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Chapter 1What is MindfulnessOnce upon a time, in a world filled with chaos and distraction, there was a book called Mindfulness by J. Mark G. Williams and Danny Penman. This book became a guiding light for those seeking inner peace and clarity in their lives. Through its pages, readers learned the art of paying attention to the present moment, of being fully aware of their thoughts and emotions without judgment.With practical exercises and insights, the book taught readers how to cultivate mindfulness in their daily lives, bringing calm and balance to their minds. As they delved deeper into the teachings of the book, they discovered a profound sense of inner serenity and connectedness to the world around them.In the end, they realized that true peace could be found not in the chaos of the outside world, but within themselves, through the practice of mindfulness. And so, they embarked on a journey of self-discovery and transformation, guided by the wisdom of Mindfulness.Chapter 2 Meet the Writer of MindfulnessWilliams and Penman employ a clear and accessible language style that effectively conveys the principles and practices of mindfulness. They utilize descriptive and evocative language to help readers understand the emotions and meanings associated with mindfulness techniques. Their writing is persuasive and engaging, encouraging readers to delve deeper into the practice of mindfulness. Overall, their use of language serves to effectively convey the benefits and importance of mindfulness in everyday life.Chapter 3 Deeper Understanding of MindfulnessMindfulness, defined as the practice of being present and aware in the moment, has had a significant impact on literature, culture, and society in recent years. This practice has gained popularity as a tool for managing stress, improving mental health, and enhancing overall well-being.In literature, mindfulness has been explored as a theme in various works, with authors incorporating the practice into their characters' journeys of self-discovery and personal growth. Books such as "Wherever You Go, There You Are" by Jon Kabat-Zinn and "The Miracle of Mindfulness" by Thich Nhat Hanh have become influential texts in the field of mindfulness literature, encouraging readers to cultivate a greater sense of presence in their daily lives.In terms of culture, mindfulness has permeated popular media and entertainment, with numerous apps, websites, and podcasts dedicated to teaching mindfulness practices and techniques. Additionally, mindfulness-based therapies, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), have gained traction in the mental health field as effective tools for managing anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.Society as a whole has also embraced mindfulness, with schools, workplaces, and community organizations incorporating mindfulness practices into their programs and initiatives. Mindfulness training has been shown to improve focus, attention, and emotional regulation, leading to more productive and compassionate interactions among individuals.Overall, mindfulness has had a profound impact on modern society, changing people's ways of thinking and encouraging a more mindful, present approach to living. Its influence on literature, culture, and society has helped to promote a greater sense of awareness, connection, and well-being among individuals around the world.Chapter 4 Other Accessible Resources1. "Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World" by J. Mark G. Williams and Danny Penman - available for purchase on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores2. "Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World" - an app based on the book by J. Mark G. Williams and Danny Penman, available for download on the

Julie Baumgardner's love for all things marriage and family comes from her own experience trying to navigate life after her parents' divorce. Her passion to help people create healthy, vibrant relationships has taken her on an incredible 35+ year journey from counseling teens and at risk couples to speaking nationally and internationally, creating classes and resources for married couples, hosting a television show, and writing a weekly marriage and family newspaper column. Intentional Living and Marriage Planning in a Frantic World | Julie Baumgardner Senior Director of WinShape Marriage Find an upcoming marriage retreat and invest in your marriage: https://marriage.winshape.org -- Welcome to the Wholehearted Leader hosted by Lantz Howard. I am here to help faith-driven entrepreneurs have a killer business, a passionate marriage, and live on mission.My purpose is your flourishing.One conversation could shift everything right now.Lantz is a trained marriage therapist, professional executive business coach, and organizational health leader. www.lantzhoward.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/lantzhoward https://www.instagram.com/lantzhoward

Dr. Danny Penman and Oxford Professor Mark Williams come together with a 8-week program to help us rediscover calm in this chaotic world.Their new book Deeper Mindfulness is a guide to get us started in a meditation and mindfulness practice.Dr. Danny Penman – is an award-winning journalist, a meditation teacher.  And the coauthor of the international bestseller Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World. Dr.  Penman came to the world of mindfulness following a paragliding accident – and you could say it changed his life. Oxford Professor Mark Williams is an emeritus professor of clinical psychology at the University of Oxford in the UK. He is a fellow Of the British psychological Society, the Academy of Medical Sciences and The British Academy. He co-founded Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy – MBCT in the 90's and has been treating patients with Cognitive therapy for decades. Though he believed in his work, he wasn't sharing the science with the masses until he  met up with Danny Penman. Their latest book is  - Deeper Mindfulness: the new way to rediscover calm in a chaotic world. 

Dr. Danny Penman is a meditation teacher and award-winning writer and journalist. He is co-author of the two-million selling Mindfulness: An Eight Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World. He has received journalism awards from the Humane Society of the United States and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. In 2014, he won the British Medical Association's Best Book Award for You Are Not Your Pain. Danny's books are now used in health care systems around the world to help people cope with anxiety, stress, depression, and chronic pain. They have been translated into more than 30 languages. He can be reached at franticworld.com or via social media @DrDannyPenman. Join Robert Manni, author of The Guys' Guy's Guide To Love as we discuss life, love and the pursuit of happiness. Subscribe to Guy's Guy Radio on iTunes! Buy The Guys' Guy's Guide to Love now!

Dr. Danny Penman is a meditation teacher and award-winning writer and journalist. He is co-author of the two-million selling Mindfulness: An Eight Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World. He has received journalism awards from the Humane Society of the United States and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. In 2014, he won the British Medical Association's Best Book Award for You Are Not Your Pain. Danny's books are now used in health care systems around the world to help people cope with anxiety, stress, depression, and chronic pain. They have been translated into more than 30 languages. He can be reached at franticworld.com or via social media @DrDannyPenman. Join Robert Manni, author of The Guys' Guy's Guide To Love as we discuss life, love and the pursuit of happiness. Subscribe to Guy's Guy Radio on iTunes! Buy The Guys' Guy's Guide to Love now!

There are moments in life that decide your fate. They ripple into the future and dictate how you experience the world in the moments that follow; either positive and uplifting, dark and chaotic, or flat and dull.What if you could recognize these moments before they seized control of your life?What if you could use them to set sail for a better future? What if all moments, big and small, could be harnessed this way?These are the questions that Oxford Professor Mark Williams and Dr. Danny Penman address in their wonderful new book, Deeper Mindfulness: A New Way to Rediscover Calm in a Chaotic World, which you can pick up wherever books are sold.These questions are also at the heart of our conversation today which is the second in our stress and anxiety series here on the podcast. Each episode in this series invites some of the world's leading experts to share inspiring insights, practical tools, and helpful resources for navigating stress and anxiety more effectively in our lives. Miss the first episode in the series? You can find it here:Unwinding Anxiety | Dr. Jud BrewerIn today's episode Mark and Danny will share: How they have used mindfulness to overcome personal and professional challenges including a hangliding accident that led to Danny's hospitalization and the incredible story of his recovery. Why mindfulness is so effective for healing, and for working with stress and anxietyWhy they have made mindfulness the central focus of their work in mental healthAn introduction to the concept of 'feeling tones' - an automatic and often subconscious categorization of our experience as pleasant, unpleasant, or neutral. How to increase awareness of feeling tones in the moment they happenPractices for working with feeling tones that lead to calm, clarity, and wellbeing.Neuroscience findings that shed light on how our brains construct our reality and how we can leverage this knowledge to take back control of our lives.About Danny and Mark:Dr Danny Penman is a qualified meditation teacher and award-winning writer and journalist. He currently writes features for the UK Daily Mail, having previously worked for the BBC, New Scientist and the Independent newspaper. He is co-author of the international bestseller Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World.  In 2014, he won the British Medical Association's Best Book Award for Mindfulness for Health: A Practical Guide to Relieving Pain, Reducing Stress and Restoring Wellbeing (co- written with Vidyamala Burch). His books have been translated into more than 25 languages. Professor Mark Williams is Professor of Clinical Psychology and Wellcome Trust Principal Research Fellow at the University of Oxford. He co-developed MBCT, is Director of the Oxford Mindfulness Centre, and is co-author of the international best-seller The Mindful Way Through Depression. He is one of the premier researchers in the field of mindfulness worldwide, and has been a pioneer in its development and dissemination.Visit Franticworld.com for more on Mark and DannyThe 5-day Transforming Stress Challenge begins November 13th. Register now!Head to practicingcourage.com/stress to sign up.Thanks for listening!Support the show

Do you spend your daily life on auto-pilot? We all do it. Many of us have daily habits that we repeat day after day without even realising it. This means that we often miss out on the truly beautiful moments by just not noticing them. Do you want to be more mindful and add a little spice to your life?In this episode of Mentally Stronger, I introduce you to the Habit Releaser. This useful tool comes from a book titled ‘Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World' by Mark Williams, an Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Oxford University.I'll explain how to use the Habit Releaser by taking simple actionable steps every day to break those habits and start to notice the world around us more. By taking these same steps, you can learn to really enjoy every single moment, whether you spend it on your own or with your family and friends.Melli O'Brien:https://melliobrien.com/Join Headstrong, Melli's 8-week online mental strength training course: https://melliobrien.com/headstrong-program/Join the Mental Strength School: https://melliobrien.com/mental-strength-school/

Welcome to Episode 84 - Overcoming trauma with mindfulness with Mark Sidney Are you curious about how mindfulness can help heal trauma? Then join me as I chat with Mark Sidney, the director of Mindful Therapies and the Director of Operations at Mindful Impact Mark brings a wealth of lived and learned experience to the mindfulness-space, and is passionate about sharing how mindfulness can heal trauma and foster personal growth. Mark also shows how he uses mindfulness in the business world to make workplaces more balanced and harmonious. He encourages businesses and employees to adopt mindfulness, unlocking its potential for improved focus, creativity, and reduced stress. Tune in to unlock the power of mindfulness with Mark Sidney, and embark on a journey towards self-discovery, acceptance, and empowerment. If you're keen to check out the links mentioned in this episode, here they are: Website: www.mindfultherapies.org.uk   Website: https://mindfulimpact.co.uk  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/mark.sidney.50  YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@mindfultherapies3588  Linked In:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksidney  Dr Russ Harris https://www.actmindfully.com.au/  Mindfulness with Attitude: A practical guide to living a mindful life: https://amzn.to/3NZ9zx2  Full Catastrophe Living (Revised Edition): Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness: https://amzn.to/3OsH4cN  Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World: https://amzn.to/44ZTC0B  For more from Mindful Men, check out the website at www.mindful-men.com.au ***If anything triggers you from today's episode, please reach out to your support networks or seek professional help*** Cheers, Simon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mindfulmen/message

In today's conversation, I speak with Veronica Stanwell - a multidisciplinary healing and creative arts practitioner who weaves soma, psyche, ceremony and song into intimate gatherings for connection, healing and growth. Driven by a longing for a collective shift towards nature-awe, eco-imagination and rekindled interconnectedness, Veronica is the founder of Rooted Healing, an organization that helps heal and connect inner and outer landscapes through transformational gatherings in nature, cross-cultural wisdom exchange, and somatic and transpersonal workshops. Offering legal and unique ceremonial Psilocybin retreats in the Netherlands, ancestral immersions in her homeland of Wales and many other gatherings that re-indigenise and re-root people back into the land, Veronica's mission is to cultivate the kind of profound belonging that ends habits and systems of harm and instils an embodied remembrance of what it means to be creative, human and alive. As part of a growing collection of resources and projects, Veronica also hosts the wonderful Rooted Healing podcast, which explores how we can heal, re-imagine and co-create a thriving world. With an MSc in Consciousness, Spirituality and Transpersonal Psychology with the Alef Trust, Veronica's animist embrace of life permeates her explorations into expanded states of consciousness, both within indigenous traditions of the Americas, and her own personal enquiries into Europe's native ways. Drawing upon a background in professional theatre that continues to guide her work, Veronica's approach is one that carries deep reverence for the power of story, music, expression, catharsis and playfulness. As a movement teacher with roots in dance, yoga and somatics, she is currently developing a modality based on animistic ideas, that invokes playful enquiry into the inspirited interdependent body-mind. Recorded on 22nd February 2023.

