Podcast appearances and mentions of jennifer howd

My book proposal editor (and dear, dear friend) Jennifer Howd has been an essential ally, mentor, and guide for me in my creative process. She has a compassionate way of encouraging us to sink our teeth into the process of creation—instead of getting wrapped up trying to achieve some "perfect" result.   In this episode: How does the inner critic show up for you? Why mindfulness helped Jennifer distance herself from her inner critic Ways to find your creative flow What to do when you feel the “Automatic Hinder Response” in your body The essential importance of PLAY Show notes: https://www.shannonalgeo.com/podcast/jennifer-howd   This new season is a space for you to receive mental health nourishment and tools during this time. Join SoulFeed LIVE recordings: Wednesdays @ 5pm Pacific / 8pm Eastern via Zoom: www.soulumination.com/live

Jennifer Howd & Ross Mihalko talk shop about their musical short, Texas Annie “Legend of the Moan Ranger” - Logline: "Texas Annie tells the musical tale of a renegade dildo runner in Texas when sex toys are declared illegal." Learn more at ScriptShopShow.com/90

BONUS STORY TIME! Allyson and Jack talk about sex toy shops. This bonus story is inspired by our conversation with Jennifer Howd & Ross Mihalko about their short musical script, Texas Annie “Legend of the Moan Ranger" and is NOT included in the actual episode. The full episode comes out Wednesday, June 26, 2019, but you can read the script now at ScriptShopShow.com/scripts

At the end of a busy day, we look forward to those moments of peace we have all to ourselves. The reality is, when we sit down to relax, all of the unresolved to-do’s, the thoughts, and the worries start to rush in. We reach for a beer, for Netflix, or for social media, but this leaves us feeling disconnected. What if we could interrupt this mindless chatter and increase our ability to experience stillness as a means to connect more deeply and to grow? What if we could access something bigger than us, just by taking a few minutes to be silent and go within? In the book, Sit, Walk, Don't Talk: How I Survived a Silent Meditation Retreat by Jennifer Howd, she begins to dive into what it means to embrace the silence and find meaning. Her book is a light-hearted, humorous take on the experience of her first nine-day silent meditation retreat. She’s an author, editor, filmmaker, and Certified Mindfulness Facilitator from UCLA. A blogger for Elephant Journal, and the Huffington Post, she has co-founded the Eastside Mindfulness Collective in Los Angeles, building a secular mindfulness-based community. Key takeaways: Coming out of the spiritual closet. Jennifer had preconceived notions--and even judgmental thoughts--about what it meant to be spiritual. Growing up, she saw people who considered themselves very religious, yet not practicing what they were preaching. Seeking an alternative way to connect with something more significant than herself, Jennifer discovered secular spirituality, which takes a more grounded, pragmatic approach, and created a community where people could connect more deeply, outside of going to church. … [0:02:55] Sitting in silence. By embarking upon a 9-day silent meditation retreat, Jennifer was forced to face her fears and judgments head on. She noticed how harshly she was judging others, and in turn, judging herself. Our judgment is a spiral, and the practice of meditation can disrupt that vicious cycle. … [0:10:26] Power of a retreat. You can take time in silence at home, but what other time would you get the opportunity to truly connect with yourself, and to see what you are at the core of your being than when you are sitting in silence? Some people may fear this, because most of what comes up may be difficult to look at. If you don’t recognize your behavior for what it indeed is, you cannot make changes to that behavior. You can not only gain awareness, but you can see how to create change when you turn the mirror on yourself. … [0:22:25] Take the time to be quiet with yourself, and go within to gain self-knowledge, self-connection, and tap into something beyond your limiting beliefs. Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You’re never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

