Dr Shino Bay takes us through a typical day in his life balancing global leadership and innovation in medical aesthetics
A typical working day…
I aim to begin my morning with intention and mindfulness. I wake up at 7am and the first thing I do is head to the bathroom, drink water and recite either a Hindu or Buddhist prayer, asking for blessings. I repeat this ritual to affirm my meditations, followed by a workout, which varies between gym, yoga or a calisthenics session at home.
For me, starting the day with movement is essential, as it helps reduce cortisol levels, manage stress and keep my telomeres long. This routine takes about an hour and 20 minutes. After that, I take a cold shower and get ready for the day. Fortunately, my commute is short – just 13 minutes – and during the drive I listen the Know Thyself podcast by André Duqum and his guests. This is another opportunity for reflection and setting intentions.
I finish with a cup of coffee, as I practise intermittent fasting, which keeps me going until noon. On Tuesdays, I usually start work at 10am, but for the rest of the week, I arrive between 9 and…