In this second week in our SOUL CARE series, Mark shares about the importance of a Slowed-Down Spirituality for a Frantic World. www.thevineaustin.org/soulcare REFLECTION QUESTIONS: 1. What has been meaningful for you in the last week's readings and devotionals? 2. What has stayed with you from the sermon - either something encouraging, confusing, or difficult? 3. Read Luke 10:38-42. Lean in on Martha's experiences. What does Jesus want you to notice or learn? 4. Why does a hurried life and a frantic pace do damage to the soul? 5. Discuss Ortberg's quote. “For many of us the great danger is not that we will renounce our faith. It is that we become so distracted and rushed and preoccupied that we will settle for a mediocre version of it. We will just skim our lives instead of actually living them.” How do you notice this at work in your life? 6. Discuss the idea of Jesus' yoke in Matthew 11:28-30. What might putting on Jesus' yoke require of you? 7. What is one thing you can do this week to explore the idea of a Sabbath?

The Letter to the Hebrews is one of the most profound writings in the New Testament. It's full of mystery in that we don't know the author, but also clarity in how it marks Jesus as supreme and unmatched in love, power, and glory. This week Michael Bayne explores Hebrews 4:1-13 ESV and the rest and peace that comes through Jesus. Speaker: Michael Bayne Text: Hebrews 4:1-13 ESV

In this week's episode, Billy takes on the first episode of 2023 solo. He shares a travel update as he moves from Korea to Thailand. What makes this new adventure exciting is that Billy brings with him all the social-emotional tools he has picked up along the way. So make sure you tune in to today's episode as Billy shares one of the most beneficial tools he has in his social-emotional growth tool kit and how he wants to extend a helping hand to anyone wanting to utilize this tool kit.If you liked this episode, check out these episodes as well:–Episode 54--Declutter and Get Organized! with Janet M. Taylor–Episode 3--The Only Way Out Is Through: Billy Overcomes His Demons through Mindfulness–Episode 29--Discover Your Inner Awesome by Being Unapologetically You with Life Coach Jill Dahler–Summer Session 7--So...What's Next for Billy and Brian? with Life Coach Jill Dahler–Episode 59--The Emotional Intelligence Dance Party with Rich BrackenBook recommendations:The Midlife Male: A No-Bullsh*t Guide to Living Better, Longer, Happier, Healthier, and Wealthier and Having More Fun in Your 40s and 50s (Which Includes More Sex ... and What Guy Doesn't Want That?) by Greg ScheinmanMindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Danny PenmanBook a call with me: https://calendly.com/mindfulmidlifecrisisAll of our episodes are available at www.mindfulmidlifecrisis.comGet a free week of BetterHelp using Billy's referral codeThank you for listening to The Mindful Midlife Crisis!We hope you enjoy this week's episode!If this episode resonates with you, please share it with your family and friends.Sign up for our newsletter!  We send out new guided meditations each Sunday!  Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Topics?Email Billy at mindfulmidlifecrisis@gmail.com.  Follow us! Instagram:  @mindful_midlife_crisisTwitter:  @mindfulmidlifeFacebook: The Mindful Midlife Crisis PodcastLinkedIn: Billy LahrPlease leave us a 5-Star Review!  Doing so helps other people looking for a podcast like ours find it!We hope you enjoy this week's episode! If you're really feeling gracious, you can make a donation to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MMCpodcast.   Your donations will be used to cover all of our production costs. Thank you so much! Support the show

In today's episode, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy talks with Happiness Guru and the CEO of The Rao Institute, Srikumar Rao. They talk about the purpose of life and how you can find true peace, fulfillment, and freedom by living free from the hectic movement of life.Dr. Rao holds a Ph.D. from Columbia Business School, and his courses have been among the most popular and highest-rated at many of the world's top business schools. His work has been covered extensively by major media worldwide. He is the author of Modern Wisdom, Ancient Roots: The Movers and Shakers' Guide to Unstoppable Success, Are You Ready to Succeed? Unconventional Strategies for Achieving Personal Mastery in Business and Life, and Happiness at Work: Be Resilient, Motivated, and Successful - No Matter What. He is also the creator and narrator of the audio learning course The Personal Mastery Program: Discovering Passion and Purpose in Your Life and Work.Learn more about Dr. Srikumar at:Website: https://theraoinstitute.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srikumarsraoFB: https://www.facebook.com/theraoinstitute/Grab a copy: https://courses.theraoinstitute.com/modern-wisdom-ancient-rootsCheck out his TedTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/srikumar_rao_plug_into_your_hard_wired_happiness?language=enMindvalley Talks "How to Eliminate Stress and Anxiety FOREVER": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLDz7emCnZIMindvalley Talks "The Simple Secret to Daily Bliss": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnyYIvc-THAShow notes:[2:11] Who is Dr. Srikumar Rao, and what does he do?[3:35] What drew him to this kind of work?[8:08] How has he enjoyed coaching?[9:18] On his book, Modern Wisdom, Ancient Roots[12:33] Labeling the monkey mind normal[15:30] How do you reinvent the mind?[21:39] Losing freedom in the pursuit of freedom[24:26] On the shackles of self-judgment and the judgment of others[27:09] How he speaks to his clients on incorporating a perspective of levity[28:21] Passion doesn't exist in the job; it exists in you[32:35] Join Dr. Tarryn's Business of Happiness Prosperity Coaching to redefine success on your terms. Check out www.thebizofhappiness.com and be the happiest business owner you know[33:18] What is his perspective on the purpose of life?[35:07] Chapter 33: Ambition is bad for you[37:34] What is he working on right now for his own personal development?[43:37] Where to find Dr. Srikumar[43:53] What is his definition of happiness?[45:28] OutroPlease join my Facebook group: Business Of Happiness Hive, so we can all take this journey to find fulfillment and happiness together. Click here.Where to find meWebsite: www.thebizofhappiness.comFacebook: facebook.com/thebusinessofhappinessIG: @thebizofhappinessIt would mean the world to me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this podcast with your friends, co-workers, and families. This will help the trajectory of this podcast and allow others who are seeking true happiness to find the podcast.

This is episode five in my new Resilience Series. Over the next 12 weeks, I'll be releasing an episode every fortnight focusing on how to build resilience. Each episode will focus on one of the six steps outlined in my free download, which is available on the website, www.sarahdrees.co.uk, and called the Six Step Guide to Resilience.In this episode, I explain the benefits of mindfulness, and then lead a guided mindfulness practice at 15:18.I recommend the book Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Danny Penman and the website www.franticworld.comLet's Keep in Touch  For a weekly delivery of mindset and to keep up to date with the latest episodes, Join Sarah's mailing list  Here Click HERE to get your FREE copy of the 'The Six Step Guide to Resilience ' to create a solid foundation of well-being today and start living a life that you loveFind out more and Purchase 'The CBT Journal'  HereFollow Sarah Rees:

Audio engineer and electronic music producer Josh Hutton AKA ‘Patient Zero' talks openly about the recent loss of a mutual friend, loneliness, mindfulness, finding therapy, moving through unhealthy habits and making electronic music.   Find Josh's EP Bandcamp. Josh on Instagram Show host - Alba Frederick   Music : Gavin O'Brien - Citóg

In this episode, Sarah talks to Sheena Rydings, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and founder of Sheena Rydings Psychological Therapy.They explore the role psychological therapy plays in the management of pain, along with explaining the  Pain Gate Theory, the mind-body connection and how cognitive behavioural therapy can help with chronic pain conditions. Practical advice,tips and resources are shared throughout the episode.Hear how the brain is key to experiencing pain at around 11 minutes, what psychological treatments are recommended for pain at 20:53, and what you can expect if you come to a CBT therapist for pain treatment at 23 minutes.Find out more about Sheena at www.sheenarydingstherapy.co.ukFind a BABCP accredited therapist here www.babcp.comSpoon Theory - www.butyoudontlooksick.com Books mentioned - Overcoming Chronic Pain: A Books on Prescription Title, by Frances ColeOutsmart Your Pain: Mindfulness and Self-Compassion to Help You Leave Chronic Pain Behind, by Christiane WolfThe Happiness Trap: Stop Struggling, Start Living, by Russ HarrisMindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Danny PenmanMindfulness for Health (Enhanced Edition): A Practical Guide to Relieving Pain, Reducing Stress and Restoring Wellbeing by Danny Penman and Vidyamala BurchLet's Keep in Touch  For a weekly delivery of mindset and to keep up to date with the latest episodes, Join Sarah's mailing list  Here Click HERE to get your FREE copy of the 'Guide To Building Emotional Resilience' to create a solid foundation of well-being today and start living a life that you love:Find out more and Purchase 'The CBT Journal'  HereFollow Sarah Rees:

