message from Fred is posted.

Fred Johnson is a renowned vocalist, storyteller, and healing arts guide whose work brings together music, mindfulness, and spiritual practice. For decades, he has supported communities around the world through teachings on sound, breath, and the power of the human voice to cultivate peace and inner connection.

He is an ordained Universal Worship Minister in the Inayatiyya International Sufi Order, a celebrated sound healer and jazz vocalist, and a Master Sound Healing Teacher with The Shift Network. Fred also serves as Artist in Residence at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and at the National Academy of Sciences, and as the Prescriptive Arts, Health and Spirit Life Enrichment Facilitator for AIM Health Institute.

We also welcome you to join us live every Friday at 2:00 PM (ET) on Zoom for
A Mindfulness Experience with Misha Kogan, MD

A Mindfulness Experience is a free, community-based call offering:
• Guided mindfulness and stress relief
• Gentle support for the nervous and immune systems
• Evidence-informed answers to your wellness questions
• A warm community exploring the connection between mind, body, and spirit

We hope to see you this Friday January 9th for our first live gathering of the New Year!!

Register for the free Friday Zoom call here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regis...

Subscribe to AIM Health Institute to receive each week’s Beating Heart Moment and stay connected to our community offerings. https://www.healthaim.org/contact-us/

https://youtu.be/NjYm-ESwqJk?si=2rC7rAGZUXxABUpk

AIM Health Institute invites you to The Beating Heart Moment.Each Monday, Fred Johnson shares a short video message to help you set intention, soften into y...

01/02/2026

“As a society we are not emphasizing and supporting self expression and creativity as the healthy behavior it is”

Moira McGuire at The Beating Heart: The Art and Science of Health, October 30th 2025, National Academy of Sciences. Hosted in part by and

We hope you will join us as we continue to explore the intersection of science and mysticism and their roles in our

The Beating Heart is presented by AIM Health Institute as a collaborative community-based project, with special guests including and AIM Founder

Stay tuned for more live in-person and online events. Watch the full video and more like these on our YouTube channel. Link available in our bio.

12/29/2025

AIM Health Institute invites you to The Beating Heart Moment, Week 3!

Watch the video here on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/Ad43TpmMBws?si=skYebNqixAPG0ir0

Each Monday, Fred Johnson shares a short video message to help you set intention, soften into your heartspace, and gently orient your week toward presence and healing. This weekly practice is designed as an anchor to support mindfulness, grounding, and the integration of mind-body practices into daily life.

Subscribe to AIM's YouTube channel to receive notifications when a new message from Fred is posted.

Fred Johnson is a renowned vocalist, storyteller, and healing arts guide whose work brings together music, mindfulness, and spiritual practice. For decades, he has supported communities around the world through teachings on sound, breath, and the power of the human voice to cultivate peace and inner connection.

He is an ordained Universal Worship Minister in the Inayatiyya International Sufi Order, a celebrated sound healer and jazz vocalist, and a Master Sound Healing Teacher with The Shift Network. Fred also serves as Artist in Residence at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and at the National Academy of Sciences, and as the Prescriptive Arts, Health and Spirit Life Enrichment Facilitator for AIM Health Institute.

We also welcome you to join us live every Friday at 2:00 PM (ET) on Zoom for
A Mindfulness Experience with Dr. Misha Kogan.

A Mindfulness Experience is a free, community-based call offering:
• Guided mindfulness and stress relief
• Gentle support for the nervous and immune systems
• Evidence-informed answers to your wellness questions
• A warm community exploring the connection between mind, body, and spirit

Register for the free Friday Zoom call here:
https://us02web.zoom.u...

Subscribe to AIM Health Institute to receive each week’s Beating Heart Moment and stay connected to our community offerings.

12/23/2025

As the seasons change…🍁❄️

In case you missed us, stopped by with some wellness tips on how to navigate the transition into winter months. Watch the full video on our YouTube channel for Dr McCarter’s approach to cold & flu season, complete with medicinal recipes and creative ways to incorporate herbs into your healing.

Fred Johnson also shared a timely message on the unifying spirit of our breath, a message to carry us through the holy holidays. We hope you will join us in the New Year for more Beating Heart Moments, a collaborative project between and AIM Health Institute.

Watch this episode of A Mindfulness Experience here:
https://youtu.be/tcCpKZl3sKE?si=rF0hPSvP96G9gLcV

Wishing you all a Happy & Healthy Holiday Season! See you in 2026 💫

12/19/2025

Spiritus (Latin for “breath, spirit”) is a fundamental Latin word from the verb spirare (to breathe), meaning breath, air, soul, courage, or life, and is the root for English words like spirit, inspire, expire, and conspire, carrying the core idea of breath or a vital force.

Fred Johnson at The Beating Heart: The Art and Science of Health, October 30th 2025, National Academy of Sciences. Hosted in part by and

We hope you will join us as we continue to explore the intersection of science and mysticism and their roles in our

The Beating Heart is presented by AIM Health Institute as a collaborative community-based project, with special guests including Mikhail Kogan and Moira McGuire.

Stay tuned for more live in-person and online events. Watch the full video and more like these on our YouTube channel. Link available in our bio.

12/18/2025

We hope to see you at A Mindfulness Experience with special guest Dr Safiya McCarter, AIM Board Member and Founder of

Dr. McCarter is a dually licensed naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist. She specializes in integrative medical care to meet the unique healthcare needs and goals of her patients.

Tune in live on Zoom at 2PM EST. Bring a friend! Connect and practice with our community. Registration link in our bio 🌱

This free weekly event is brought to you by , and