Meditation Retreat with Jennifer Howd. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour, Jennifer and I discuss silent meditation retreats—how to set up a home meditation retreat, what to bring to a group retreat, and why retreats serve as a "metaphysical tune-up." Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #411: Meditation Retreat Upcoming Events Yoga + Mindfulness Mini Retreat in DC: December 31, 2017 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica: February 17-24, 2018 Yoga + Art in West Virginia: June 1-3, 2018 Penning in Paris: July 23-27, 2018   Featured Guest: Jennifer Howd Hi! My name is Jennifer. I’m an Author, a Developmental Editor, and a UCLA-Certified Mindfulness Facilitator. I see your potential (even when you can’t). I believe in you (even when you don’t). I’m insatiably curious, and I like to ask questions—especially the big ones. Sunshine makes me happy. So does my family. I’m both a cat person AND a dog person. Hot pink is (obviously) my favorite color. I enjoy: writing, acting, drawing, making music, meditating, collaborating (and eating dark chocolate). And I spend a lot of time contemplating unquestioned answers.  Savvy Sources Find Jennifer jenniferhowd.com Twitter Facebook Sit, walk, don't talk Huffington Post Ways to work with Jennifer Jennifer on NPR Mentioned in the Podcast First interview on Tranquility du Jour #317 Facebook Live video Longwood Gardens Social Media Eye candy on Instagram Pin along with me on Pinterest Let’s connect on Facebook Follow moi on Twitter Watch via YouTube Tranquility Tips + Tools   Shop slow locally-made, eco-friendly fashion: TranquiliT Browse my 5 Books New to Tranquility du Jour? Peruse the FAQs Tranquility-filled E-courses Download the Tranquility du Jour Podcast App: iPhone and Android Sign up for Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures Read about my passion for animals Request Pen a review on iTunes and/or share this podcast via social media, s‘il vous plaît. Pen a review of my books on Amazon or Goodreads. Techy To listen, click on the player at the top of the post or click here to listen to older episodes. New to podcasting? Get more info at Podcast 411. Do you have iTunes? Click here and subscribe to the podcast to get the latest episode as released. Get the Tranquility du Jour apps to download the podcast "automagically" on iOS or Android.

Jennifer Howd is an author, a developmental editor, and a UCLA-certified mindfulness facilitator. In this episode, Bart and Jennifer talk about her book, her work and how the principles she's developed can help people live a better and more fulfilling life.Jennifer's website is jenniferhowd.com. Her book can be found HERE.Brand new: Support this podcast on Patreon HERE!

What is it like to sit, walk, and not talk for 9 days in complete silence? Our Guest:  Jennifer Howd is a writer, editor, and mindfulness facilitator and a 10+ year veteran of the entertainment industry. As a writer, Jennifer’s experimental short film, An Ounce of Mother, was an official selection in the 13th annual Boston Underground Film Festival and won “Best Film Shot on a Mobile Device” in the world’s first iPhone app film festival.  She is the co-author of The Gay & Lesbian Guide to College Life (published by Random House), and her debut memoir, Sit, Walk, Don’t Talk: How I Survived a Silent Meditation Retreat, is published by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s publishing company, Parallax Press.   Jennifer has been included in GO! Magazine’s 2008 & 2014 “100 Women We Love” lists. Tune in to her about Jennifer’s experience sitting through (and surviving!) a 9-day silent meditation retreat. Quick Preview of the Podcast: Jennifer’s first hand experience meditating for 9 days straight. Learning to trust that everything will be okay when we are present. How to practice Loving Kindness Meditation. The surprising birthplace of suffering. Grab your copy of Sit, Walk, Don’t Talk: How I Survived a Silent Meditation Retreat. FREE Guided Meditation for Self Care (led by Shannon): https://programs.shannonalgeo.com/selfcare-meditation

Jennifer Howd bounced about in the world of graphics production for the entertainment industry before finding her calm as a mindfulness facilitator and author.  We chat about keeping up, holing up, and holding out on ourselves.  Oh, and expletives!  Preorder Jennifer's book Sit, Walk, Don't Talk: How I Survived a Silent Meditation Retreat and keep up with her by following her on Facebook, Instagram, and or Twitter. Mentioned in this episode: JenniferHowd.com Sit, Walk, Don't Talk: How I Survived a Silent Meditation Retreat The Eastside Mindfulness Collective My gateway mindfulness meditation app: Headspace Not mentioned, but both Jenn & I use the Insight Timer meditation app Follow the podcast @QuittersPodcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and tell me what practices you've adopted to help you stay true to yourself. Follow me @Lyssbjack on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and tell me your favorite expletive!  

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There is something wonderfully bold and liberating about saying yes to our entire imperfect and messy life. ~Tara Brach Do you listen to what your mind tells you? Or do you step back and observe it cooly, knowing that you aren’t what you think? Because, there is a world of difference between those two positions. […] The post OM022: How To Practice Mindfulness Meditation with Jennifer Howd appeared first on About Meditation.