This week, Steve Pratt joins us to discover the benefits of mindfulness. We talk about how mindfulness is used to be able to live happier and less anxious. We also teach you how you can develop mindfulness practices and incorporate them into your life.ResourcesSign up for the Resilient Team Academy to join a supportive and thriving community of leadersListen to a previous episode on mindfulness with Graham Lee Try out the Headspace app Get the book by Mark Williams Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World [5:46] Steve's ExperiencesSteve has been a GP appraiser for 35 years, both as a managing partner and now a mentor for other GPs on the fellowship scheme.He spent 25 years teaching evidence-based medicine.[9:34] How To Be Less Stressed And Burnt OutMindfulness is not just about becoming more resilient, although it is part of resilience courses.Tune in to learn more about how to be less stressed or less burnt out in the full episode![17:02] The Skill Of NoticingThe act of noticing the chatter is the work. All you have to do is bring your attention to something specific.Mindfulness is noticing that something is happening but choosing to remain direct.[19:11] Choosing Where To Focus Your AttentionIt's up to you to choose where to focus your attention.Train yourself to recognize what's going on in your body.[25:59] How Mindfulness Practice Changes Your BehaviourMindfulness gives you the skill to quickly get better information from your body.Eventually, you'll react differently to stressful situations.[35:12] Stress Equals Resources Minus DemandsSteve believes that we should do things that work and have evidence backing them up.Mindfulness practice has strong evidence behind it. It's not "woo-woo".[42:54] Mindfulness Practice In Daily LivingYou can practice mindfulness at any time, such as when brushing your teeth or while driving to work.Instead of taking 20 minutes to scroll through social media, you can spend it in meditation.You can try out other mindfulness skills if you don't develop a formal practice.Steve recommends doing a formal MBSR course. For now, listen to the full episode to try out a three-part breathing space!Enjoyed This Podcast?Write a review and share this with your friends.Sign up here for a FREE workbook: https://www.shapestoolkit.com/podcast-CPD-formsJoin the Shapes Collective Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2212687302308522/Find out more about our training here: http://www.shapestoolkit.comRachel's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rachel-morris/ Rachel's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrRachelMorrisRachel's email: rachel@wildmonday.co.ukSupport the show (https://youarenotafrog.com)

On this episode of the podcast, I am joined by guest co-host Erin Olson, and together we talk with April Fiet about her new book, The Sacred Pulse: Holy Rhythms for Overwhelmed Souls (Broadleaf Books). Among the topics we discuss: – How those of us who are adept at "managing our time" may actually just be better at "hiding our weariness" – How we can find holy rhythms in the midst of a culture and time where we are able and encouraged to "work anywhere and everywhere and at any time" – How we can add practices in a way that is life-giving and sustainable instead of "one more thing" on the to do list – On the way that felt futility of living intentionally, the difficulty of friendship as an adult, and ways to normalize grief and messiness – One thing to know, and one thing to do if we want to change To read Dr. Erin Olson's review of April Fiet's book: https://inallthings.org/reimagining-rhythms-a-review-of-the-sacred-pulse/

This week on the podcast I discuss the definition of mindfulness and outline the three components that make up an impactful practice. I share my personal experience with mindful meditation and a few important takeaways. GOLDEN NUGGETS: 1) Three components: intention, attention, attitude; 2) Practice, not perfection; 3) Kindness matters; 4) Happiness is based on internal, not external factors  References: “Good Morning, I Love You: Mindfulness + Self-Compassion Practices to Rewire Your Brain for Calm, Clarity + Joy,” by Shauna Shapiro | “Mindfulness for Beginners, in 10 minutes a Day: Mindful Moments to Bring Clarity and Calm to Your Morning, Day, and Night,” by Lara Hocheiser | “Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World" by Mark Williams and Danny Penman Questions/Comments? livinglightpodcast@gmail.com

本集將會為大家分享什麼是靜觀以及如何開始靜觀。本集訪問了《五分鐘心理學》Podcast主持以及樹洞香港的Peter來為大家分享他的著作：《心志訓練——以靜觀學習掌控腦袋的實證訓練法》以及靜觀入門學。本集好書推薦：《心志訓練——以靜觀學習掌控腦袋的實證訓練法》：https://hummingpublishing.com/product/braintraining/《Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World》：https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mindfulness-practical-guide-finding-frantic/dp/074995308X嘉賓推薦：https://www.instagram.com/treeholehk.psychology/支持Sparksine:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sparksinehttps://www.sparksine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

本集將會為大家分享什麼是靜觀以及如何開始靜觀。 本集訪問了《五分鐘心理學》Podcast主持以及樹洞香港的Peter來為大家分享他的著作：《心志訓練——以靜觀學習掌控腦袋的實證訓練法》以及靜觀入門學。 本集好書推薦： 《心志訓練——以靜觀學習掌控腦袋的實證訓練法》：https://hummingpublishing.com/product/braintraining/ 《Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World》： https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mindfulness-practical-guide-finding-frantic/dp/074995308X 嘉賓推薦：https://www.instagram.com/treeholehk.psychology/ 支持Sparksine: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sparksine https://www.sparksine.com

Today, we want to share an important discussion that we don't tend to hear a lot of honest conversations about, at least not in a public forum. Freelancers and business owners know that the feast and famine cycle can really take a toll, especially if you're unprepared to handle times of famine. If you've ever been in the middle of a famine in your business, you know how unsettling it can be . . . waiting for that next project, wondering how you're going to make it to the next big check. But it doesn't have to be that way! The feast and famine cycle doesn't have to be on repeat in your translation or interpreting business. There is another way to run a freelance business, and that's what we want to share with you in this conversation.We're excited to welcome our colleague, Yulia Tsybysheva, to join us today!Yulia is a Russian marketing translator based in the UK. Originally from Russia, she's lived in the UK for over 10 years and has worked in the translation industry for over 15. She works with clients in the fashion, beauty, jewelry, and travel industries and specializes in web and app localization, as well as transcreation. Recently, Yulia also started a new role as a Russian Language Lead at Flo Health app.Listen in to hear our conversation with Yulia on:• When and how she started her freelance career, what services she offers, and how her translation business evolved over time• What smart habits have been crucial in her career• Advice for fellow translators who find themselves in a famine cycle• How to maintain a level head about your business when you're in a famine cycle• Tips for navigating the feast/famine cycle and finding long-term ways to overcome it• What marketing methods work best for Yulia, and how she finds time to fit them into her schedule• Smart habit tips to create more times of feast than famine while not falling into a state of burnout• Yulia's tips and tricks on enjoying a freelance career and parenthood, and how she protects boundaries between her work and personal lifeRESOURCES WE MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:• Our next Virtual Business Retreat• Yulia's website• Connect with Yulia on LinkedIn and Twitter• Yulia's blog post for the ATA's Slavic Languages Division blog: Localizing digital products into Russian: what is it like?• Yulia's interview for Slovo, the ATA Slavic Languages Division podcast• The Freelance Bible: Everything You Need to Go Solo in Any Industry by Alison Grade• Freelancer Magazine• Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Denny Penman• Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela DuckworthSee the full list of links and resources for this episode: https://smarthabitsfortranslators.com/podcast-episodes/53

Cassidy sits down with Jacki Carr, Goal Coach, Speaker, Mama, and Entrepreneur. She is an experienced coach and motivational speaker with over 13+ years of experience and has coached over 10,000 people and counting. We discuss:  Jacki's journey as a career woman in her 20s in the entertainment industry, and what prompted her to quit her job and take control of her own life. How working in a high-level position at Lululemon helped Jacki realize what it was that she really wanted to pursue in her life because she started to connect to her inner voice.  How it feels and what it's like to raise children, especially a daughter in today's world  Jackie explains how she “didn't have roots” in her 20s and what that looked like as she navigated the corporate world Is it important that we all set goals, and if so why? What does achieving goals look and feel like, and does it differ from person to person?  How she tackles and deals with fear especially when it comes to setting and achieving her goals.  How her goals changed when she dealt with a lot of grief and questioned whether she even liked the iteration of herself she was dealing with at the moment  Advice for dealing with and navigating change, especially in light of covid What Jacki would tell her younger self about life, love, change, goal setting and why her regrets are important to her Connect with Jacki: https://www.jackicarr.com/  https://www.instagram.com/jackicarr/ Resources mentioned: Slow: Simple Living for a Frantic World by Brooke McAlary Care: The Radical Art of Taking Time by Brooke McAlary Connect with Cassidy: cassidyeats.com  www.instagram.com/cassidyeats 

Dr. Lindsay Jernigan is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in South Burlington, Vermont. She also has training in intuitive awareness and healing, which allows for deep, rapid change towards a state of natural health and well-being. In this episode, I chat with Dr. Lindsay about the rise in mental health challenges due to the pandemic and what we can do if we don't have access to a therapist right now. We also talked about anxiety, depression, how to sit with discomfort or negative emotion and not numb it out, and how to build resilience whether we have access to a therapist right now or not. “Strength and resilience mean being able to feel fully and expand and deepen our sense of ourselves as a result of life's struggles. And so resilience means being able to feel it all and keep growing and keep going.” - Dr. Lindsay Jernigan   What You Will Learn From This Episode The common mental health issues that Dr. Lindsay has been seeing in her patients over the past year and a half How taking care of ourselves and our healthy coping mechanisms had been compromised because of the pandemic and how to course correct What to do if you need a therapist but can't or don't have access to one right now Ways to deal with negative emotions, pain, or discomfort without resorting to bad vices - sit with discomfort and not numb it out How to tell the difference between healthy sadness/grief from depression and worry compared to full-blown anxiety Resilience versus stoicism or toxic positivity How to build resilience About Dr. Lindsay Jernigan: Dr. Lindsay Jernigan is a leading clinical psychologist who has worked with hundreds of individuals, couples, and organizations during her career spanning over twenty years. Her areas of expertise include female empowerment, joyful living, couples intimacy, intuitive awareness, and building strong teams. In addition to her private practice, she facilitates integrative retreats for women, spouses/partners, and leaders; conducts training for therapists; and provides expert commentary and advice to publications such as Psychology Today, US News & World Report, Oprah Magazine, Washington Post, Conde Nast Traveler, Bustle, Fatherly, Well and Good, and Parents. Using her broad knowledge base and vast experience, Dr. Lindsay has developed REBOOT: a series of self-paced, online courses to reach those who may not have in-person access to professional psychologists or be able to afford ongoing therapy. She believes that every individual should embrace life to the fullest, and with REBOOT hopes to reach anyone who wants to explore what's possible when we shed old habits, learn new skills, and rewrite our own stories of liberation, connection, and resilience. Resources psychologytoday.com Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Danny Penman (affiliate link) The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael Singer (affiliate link) Use promotional code “MELANIE” to get a 20% Discount on Dr. Lindsay's Resilience e-Course Connect with Dr. Lindsay drlindsayjernigan.com Instagram Connect with Melanie mentalhealthandwealth.com melanielockert.com Instagram Contact: mentalhealthandwealthshow@gmail.com Want more content and support? Sign up for the Mental Hump Newsletter and get our free Mental Health and Money inventory worksheet. You can sign up at MentalHealthandWealth.com. Also, we host a Mental Health and Wealth Hangout every other Thursday over Zoom at 5 pm PT to chat about all things money and mental health. Join here! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can do so here: https://ko-fi.com/melanielockert   Follow us on Apple Podcast or Libsyn! Love the podcast? Leave a review on iTunes!  

In this week's episode, I chat with mindfulness coach and life enthusiast Tonikia Steans about mindfulness, NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), infidelity, being an adoptive mom and so much more. Tonikia connects some aspects of NLP with mindfulness to help her clients fulfill their life purpose. Please note that she discusses her religious faith as part of her unique perspective. At the Mental Health and Wealth Show, we believe that we can learn from a variety of different perspectives even when they don't match our own. “In order to have a full life you have to have a full mind. And you've got to get your mind mentally prepared because things happen.”  - Tonikia Steans   What You Will Learn From This Episode The intersection of NLP and mindfulness How to quiet your mind, relax, and get in tune with who you are inside Dealing with a mental breakdown and infidelity How to stop being a control freak Knowing your boundaries/limits and taking responsibility for your life Appreciating life! About Tonikia Steans: Tonikia is a Certified Life Coach, Spiritual Mentor, Certified Mindful Instructor, Motivational Speaker, and Minister. Her goal is to glorify God by serving. As a Life Enthusiast, her belief is, you can be transformed by the renewing of your mind, just as Jesus said, "And be not conformed to this world: but "be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God". | Romans 12:2 (KJV). She is a Relationship Expert practicing reconciliation and restoration. Healing the Mind, Body, and Soul to reconstruct the mind frame and renew relationships on all levels. As a mother raising five school-age children, she speaks to other mothers through her blog Mommie Needs A Nap. Resources Free mindfulness course Melanie took online Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World (affiliate link) Connect with Tonikia yourfullmindlife.com the-mindful-coach.lifecoachhub.com/ Facebook Instagram Connect with Melanie mentalhealthandwealth.com melanielockert.com Instagram Contact: mentalhealthandwealthshow@gmail.com   Want more content and support? Sign up for the Mental Hump Newsletter and get our free Mental Health and Money inventory worksheet. You can sign up at MentalHealthandWealth.com. Also, we host a Mental Health and Wealth Hangout every other Thursday over Zoom at 5 pm PT to chat about all things money and mental health. Join here! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can do so here: https://ko-fi.com/melanielockert Follow us on Apple Podcast or Libsyn! Love the podcast? Leave a review on iTunes!  

Minimalism. Simplify. Let go. All of these terms relate to not only the physical body but also the subtle or astral body-the mind. For lasting change, it is vital that we focus on the mind and what is happening within the energetics of our subtle body. In this episode I share my pull towards minimalism, the need to connect more deeply with our energetic body, and how prana tejas an Ojas play a part. Links for the show: 10 Day Ayurveda Cooking Intensive: July 19th-28th. Learn more at https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/cookingintensive Join the online Pulse Diagnosis Course starting June 2021 taught by Ayurvedic Doctor Victor Briere at the International Institute of Ayurveda. https://www.iiayurveda.com/ayurvedic-pulse-diagnostics Get your FREE Ayurveda Starter Kit including tongue scraper and mala beads. https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/freestarterkit Join the 28 Day Ayurveda Immersion TODAY! https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Book reference: SLOW Simple Living for a Frantic World by Brooke McAlary Connect with me online: https://ayurvedalifeschool.com Social Media: Ayurveda Life School Namaste.

EP. 30 In this episode, I discuss Mindfulness with licensed psychotherapist, Christine Velasquez.   Find my recommended books and products here: https://www.mhtgear.com/ WATCH THE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/kEz2uzD0Ld8  Show Notes: https://thementalhealthtoolbox.com/mindfulness-matters/  It is my aim to teach you actionable information from a therapist's perspective, in order to improve your thoughts, emotions and behavior so you can show up as your best self and improve your quality of life.   VISIT Christine Velasquez Website: https://www.christinesgood.com   Subscribe to the MHT Blog and stay informed when new content is released, and get My FREE TOOLS as my gift to you: http://eepurl.com/dPCwTf   Learn more:   Visit the MHT website: https://thementalhealthtoolbox.com/   Visit the MHT BLOG: https://thementalhealthtoolbox.com/blog/   Listen on the go: Subscribe to the MHT Podcast: https://thementalhealthtoolbox.com/mht-podcast/   Find Mental Health Resources here: https://thementalhealthtoolbox.com/mental-health-resource-guide/   SUBSCRIBE To My Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwnP8yvQ9U7cECn3OS88g-w?sub_confirmation=1   *Some of the links are affiliate links: As an Associate I earn from qualifying purchases by way of commission at no additional cost to you.   Mindfulness Books Discussed in this episode: The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma: https://amzn.to/2QgZxxm Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World: https://amzn.to/2QgmTTy   Want to level up your YouTube game? Check out Sean Cannel's courses below

In today's frantic world, we find ourselves pulled in a thousand different directions.  This has led so many people to feeling overwhelmed and uncertain where to go in their lives. I got to thinking this weekend and thought to myself, "it makes complete sense!" EVERY SINGLE DAY, we are literally bombarded with... Thousands of advertisements telling us how we are not enough and how to "fix" it... Non-stop news teaching us to be fearful and what's wrong in the world... A constant barrage of messages informing us how we should be living our lives... It's no wonder we find ourselves feeling lost...we have a chaotic, broken model in our society. BUT...here's the cool thing: you can reject this model.  This is literally no rule at all that says that you have to follow it. Instead, you can CHOOSE to carve out your own path + CREATE a life on your own terms that you truly LOVE. This podcast episode teaches you a POWERFUL process to start making this happen.

If you're someone who struggles to slow down your mind or maybe suffers from stress, anxiety or burn out...someone who gets lost in thoughts, narratives and expectations of you then this podcast episode is ABSOLUTELY for you. In this episode, I interview Kirsty Leah, Psychological Life Coach about her experience of feeling burnt out, overwhelmed and stuck in limiting thought patterns. Kirsty shares her journey as she moved to a place of clarity, spaciousness and alignment in her life though tools, techniques and perspectives that she comes back to time and time again.  Some of the highlights include; beliefs around how 'success' is obtained, releasing perfectionism around daily habits, creating space for kindness and compassion in your life despite how much time you have (or don't have!), why the concious mind isn't always the answer, techniques to disconnect from your busy mind and re-connect with your body and SO MUCH more. Connect with Becky;  Instagram - @thisisbeckyrodrigues Website - www.yournextchapter.co.uk Facebook - (5) Becky Rodrigues | Facebook Membership; Membership (yournextchapter.co.uk) Connect with Kirsty; Instagram; @coached_bykirsty

Whew! This week, Sarina and KJ (that’s me writing as it usually is) both launched books—Sarina came out with Loverboy, second in KJ’d favorite Sarina series, The Company, while KJ FINALLY and after many many months got to see The Chicken Sisters come out into the world. Notice the different verbs there? That’s because our launches come from very different places, and we talk about that—as well as, of course, ALL the Reese Witherspoon Book Club backstory. You can grab a copy of Loverboy in all kinds of ways: 🗝️ Audio https://geni.us/Audio-LB🗝️ Amazon https://geni.us/Amazon-LB🗝️ Apple https://geni.us/Apple-LB🗝️ Kobo https://geni.us/Kobo-Lb🗝️ Nook https://geni.us/Nook-LB🗝️ Google https://geni.us/Google-LBAnd there are a bunch of ways to buy The Chicken Sisters. There’s YOUR Indie bookstore--and if you buy it there and fill out this linked Google doc, I'll mail you a signed bookplate for it.There's The Norwich Bookstore, which has signed actual copies.There's MY Indie: Still North Books.There's Bookshop.org.There's Amazon.There's Barnes and Noble.Links to the memoirs KJ mentioned: White Walls: A Memoir About Motherhood, Daughterhood and the Mess in Between, Judy BatalionYear of No Clutter: A Memoir, Eve SchaubSlow: Simple Living for a Frantic World, Brooke McAlaryChasing Slow: Courage to Journey off the Beaten Path, Erin Loechner#AmReadingJess: Distress Signals by Catherine Ryan HowardThe Liar’s Girl by Catherine Ryan HowardSarina: Winter Street, Winter Stroll, Winter Storms, Winter Solstice by Elin HildebrandKJ: Plain Bad Heroines by Emily M. DanforthThanks for listening! As a heads up if you’re book-gift shopping make sure you grab KJ’s 12 Days of Books to Give (and Get) list here for everything you need for your Austen-loving brother, your thriller-hound mom and the friend who craves a cozy escape.And did you know supporters of the #AmWriting podcast get a little something extra weekly? Whether it’s a Writer Top Five like Emails to Send During Your Book Launch, a #Minisode like Novel in #Process Part 1: Finding an Idea, or one of our new product reviews and other things we’re inspired to share, bonus stuff is ALWAYS dropping into their inboxes and pod-players. To get more #AmWriting for just a few bucks a month, click the button.And we love our sponsors! Check out Dabble Writing Software if you haven’t already, and visit BookCoaches.com/amwriting to learn more about Author Accelerator’s amazing book coach training (hello, holiday gift that keeps on giving) or for their free book coach matching service. This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at amwriting.substack.com/subscribe

Today's guest is Ben Bowles, a Photographer and Director from Margate I met Ben when I moved to Margate and happened upon his Instagram page.  From there, we struck up a friendship and I've been lucky enough to star in one of his short films.  Around this though we have had numerous conversations with insights too good not be recorded!!  Ben was gracious enough to give me his time and we discuss masculinity, mental health, luck and gratitude.  Ben also gives some great pointers on how he sets up his day to achieve a positive mindset. It's a great chat which I can't wait for you to listen to. Enjoy!  PS. The book we couldn't remember the name of was "Mindfulness, Finding Peace in a Frantic World" by Mark Williams. You can follow Ben at - Instagram - @benjaminfilm1 Website - https://www.benjaminfilmphotography.co.uk/   You can follow me on Twitter @STMASCULINITY Instagram at @philipbedwell    Thanks very much and I'll see you next week. Have a good one!

The act of living in the moment (aka mindfulness) is known to provide a wealth of benefits. However, studies show that almost half of us spend most of our time thinking about everything except what we’re doing, which is the exact opposite of living a healthy, mindful life. Today, Jen and Natasha explain mindfulness, talk about the science behind it, and provide helpful takeaways. Books discussed during today’s episode: · “Mindfulness, An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World” by Mark Williams and Danny Penman for further practice · “Peace is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life” by Thich Nhat Hanh Today’s mantra: By staying in the present moment, I increase my joy, boost my immunity, and live a longer, healthier life. Read more online at: https://inthelifeofzen.com/enjoy-the-present-by-practicing-mindfulness/ Success, financial freedom, balance – whatever you want to create in your life, you can have it and In the Life of Zen can help you get there. Sometimes all it takes to achieve your goals is a tribe of people cheering you on and wanting you to succeed. For more powerful tools to help you succeed in business and in life, visit www.inthelifeofzen.com.

Are you a leader? Then I bet you’re working harder than ever.And leadership is more challenging than ever.Most leaders have never needed a break more than right now, and a break has never been harder to get than right now.So how do you find the rest and rejuvenation you need? These are difficult times. Coronavirus, financial meltdown, race-relations, and more.And all of this is having a major impact on nonprofits.Leadership has never been more challenging.It’s exhausting. It can even be overwhelming.And in the midst of this, many of us are finding it harder than ever to take a break. I’m feeling it. Other leaders I speak with are feeling it.Chances are you’re feeling it as well. This episode couldn’t come at a better time for me (and maybe you too). “Need a break? How to find the rest and rejuvenation you need.” Are you ready? Let’s dive in.——————Subscribe & Review in iTunes:Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Now if you’re feeling extra loving, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you!——————Links mentioned in this episode:   * Grab your free Worksheet, “The 4 Steps to Overcoming Overwhelm.” Go to: www.toddmacpherson.ca/overwhelm  * Article on Canadian Health Charities: https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/health-charities-1.5651328  * Mindfulness for Beginners by Jon Kabat-Zinn  * Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Danny Penman

At the first sight of the word “mindfulness” in the book title, some of you might feel some apprehension. You might be thinking: “I’m not a spiritual person who needs to be seated through a meditation exercise or practice mindfulness.” Or, “I’m an atheist who believes in science. Why would I need to do such things?” In fact, Mindfulness: An Eight-week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World, is not written for spiritual persons only, but for each and every of us. Living within modern society, we may often have experienced certain negative emotions, such as anxiety and depression. In fact, the Gallup 2019 Global Emotions Report shows that sadness, anger, and worry were three negative emotional indicators of respondents which continued to increase over the years and hit an all-time record high in 2019. The world has become sadder, more worried, and angrier than ever before. In this regard, Mindfulness: An Eight-week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Denny Penman, may offer you a new way of thinking, as well as a solution to our current emotional state.  The book, Mindfulness: An Eight-week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World, shares an eight-week mindfulness program and offers a series of simple and practical forms of meditation exercises. It aims to help us catch and withhold our negative thought patterns. Through practicing non-judgmental observations of the present moment, we will be able to get away from our negative emotions such as anxiety, depression, and annoyance, and find our inner peace. The methods in the book are recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) as a priority treatment solution, and have proved effective in treating both depression and psychological trauma.

In these uncertain days, the world is frantic.  All the news and all the inputs in our modern lives makes us even more frantic. What is the answer for the Christian to live in faith in days like these.  In this podcast, Pastor Greg takes us to James chapter one, where James invites us to not just be listeners but doers of the word of God. Obedience to what the Lord is saying in our lives helps us to rest in faith during frantic times.  This message was shared on Sunday, April 26, 2020.  This podcast is a part of the teaching ministry of First Baptist Church of Bogalusa, Louisiana.  Thank you for listening! 

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The act of living in the moment (aka mindfulness) is known to provide a wealth of benefits. However, studies show that almost half of us spend most of our time thinking about everything except what we’re doing, which is the exact opposite of living a healthy, mindful life. Today, Jen and Natasha explain mindfulness, talk about the science behind it, and provide helpful takeaways. Books discussed during today’s episode: · “Mindfulness, An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World” by Mark Williams and Danny Penman for further practice · “Peace is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life” by Thich Nhat Hanh Today’s mantra: By staying in the present moment, I increase my joy, boost my immunity, and live a longer, healthier life. Read more online at: https://inthelifeofzen.com/enjoy-the-present-by-practicing-mindfulness/ Success, financial freedom, balance – whatever you want to create in your life, you can have it and In the Life of Zen can help you get there. Sometimes all it takes to achieve your goals is a tribe of people cheering you on and wanting you to succeed. For more powerful tools to help you succeed in business and in life, visit www.inthelifeofzen.com.

My "homie from Hereford", Bethan, joins me remotely once again, to tackle multiple issues & topics during the all too popular Coronavirus pandemic... We go over topics, then hit on Coronavirus "survival" and top it off with listener/follower Q&A responses. We made this one extra long to give everyone something to chew on during quarantine. We hope to become a part of your week to help you pass the time, reflect, learn and stay healthy. Stay in the fight. Topics:A Warrior has two things...Dead ends that lead to negativity.Us VS Them mentality.Word Policing and chronic ailments.Changing behavior & changing mindset.The Lion, the Lamb & the Warrior Spirit.Cycles of grief.Cycles of change.Mindfulness, friend or foe?"Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World" book."Mindfulness for Health" book.Chronic Victory Podcast purpose and TRUE meaning of "Victory".BETH'S CORONAVIRUS TIPS FOR SURVIVAL.Infiltration of our ranks: Posers and Liars.Life is your chance.Passing the time...gift or curse?Listener/ Follower Q&A responses.Closing thoughts.The ladder half of the podcast is Beth and I responding to emails, messages and listener questions sent in. GIANT THANK YOU TO ALL who sent me items for discussion that ranged from concerns and questions, to real life situations. I am blessed by your participation and courage.SPECIAL THANKS TO:Bethan CollierFor being a kickass co-host and just good people. Give her a follow or send her an email to let her know how awesome she is!! Details below:Insta: @fibrofaceoffEmail: fibrofaceoff@gmail.com ( Beth likes emails...just sayin')Riptide Music GroupThank you Riptide for allowing me to use the song "Protector" by City Wolf in the opening of the podcast!Wild Theory CBDFor any purchases through wildtheory.com, you'll receive 10% off by using coupon code "victory" (code is not case sensitive, USA shipping only) for all your CBD needs. This is the brand I use daily to keep in this fight.The Healthy PlaceVisit findyourhealthyplace.com for any vitamin or supplement needs and you'll receive 10% off by using coupon code "victory" (code is not case sensitive, USA shipping only. You can also chat with a wellness consultant for FREE using the chat icon in the bottom right corner of their page!You can also check both companies out on instagram @applewellness @wildtheorycbdPlease give them a follow while you're at it because we're all in this fight together!Thank you for listening and supporting the show. I'd be grateful if you could please give it a rating so that others who need support can find the show easier. Reach out to me anytime and...Stay In The Fight!Instagram: @chronicvictorypodcastEmail: chronicvictorypodcast@gmail.comYoutube: Chronic VictorySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/chronicvictory)

In this special episode of the podcast, Rachel is joined by Dr Caroline Walker – The Joyful Doctor. Caroline is a Psychiatrist, therapist, specialist in the wellbeing of doctors and host of The Joyful Doctor Podcast. This is the first in a new series of podcast episodes and videos – COVID-19 Supporting Doctors: How to manage our stress and anxiety through the crisis.In these very difficult times, Caroline and Rachel are working together to bring you as much support as they can. We’ll be tackling various different topics as they emerge in order to help doctors keep their head in the game and stay focussed and resilient. In this episode, we talk about the huge amount of anxiety that doctors are experiencing right now and recognise that this is normal. We chat about the different sorts of threat that we are all experiencing and how we can make things worse for ourselves if we get into particular patterns of thinking. We discuss some of the ways in which we can proactively manage our anxiety and stress, and suggest tips and techniques which will make a practical difference wherever we work. Finally we share some books, resources and website which we think will be useful. This is an ongoing project so we’d love to hear what would be helpful to you. Please contact us if you have any comments or suggestions or have any useful resources to share, or just want to say hello! Doctors – we need you more than ever. Keep up the good work. Keep your heads. Keep caring. Contact Rachel – rachel@wildmonday.co.uk Twitter - @DrRachel MorrisContact Caroline – caroline@joyfuldoctor.com Twitter @@joyful_doctorWe’re going to be sending out a weekly email with new resources, tips and useful content especially for doctors and healthcare professionals throughout the COVID-19 crisis. If you’d like to receive this and other resources about thriving at work then please sign up herePodcast linksWatch the video on YouTube https://youtu.be/j2LQEpJPfcMThe Joyful Doctor Website www.joyfuldoctor.com Shapes for Doctors Website www.shapesfordoctors.comYou Are Not A Frog website www.youarenotafrog.co.uk The Happiness Trap: Stop Struggling, Start Living by Russ HarrisThe Power of Vulnerability TED Talk by Brenee BrownBMA Wellbeing ServiceThe Chimp Paradox: The Mind Management Programme for Confidence, Success and Happiness by Prof Steve PetersCalm appHeadspace appMindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Danny PenmanThe NHS Practitioner Health Programme Sign up for downloadable CPD reflection forms plus more tools and resourcesSupport the show (https://shapesfordoctors.com/)

Hello and welcome to Episode Twenty Four of Page Turn: the Largo Public Library Podcast. I'm your host, Hannah! If you enjoy the podcast subscribe, tell a friend, or write us a review! The Spanish Language Book Review begins at 12:36 and ends 16:14 at The English Language Transcript can be found below But as always we start with Reader's Advisory! The Reader's Advisory for Episode Twenty Four is The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday. If you like The Obstacle is the Way you should also check out: The Art of Living by Epictetus, Slow: Simple Living For a Frantic World by Brooke McAlary, and Uncertainty: Turning Fear & Doubt Into Fuel For Brilliance by Jonathan Fields. My personal favorite Goodreads list The Obstacle is the Way is on is A List of Every Self Help Book Ever. Today’s Library Tidbit is all about Spherification! Spherification is a molecular gastronomy process that uses alginic acid and calcium lactate to shape liquids into squishy but solid spheres. Sort of the texture of boba pearls. Alginic acid or sodium alginate is a substance that is derived from brown seaweed. Calcium lactate is a type of salt. The reaction of these two chemicals forms a tough, but tasteless, gel membrane around a liquid. This works because when the sodium alginate is combined with calcium lactate the calcium lactate cause the long-chain carbohydrates in sodium alginate to connect to each other. Without the calcium lactate the sodium alginate only wants to bond with a single other sodium alginate, with the calcium lactate instead of bonding end over end and creating long-chains only, the sodium alginate also sticks to each other “sideways” so to speak and forms a 3D matrix. This is a very simplified way of describing the chemical reaction that happens. Before any reaction can happen the sodium alginate needs to be dissolved completely into liquid with zero lumps and hydrated in that liquid. This sounds simple but there are a few pick falls that can happen. If the liquid is too warm when the sodium alginate is added to it it’s natural thicken properties will be activated and it won’t disperse properly. Therefore, it is always recommended to use cold liquids when dissolving the sodium alginate. You also want to leave the solution to sit for a few minutes to allow all the molecules to become fully hydrated. In addition to being cold, you also want to make sure the liquid you are trying to spherify is above a pH of 3.6. You can check the pH by using cheap litmus paper if you think there might be a problem. If needed to can raise the pH by adding an alkaline ingredient, just remember to pick one that doesn’t change the overall flavor of the liquid. You also want to be careful about having too much calcium in either the liquid you are spherifying or in the water bath. Too much calcium will cause the sodium alginate to gel prematurely. However, in today’s experiment we will be creating edible water bottles so neither of these things should be a problem. If you decide to create bubbles out of different liquid remember to store them in the liquid you filled them in. The shell is solid enough to keep the liquid from leaking out in your hand for a while, but it is permeable to liquids. So if you stored flavored spheres in plain water the water would eventually dilute the flavor of the spheres. The recipe we are going to go over today is basic spherification. The other way to create these balls is called reverse spherification. This is used whenever you are making spheres with alcohol or milk or yogurt. With reverse spherification you place the liquid into the sodium alginate solution instead of the reverse. To create an edible water bottle you will need 1 gram of sodium alginate, 5 grams of food-grade calcium lactate, 1 cup of drinking water, a bowl with 4 cups of water, and another bowl filled with water to rinse the water bottles in after they form. You will also need a blender,

What do the Buddha, John F. Kennedy, Mr. Rogers, and Leonardo da Vinci all have in common? The ability to be still and tune out the busy, buzzing drone of modern life. Ryan Holiday, the author of “Stillness Is the Key,” shares his tips for slowing down, calming your mind and body, and accessing the tranquility deep inside.This is the last episode of season one. Thanks for listening! The Next Big Idea will return on April 21st.Support us by supporting our sponsors!ZipRecruiter — Try ZipRecruiter for free at ziprecruiter.com/bigideaMack Weldon — For 20% off your first order, visit mackweldon.com and use the promo code BIGIDEANext Big Idea Club — Want a free copy of "Stillness Is the Key"? Visit NextBigIdeaClub.com/podcast and use promo code STILLSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What do the Buddha, John F. Kennedy, Mr. Rogers, and Leonardo da Vinci all have in common? The ability to be still and tune out the busy, buzzing drone of modern life. Ryan Holiday, the author of “Stillness Is the Key,” shares his tips for slowing down, calming your mind and body, and accessing the tranquility deep inside.

Sleep researcher, writer and international speaker Greg Potter, PhD is with us once again to continue our conversation about improving your sleep. In my last interview with Greg, we discussed practical steps to take when sleep eludes you, as well as preventing sleep problems in the first place. We’ve circled back around today to take a closer look at some of the most promising interventions for insomnia as well as special considerations for athletes with regard to sleep. In this interview, Greg describes Sleep Restriction Therapy and Intensive Sleep Retraining in detail, two approaches to fixing insomnia that sound counterintuitive at first but which can pay off quickly with more restful sleep. Greg talks about mindfulness and meditation, sharing tips for using these practices to reduce insomnia and overall stress. We also discuss sleep considerations specific to athletes, including sleep timing, training load, and travel. Here’s the outline of this interview with Greg Potter: [00:03:35] Documentary: Who Killed the Neanderthals? [00:04:35] Greg’s last podcast with us: What to Do When You Can’t Sleep (11/22/19); Previous podcasts: How to Entrain Your Circadian Rhythm for Perfect Sleep and Metabolic Health (7/4/18); Morning Larks and Night Owls: the Biology of Chronotypes (1/27/19); Sleep To Win: How Navy SEALs and Other High Performers Stay on Top (as interviewer, 10/25/19). [00:05:11] Greg's articles on optimising sleep: 1. Having trouble sleeping? A primer on insomnia and how to sleep better 2. Sleep-maintenance insomnia: how to sleep through the night 3. Sleep-onset insomnia: how to get to sleep fast.  [00:05:44] Sleep restriction therapy. [00:10:18] Sleepio. [00:10:42] Intensive Sleep Retraining (ISR). [00:12:18] ISR Study: ISR Study: Harris, Jodie, et al. "Intensive sleep retraining treatment for chronic primary insomnia: a preliminary investigation." Journal of sleep research 16.3 (2007): 276-284. [00:13:18] Thim smart ring device. [00:16:52] Coursera. [00:17:24] Josh Turknett, MD on Patreon for ukelele lessons. [00:18:23] Mindfulness and meditation. [00:23:26] Book: Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World, by Mark Williams and Danny Penman. [00:23:25] Book: Wherever You Go There You Are, by Jon Kabat-Zinn. [00:23:41] Insight timer. [00:23:56] Sam Harris' Waking Up app. [00:26:28] Marko Lepik; Website: EQversity. [00:27:17] Books by Russ Harris: The Happiness Trap and The Confidence Gap.  [00:27:42] Podcast: How to Think Yourself Younger, Healthier, and Faster, with Ellen Langer. [00:29:27] Try the bull’s eye (page 3) and/or the Life Compass (page 5) exercise(s) in this resource by Russ Harris. [00:29:54] Matthew Walker. [00:32:12] Sleep considerations for athletes. [00:34:33] Shifting sleep timing. [00:36:10] Phase-response curve for exercise; Study: Youngstedt, Shawn D., Jeffrey A. Elliott, and Daniel F. Kripke. "Human circadian phase–response curves for exercise." The Journal of physiology 597.8 (2019): 2253-2268.  [00:38:47] Training load. [00:39:00] Overreaching in athletes and worsened sleep; Study: Hausswirth, Christophe, et al. "Evidence of disturbed sleep and increased illness in overreached endurance athletes." Medicine and science in sports and exercise (2014). [00:40:47] Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDS); podcast with Nicky Keay: How to Identify and Treat Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). [00:44:31] Intensity of training and its effect on circadian rhythm. [00:48:33] Obstructive sleep apnea. [00:49:42] Concussion. [00:50:34] The effect of travel on sleep. [00:51:33] Jet lag strategies: diet, light exposure, melatonin supplementation; Jet Lag Rooster.  [01:00:24] Find Greg on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn. [01:01:33] Greg’s recent speaking events: Greg’s recent speaking events: 2019 Health Optimization Summit (London), Biohacking Conference Moskow, Wellness & Biohacking Conference 2019 in Guadalajara, Biohacker Summit (Helsinki).

Dr Danny Penman is a  meditation teacher and award-winning writer and journalist. He currently writes features for the UK Daily Mail, having previously worked for the BBC, New Scientist and the Independent newspaper. He is co-author of the international bestseller Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World.  I talk to Danny about  The paragliding accident that caused him to turn to meditation Why people come to mindfulness from a place of desperation Can meditation be abused for competitive advantage? Is McMindfulness harmful to mindfulness?  How meditation has been around for thousands of years in different cultures If there are any other ways to receive the benefits of meditation How meditation gives us a “direct route” to our inner selves The way that he defines the difference in meditation and mindfulness How his latest book, The Art of Breathing, came from his own frustration about global adoption of mindfulness and how he made the book digestible for anyone who wants a thorough, quick introduction to mindfulness How he uses his PhD in Biochemistry to approach mindfulness 3 things you can do to change your life How seemingly random things in our lives are actually meaningful http://franticworld.com/ Danny's Twitter

Danny Penman is considered one of the best meditation and mindfulness teachers globally, with 1.5 million+ copies sold of his best selling book Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World, and his materials used to teach schools, universities and hospitals around the world. As an award winning journalist, meditation teacher and best selling author, Danny has a unique perspective on the value and impact of meditation. Moreover, his personal discovery of the power of mindfulness is both shocking and inspiring. And let’s face it, the global mental health issues are escalating, due to the mounting stress-induing triggers in our lifestyles, and the lack of sufficient prioritisation for breathing, calmness and mindfulness. Mindfulness is clinically proven to be one of the most effective treatments for anxiety, stress and depression. It is also widely accepted that Meditation and time away from rumination frees our mind to think of new solutions, be more compassionate and have deeper levels of gratitude. For these reasons, and the fact that I (Steve) am on my own early journey of discovering a better life through meditation and mindfulness, I thought it would be an amazing opportunity to get some direct coaching from THE meditation guy.    Full Show Notes of what we discussed - https://adapnation.io/99-meditation-penman/ AdapNation Article on Mindfulness: https://adapnation.io/the-art-of-mindfulness/   Where to find DANNY PENMAN and his work: ▪︎ His Books - Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World, The Art Of Breathing and more! ▪︎ Free Getting Started Meditation - http://franticworld.com/aob/ ▪︎ The Website - http://franticworld.com ▪︎ Social - Twitter (@drdannypenman), Instagram (@drdannypenman) and LinkedIn (Dr Danny Penman)    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you like this and other AdapNation episodes, please don't forget to subscribe to the channel, as well as leaving a 5 star review and letting friends and family know of this Podcast on Social Media.   AdapNation Useful Links: ■ The Art of Mindfulness - a great article on the AdapNation website ■ AdapNation Website - Where you will find articles, videos and journals on all things wellness, training and mindset ■ Facebook Community - To get into conversation with like-minded folk wanting to be their best ■ AdapNation Instagram - To see what’s going on in our world across business, training and family ■ Steve’s Body & Mind Progress Journals - Follow Steve’s real-world progress, following all the principles within the Podcasts

In this episode Max is joined by Reza Zafari the founder of Blvck Box Gym on the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. They discuss how to improve your mindset, the connection between spirituality and veganism, the alkaline diet and much more. This Episode is recorded in the boxing ring of Blvck Box gym and is available in video format on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/dStVqphBhhgWe'd love to hear your feedback on Instagram @theplantcode Resources:www.plantpowerdubai.com 10% discount on all meal plans with the code "plantcode"www.korkest14.com vegan friendly cork products 40% off all products with the discount code "theplantcode"Reza Zafari: @rz9.blvckwww.blvckboxgym.com: @blvckbox.dxbDr Sebi"The Power of Now” Ekhart Tolle 1997“Mindfulness - A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World" Mark Williams and Danny PenmanJay Shetty: @jayshetty@realrubaali@badoujack

How do you live “slow” in a fast-paced world? How can you possibly keep up if you’re moving slow? What would a good minimalist do? In one of my favorite conversations to date, I sit down with Brooke McAlary, author of SLOW: Simple Living for a Frantic World and The Slow Home Podcast host, to discuss what slow living actually looks in modern society. We talk about key simple living topics, such as decluttering, going small, and even using the body as an entry point for this lifestyle (think yoga). We also discuss common concerns that often crop up, such as keeping with the Joneses, comparison, shoulding on yourself, and finding time for slow. Ironically enough, many of us end up feeling like we’re not doing a good enough job at slow living, or minimalism as an extension, and in doing so, suck the joy and original intentions out of this simplistic lifestyle. As Brooke describes, slow living is a lot of paradoxes. It’s about caring more and caring less. Having more and having less. By the end of this conversation, you’ll have essential wisdom and key questions to ask yourself to slowwwly embrace this lovely way of living more fully AND simply. --------------SHOW NOTES:thejournaldeck.com/episode77 Shop the Deck:The Journal Deck Goddess EditionPittsburgh Workshop:Living and Leading from Your Feminine Power Sunday, February 245-7pm @ Om LoungeBrooke's info:SLOW: Simple Living for a Frantic World (book)The Slow Home (podcast)

Antonio García Guerra, PhD from the University of Oxford, on the importance of physical activity, social time, and information to be more creative and perform at your maximum cognitive capacity. Antonio Garcia Guerra is a recently graduated PhD student from the University of Oxford. He was born in Badajoz (Spain), but grew up by the sea in Málaga. In his own words, "The sun didn't wash the nerd away." Antonio studied Biotechnology as an Undergraduate at the Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona. Before graduating, he took a detour and stayed in Boston (USA); where he was privileged to visit Prof. Ali Khademhosseini tissue engineering's lab at Harvard, and remained as a visiting student at MIT. For his PhD, he joined Prof. Andrew Turberfield’s laboratory at the Department of Physics at the University of Oxford, where he have developed novel theranostic CRISPR tools and several nano delivery systems for nucleic acid-based therapies. "Whenever I have time, I love to go to music shows, and spend as much time as I can with my friends. I run on coffee, and enjoy pizza, maybe too much." Connect with Antonio on LinkedIn. Links The CRISPR technique The Guardian Axios El País Medium TechCrunch Harvard Business Review MIT Technology Review The 80/20 rule Exosomes RNA NUPACK In silico cadnano AND & OR gates Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Danny Penman Deep Work by Cal Newport Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport So Good They Can't Ignore You by Cal Newport Episode notes Intro. [0:33] Antonio García Guerra. [1:03] Opportunities. [6:02] Sports, emotions, and information. [7:12] Creative collaboration. [12:20] The CRISPR technique [14:04] Media sources. [16:21] Information overload. [18:41] Meditative moments. [19:49] Daily routines. [23:28] Simple living. [24:56] Making smart drugs. [26:56] Genetic engineering. [31:36] Moral implications. [33:21] Your contribution. [35:09] Connect with Antonio. [36:46] When your best work happen. [37:06] Current projects at Oxford. [38:33] Technology. [40:54] A healthy relationship with technology. [44:01] Away from the screen. [45:36] Books. [47:02] Deep Work. [47:13] Mindfulness. [48:43] Having the maximum impact. [50:48] Success. [52:17] Role models. [54:32] A message to the world. [55:52] All the other things do matter. [57:00] People mentioned Ali Khademhosseini Andrew Turberfield Matthew Wood Jocelyn K. Glei Cal Newport Robert S. Langer Submit your questions and I'll try to answer them in future episodes. I'd love to hear from you. If you enjoy the show, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps. Show notes, transcripts, and past episodes at gettingsimple.com/podcast. Theme song Sleep by Steve Combs under CC BY 4.0. Follow Nono Twitter.com/nonoesp Instagram.com/nonoesp Facebook.com/nonomartinezalonso YouTube.com/nonomartinezalonso

Happy New Year! Do you have a resolution to simplify your life and clear the clutter? Are you tired of being stressed out by too much stuff? In this episode, co-hosts Debbie and Diana explore: How simplifying and slowing down can help you create a more meaningful life Thoughts and emotions that may arise when you finally tackle that closet you’ve been avoiding Why buying the next little gift shop trinket won’t provide you with lasting happiness Helpful strategies from behavioral psychology that can help you declutter your home and simplify your life! So take a listen if you could use some practical strategies and inspiration in your quest to simplify. We wish you a peaceful and meaningful 2019! Resources for More Inspiration: Slow: Simple Living for a Frantic World by Brooke McAlary The Slow Home Podcast We have mixed feelings about the book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondo. See if the KonMari method works for you! New Minimalism: Decluttering and Design for Sustainable, Intentional Living by Cary Telander Fortin and Kyle Louise Quilici Atomic Habits by James Clear On Clutter and Stress: The Clutter Culture (about a UCLA study of 32 families in LA documenting the clutter problem and a link between high cortisol (a stress response) and clutter among the women), and the book that came out of the study, Life at Home in the Twenty-First Century: 32 Families Open Their Doors. How Clutter Affects Your Brain (and What You Can Do About It) in Life Hacker Why Mess Causes Stress: 8 Reasons, 8 Remedies: The Mental Cost of Clutter in Psychology Today __________________________ Thank you for joining us on this episode of Psychologists Off The Clock. We appreciate your feedback. Please take a moment to leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts. It helps us spread the word to more folks like you! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click here to Subscribe via Google Play Please note that the information in the podcast and on this site is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be used as a substitute for psychological or medical care. If you are looking professional help, visit our resources page for guidance on how to find a therapist. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 9-1-1.

Scrolling through the news. Scarfing down meals. Shuttling kids to programs and practices. After a frantic autumn, I feel like I’m doing everything half-cocked. I’m trying to slow down this holiday season by rediscovering what it looks like to feast with the King.

There are few among us who are aren't plagued by a feeling — at least some of the time — that the pace of life is a little out of hand. You probably experience this to some degree whether you're raising kids or not. But if you're parenting you're doing so during a period where raising kids is done in a more time-intensive way than ever before. Between 1975 and today, mothers have nearly tripled the quality time they spend with their kids (while dads have more than doubled theirs). And this is happening at a time when — more than ever before — both parents engage in paid work. My guest for this episode has made major shifts in her life to address the harried nature of life with her husband and two kids. Brooke McAlary is an Australian writer and the woman behind the popular Slow Your Home blog. Between her blog and her great podcast The Slow Home Podcast, McAlary has become a leader in the slow living movement. She's the author of two books, the latest of which is called SLOW: Simple Living for a Frantic World. Notes Love our work? Please check out our Patreon Campaign! Become a patron of the show for as little as $1 per month    

On this episode I talk about one of the many ways you can help yourself become gainfully employed. The focus of the specific episode will be on introspection and taking care of yourself mentally. Topics covered: One of the most detrimental things you can do to your mental health when you’re underemployed and what you can do about it Why therapy is necessary if you can afford it Why you should practice meditation and mindfulness Why you should practice gratitude Why you should read Brené Brown, watch her TED talk, and explore your vulnerability Why you should work to strengthen your resilience and persistence Why you should try this stuff even if you’re skeptical The best books to read when you’re underemployed: Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life by Martin E.P. Seligman Rejection Proof by Jia Jiang Gratitude and Trust by Tracy Jackson and Paul Williams Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam M. Grant Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero Positivity: Top-Notch Research Reveals the Upward Spiral That Will Change Your Life by Barbara L. Fredrickson Books on meditation and mindfulness: Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics: A 10% Happier How-to Book by Dan Harris Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life by Jon Kabat-Zinn Why Can't I Meditate?: How to Get Your Mindfulness Practice on Track by Nigel Wellings Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World by J. Mark G. Williams,  Danny Penman, Jon Kabat-Zinn

This week we spoke to Dr Danny Penman. For Harry, this was quite a poignant interview as in his first session with his pschologist he was given a book called Finding peace in a Frantic World by Danny, which he credits as helping change his life and alter ingrained negative habits. Since then he has also read Mindfulness for Health and the Art of Breathing which are equally fascinating and helpful- with Mindfulness for health receiving recognition as the best book in popular medicine by the British Medical Associtation. Our chat with Danny encompasses a range of topics including how a life-changing paragliding accident lead him to mindfulness. We would really urge you to read Danny's book and explore his work. Website: http://franticworld.com Twitter: http://franticworld.com

Today's special guest, iInternational bestselling and award-winning author Dr. Danny Penman provides a concise guide to letting go and finding peace in a messy world, simply by taking the time to breathe. This is a low-impact, easy, and motivating approach to using your breath to change your life. Penman teaches you how to dissolve anxiety, stress, and unhappiness, enhance your mind and unleash your creativity with simple exercises. And with each little moment of mindfulness, discover a happier, calmer you. Dr Danny Penman is a qualified meditation teacher and an award-winning writer and journalist. He currently writes features for the UK Daily Mail, having previously worked for the BBC, New Scientist and the Independent newspaper. He is co-author of the bestselling Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World. He has received journalism awards from the RSPCA and the Humane Society of the United States. In 2014, he won the British Medical Association's Best Book (Popular Medicine) Award for Mindfulness for Health: A Practical Guide to Relieving Pain, Reducing Stress and Restoring Wellbeing (co- written with Vidyamala Burch). His books have been translated into more than 25 languages.

  Today, we have an AMAZING guess on the podcast, Dave Trachtenberg.    Dave is the Program Director at Minds Incorporated.  Minds Inc. is a non-profit dedicated to empowering Washington DC-area schools by teaching mindfulness-based practices to students, educators, and parents. During the Podcast, Dave shares how Minds Inc. teaches students, starting in elementary school (and their educators, and parents) simple daily mindfulness practices.  Dave speaks about how these teachings increase focus and attention, reduce stress and anxiety, create resilience and the capacity to handle difficult emotions, and build compassion. As discussed in the podcast, sometimes when I get down about the state of the world, I find myself doing late night Google searches on how I can make it better.  In my searches, I found Minds Inc's website and came across Dave.   Dave shared some beautiful stories about helping young children and teens and also shared his own struggles with OCD, Tic Disorder, Depression and Self-worth.    Dave answered the following questions: Tell us about Minds Inc? What got you involved in teaching meditation to Teachers, Students and Parents? What is your personal experience with meditation and Mindfulness? What at some experiences/examples of situations you have had with youth at Minds Incorporated?  (successes, struggles, changes made)?  What type of meditation does Minds Inc. teach? What special tools/practices do you use for living mindfully? What advice do you give for those starting out with meditation? Tell us how you manage struggles with meditation? How can we teach our children? This was one of my favorite conversations and I am so thrilled to share it with you.  I would love to hear your feedback. Have a wonderful day! Kimberley   Resources: Mindsincorporated.org Brain Lock Angel Kyodo Williams http://transformativechange.org/founder/ Pema Chodron  Link here Mindfulness For Dummies Mindfulness An * Week Plan How to Live in a Frantic World

My guest, Dr. Danny Penman, had used a breathing meditation throughout his youth to get through the extremely difficult periods of his life but he didn't practice mindfulness daily. It wasn't until a tragic paragliding accident left him in severe pain that he turned back to the breathing exercise to calm his mind and to minimize his suffering. Danny used his long period of rehabilitation to research mindfulness and meditation to relieve pain and depression. After realizing there was a profound benefit to adding mindfulness into our daily lives, Dr. Penman partnered with Professor Mark Williams to write the international bestseller, Mindfulness: An Eight Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World. Dr. Penman's latest work, The Art of Breathing, simply explains the concept of mindfulness through art. Dr. Penman has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and is an award-winning journalistic.   Key Takeaways: [2:38] Danny describes the tragic accident that led him into the field of mindfulness. [11:30] Mindfulness is… [14:18] Science has proven Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy is beneficial. [21:51] Using mindfulness to enhance everyday experiences and spur creativity. [27:37] There is no wrong way to practice mindfulness. [30:52] The Art of Breathing conveys the concept of mindfulness through art.   Mentioned in This Episode: Dr. Bret Scher Dr. Scher on Twitter Dr. Scher on Facebook Your Best Health Ever! The Cardiologist's Surprisingly Simple Guide to What Really Works, by Bret Scher, M.D., FACC FranticWorld.com Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World: by Mark Williams and Dr. Danny Penman The Art of Breathing, by Dr. Danny Penman

Jordan Cowe is a certified wine educator, a meditator, and co-founder of Be Wineful. Jordan is one of approximately four hundred people worldwide to achieve the designation of Certified Wine Educator since its inception in 1977, becoming the youngest to do so in 2015. Jordan has taught at  conferences and events across North America spreading interest in unique and unknown wines. Jordan has also suffered for many years from Panic Disorder and agoraphobia [a fear of going outside]. His desire to succeed in the world of wine and live a happy life led him to create his system of Winefulness. He is now dedicating himself to spreading happiness, joy, and relaxation with wine. [show-notes-bio] Contact Info Company: Be Wineful Website: BeWineful.com Facebook/Twitter: @BeWineful Most Influential Person  Steve Abma, my therapist. Effect on Emotions I've become much calmer, much less reactive, so I don't experience anger. Well I do occasionally, but it takes a lot. But I mean I don't experience much anger. I don't experience many extreme emotions. I'm just always pleasant and happy. Thoughts on Breathing Breathing is essential. You're always breathing so you always have your breath with you. If I'm in an environment where I start to get worked up or start to get stressed out, I can always come back to my breath and I can just shut out everything around me and just focus in on the breath coming in and out of my nose. I can meditate in the middle of a crowded building at this point. I can sit down on a bench in the middle of the casino here. We went for dinner the other night, I freaked out and I just sat on the bench in the middle of all these people. I was able to go into meditation and I used the breath. Suggested Resources Book: Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Danny Penman Book: Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn App: Headspace The Science Bruce: So Jordan what's the science behind this? Is there science that tells us about the combination of wine and mindfulness. What is the science? Jordan: Well it's a mix of things. I mean the sensory side of meditation is very important. So as far as mindfulness meditation it's ability to help many things, that's been widely spread. As far as anxiety, high stress, as far as depression, mindfulness fits there. Now the one thing that has been noted in the past, especially for people with attention deficit disorder which is me, hence why I can get distracted easily. Typical breath, focus, and things like that doesn't always work well. I get distracted very easily and they get frustrated. So having another method into meditation is very useful for them. So I mean obviously in a clinical environment they're not going to be using wine, they're going to try and come up with other systems. For somebody who needs a stimulus that's intense to keep them on track, that's a wonderful side. The other side of it is, wine from a science point of view, for the meditation itself. Obviously a slight bit of alcohol does allow people to loosen up a little bit. It allows people to be open to new ideas. It allows people to accept something different. It puts people into a very happy and relaxed mode for the most part to begin with. The other cool side about wine, as a wine science point of view, it is one of the only fruits where when you ferment it, the complex sugars and the complex organic compounds, they break down into things that smell like other things. When you ferment a blueberry or a peach wine, they smell exactly like blueberries or peaches. But because of the way yeast evolved it can actually break down some of the other more complex components of wine. And so when you pick up a wine there can be hundreds of different aromas emanating from that glass. You're giving somebody something in front of them where there's so many possible reactions and there's so many things in front of them that it forces them to open up to the stimulus. So you just give them one aroma, they smell and they're done. The brain can shut off where you have them sit there with the wine, like up their nose and they're smelling it. They just sit there with it. It's constantly changing. There's constantly new things happening in their brain. It's triggering new memories, triggering new emotions. You can sit there for 15 minutes and your brain will always have a new stimulus. That's the important thing for me.

Joanna McGarry (joanna_mcgarry/joanna_mcgarry) joins me to talk about 'adding threads' to her considerable talents. A beauty journalist for over a decade Jo recently made the decision to embark on a full-time degree in Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture.  The idea of a 'mid life leap' - making a dramatic shift from a career to a calling - has been around for some time, but in Jo's case she is broadening her knowledge, rather than choosing one over the other. I couldn't wait to sit down with Jo to find out why Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture called to her and how she was going about continuing to contribute to one of the country's most popular magazines as their Beauty Director-at-Large. In my time with Jo we talk in detail about how she came to make the decision, what it's really like to go back to school in your thirties and why timing was an important factor. Somehow, via talk of meditation, we also bond over a love for reality TV, where we sourced our style inspiration as teens without the likes of instagram and twitter and how mindfulness is playing a role in both our lives. links to the podcasts, books, features and documentaries mentioned in the show... Tim Ferriss - 'The Human Guinea Pig' - find his podcast archive here...       the podcast jo was listening to... The Tim Ferriss podcast Jo and I talk about is: Tim Ferriss: The Art and Science of Learning Anything Faster.         Cure: A Journey into the Science of Mind over Body on Amazon         The book Jo was reading... Dubbed 'popular science writing at its very best' and on Jo's reading list was: Cure: A Journey Into the Science of Mind over Body by Jo Marchant. The book/website Jo referred to as an entry-point for meditation and mindfulness is: Mindfulness: Finding Peace in  a Frantic World. Audrie & Daisy: A Netflix Documentary       the documentary jo recommends... The must-see documentary Audrie & Daisy, which is available on Netflix. Jo's library of features and interviews can be found on her Author Page >>     Joanna McGarry - beauty director at large Jo's feature archive can be found on the Stylist website on her Author Page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Danny Penman is a qualified meditation teacher and award-winning writer and journalist. He currently writes features for the UK Daily Mail, having previously worked for the BBC, New Scientist and the Independent newspaper. He is co-author of the international bestseller Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World. Danny starts with telling us an interesting story behind their book, The Mindfulness Meditation. Next, he talks about how he’s achieved being able to recover from injuries through meditation. He then shares some good recommendations for people who suffer from anxiety and depression. He defines what mindfulness meditation is and then proceeds to tell us about how you can achieve control of your own mind and how easy it is. He gives us a comparison between transcendental and mindfulness meditation. After that, he tells us about how mindfulness meditation works.   Danny shares with us some daily meditative routines, and expresses why it is important to make time for meditation. He also tells us about a good time for meditating. He talks about the difference between his three books and shares with us how he eradicate anxiety through mindfulness. Finally, he tells us the best way to meditate.   Training the body is important, but so is the mind. If you can’t come to a good balance between your physical and mental self, then you’ll find yourself not getting the results that you wanted in the first place. This was a very enlightening talk, which also makes this a really great episode for all of you guys. Enjoy!   True Pride is a wealth creation service who works with ambitious individuals & families looking to take control, worry less & get ahead. If you’re looking for a way to take control, worry less and get ahead when it comes to your money, True Pride is a wealth coaching business that will provide you with the tools you need to fast track this. Head to www.truepride.com.au/ADVF the get joining fee of $297 waived when you book a call via the website. Carve is a company that specializes in anything digital from building apps, designing a logo, automating your business down to setting up your next event. Carve is the partner to be when you want to have more time to focus on the things you love and scale your business. Get 10 hours free on any project by heading to www.carve.ph/advf. This podcast is proudly supported by AdventureFit Travel. AdventureFit Travel is an adventure travel company for the fitness community. Head over to www.adventurefittravel.com to check out all our trips, all our blogs from our blogging team, special offers and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Abby Hutcheson is a certified health coach who spent years struggling with chaotic eating habits. Like so many others, she experienced the yo-yo diet cycle of eating too little and then overeating. Once she found a balanced system that worked for her, she knew she had to help others do the same. She now helps hundreds of women reach a point where they honor their bodies and feel a sense of peace through mindful eating.Contact InfoWebsite: www.EatWorkPlayBalanced.com Most Influential PersonGabrielle Berstein (Author of May Cause Miracles)Effect on EmotionsI definitely think I'm less likely to get super riled up by things that aren't necessary to be. I'm less worried about things I can't control and just feel more calm and positive.Thoughts on BreathingI start my day with purposeful, deep breaths. If I'm starting to feel anxiety rise throughout the day, I take deep breaths, in and out. I take deep breaths before I eat. Basically it's a great fall-back tool. We have to use it because it's the best tool we have.Suggested ResourcesBook: Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan For Finding Peace in a Frantic World by Mark Williams and Danny PenmanApp: RelaxMelodies (You get to design the sounds you're going to be listening to)Advice for Newbie Decide why you want mindfulness in your life and what you think it would do to benefit you. If you just start going for it and you don't really know why, you just think, other people do it, then you lmight not stick with it. If you know why you're going to focus on it and tweaking a habit or whatever, then it's much easier to stick with it.

Show Notes can be found at http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com Resources Mentioned: Huffington Report on Shortage of Psychiatrists http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/theres-a-serious-shortage-of-psychiatrists-in-the-us_55eef13ce4b093be51bc128f New York Times 2011 article on Talk Doesn’t Pay http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/06/health/policy/06doctors.html?pagewanted=all Mayo Clinic Behavioral Health http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mental-illness/in-depth/mental-health-providers/ART-20045530?p=1 American Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Information Page http://www.apna.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3292 Frantic World Meditations http://franticworld.com/free-meditations-from-mindfulness/   Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

Sabbath Rest for a Frantic World - Hebrews 11:1-3 - Daniel Gilchrist

Hils Grew wraps up our Finding Peace In A Frantic World sermon series, by taking a look at the topic of death and heaven.

Gareth Dickinson starts to wrap up our Finding Peace In A Frantic World sermon series, by taking a look at the topic of death and heaven.

Neil Bennett's continues Trinity Cheltenham's 'Finding Peace In A Frantic World' sermon series, looking at the topic of forgiveness.

Mark Bailey continues Trinity Cheltenham's Finding Peace In A Frantic World sermon series, taking a look at the challenge of choice.

Mike Fuller continues Trinity Cheltenham's Finding Peace In A Frantic World series, by taking a look at the topic of Messing Up.

Gareth Dickinson continues Trinity Cheltenham's Finding Peace In A Frantic World series, by taking a look at how we can deal with our fear of failure.

Hils Grew continues Trinity Cheltenham's sermon series entitled "Finding Peace In A Frantic World" on 26th April 2015.

Hils Grew continues Trinity Cheltenham's sermon series entitled "Finding Peace In A Frantic World" on 26th April 2015.

Mark Bailey kicks off Trinity Cheltenham's new sermon series entitled "Finding Peace In A Frantic World" on 12th April 2015.

Tim Grew continues Trinity Cheltenham's new sermon series entitled "Finding Peace In A Frantic World" on 12th April 2015.

The Urban Turban Spiritual Entertainment Show interviews leaders of the mind, body, soul world. Danny Penman is the author of "Mindfulness, An Eight Week Plan For Finding Peace in a Frantic World". Follow us on twitter: @itsswami www.urbanturbandaily.com

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