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In this podcast episode, Dr. Emily Amos shares her experiences traveling through Australia and delves into the complexities of meditation and mindfulness. She discusses the common struggles individuals face when starting a meditation practice, including discomfort and the potential for meditation-related harm. Dr. Amos emphasises the importance of understanding the cycle of behaviour change and the need for support when navigating the challenges of mindfulness practices. She advocates for a balanced view of meditation, recognising both its benefits and potential drawbacks, and encourages listeners to seek professional help when needed.Key points:​Dr. Emily Amos shares her recent travels around Australia.​Meditation and mindfulness can have mixed evidence regarding their benefits.​Many people experience discomfort when they first start meditating.​It's common for the mind to feel noisy during meditation.​Mindfulness is about being present in the moment.​Discomfort can arise as we implement a sustained meditation practice.​The cycle of change outlines predictable steps in behaviour change.​How support from teachers can minimise meditation-related harm.​Mental health professionals can help address issues arising during meditation.​The importance of reaching out for support when needed.If you would like to know more about Cheetah House you find that info here: https://www.cheetahhouse.orgOr if you would like to find a registered meditation teacher to work with you can do that via the Meditation Australia website.------------------------------------ You can find more information on mindfulness and my work via my website- ⁠⁠www.dremilyamos.com⁠⁠ As always, I love to connect with you via social media:Facebook: ⁠⁠@dremilyamos⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠@mindlifeme⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠@dremilyamos⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠@mind.life.me⁠⁠LinkedIn: @dremilyamosInsight Timer: ⁠⁠⁠Dr Emily Amos⁠⁠Disclaimer: The information provided on the Mind.Life.Me. podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided on this site is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you have read or heard here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.

Part 2 of ‘The Hero's Journey' with Ben Crowe & Asher PackmanBen is one of the worlds most acclaimed and respected mindset coaches. Ben's organisation Mojo Crowe empowers everyone from athletes ( including Ash Barty, Daniel Riccardo and even Andre Agassi), to performers, CEO's and World leaders to all those using the Mojo app, to look inward and ask themselves 3 simple and equally challenging questions. Who am I? What do I want? How do I get there?Asher Packman is the former president of Meditation Australia and the founder of The Fifth Direction, which uses breath, meditation, poetry and storytelling to invite people to also look inward and reclaim their mythic imagination and celebrate a return to soul.In this episode we discuss:-Imposter Syndrome-The sign that kept on appearing for Ben-Asher tragically losing his sister to suicide.-Asher's blood cancer diagnosis.-Ben's fathers passing being his catalyst for a change in his life.-The need for conscious mask wearing.-The relationship between our wounds and our gifts.-Josh's car accident and the big lessons he found.-The death practices we can ritualise during life.-The relationship between following our bliss (and our blisters).-The importance of having a relationship of play.-How to rekindle our connection with soul.-The final instalment of The Hero's Journey being of service to community.To learn more about Ben Crowe and Asher Packman head to mojocrowe.com and thefifthdirection.com respectively.Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to WATCH the full episode @gobehindthemaskFollow us on Instagram and TikTok @gobehindthemaskVisit www.gobehindthemask.com.au for more information and sign up to our ‘Weekly Wisdoms' to begin YOUR journey behind the mask. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Crowe is one of the worlds most acclaimed and respected mindset coaches. Ben's organisation Mojo Crowe empowers everyone from athletes ( including Ash Barty, Daniel Riccardo and even Andre Agassi), to performers, CEO's and World leaders to all those using the Mojo app, to look inward and ask themselves 3 simple and equally challenging questions. Who am I? What do I want? How do I get there?Asher Packman is the former president of Meditation Australia and the founder of The Fifth Direction, which uses breath, meditation, poetry and storytelling to invite people to also look inward and reclaim their mythic imagination and celebrate a return to soul.Their teachings and wisdoms have shaped me in ways that are almost impossible to put into words. The gratitude I feel for them intersecting with my path is immeasurable. In different ways they've shared the exact same profound road map for making sense of our human experience and I don't feel I could be sitting around a safer, wiser or more open table today to discuss it. It's time to take a deep dive into Joseph Campbell's ‘Hero's Journey.'Disclaimer: This episode is split in 2 parts and available over 2 weeks.In this episode we discuss:-Reframing pressures and expectations.-The number 1 deathbed regret.-How to tackle perfectionism and celebrate imperfections.-The importance of generous assumptions.-The brilliant etymology of the word weird and how it relates to becoming an elder.-The true meaning of enlightenment.-The importance of ritualising the space.-Why the heroes journey is all of our story.-The byplay between the spirit of the times and the spirit of the depths.-Splitting the heroes journey into 3 clear chapters.1) The departure (when life is about us)2) The Initiation (when we go into the depths of ourselves and our existential challenges)3) The return (when life becomes about others, when we become true leaders)-Handling the inner critic.-Asher tragically losing his sister to suicide.-Ben's fathers passing being his catalyst for a change in his life.-The relationship between internal and external expectations.-The need to separate the human being from the human doing.-The power of vulnerability.-How Jerry Seinfeld inspired Ben to change his career path.-The not enoughness epidemic.-A need to redefine success.-The difference been a life at school and the school of life.-The fundamental need for people to do the soul work before the spiritual work.To learn more about Ben Crowe and Asher Packman head to mojocrowe.com and thefifthdirection.com respectively.Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to WATCH the full episode @gobehindthemaskFollow us on Instagram and TikTok @gobehindthemaskVisit www.gobehindthemask.com.au for more information and sign up to our ‘Weekly Wisdoms' to begin YOUR journey behind the mask. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode from Season 1 (2021) we have Asher Packman joining us. Over the last decade, Asher has grown to become a globally recognised mindset coach and meditation teacher, who combines neuroscience and epigenetics with Eastern philosophies, shamanism and myth; which offers an approach that helps people connect to the unlimited potential of their own true nature, offering a greater depth of experience in life. He's a certified HeartMath and Wim Hof Method instructor, a Kundalini Yoga teacher, he's the founder of The Fifth Direction and The Warrior Within, including the Warrior Within Podcast, and he's the current President of Meditation Australia, alongside being associated with many other interesting and remarkable facets of life. Some of the things we touched on in this conversation include honouring the sacred, the importance of storytelling and mythology, descending into the darkness to come to know ourselves on a deep heart and soul level, we explore some of the ins and outs when it comes to rites of passage, Asher shares some of his own personal experiences that touch on death, dying, health, psych wards, some insights into his journey and his relationship with a rare type of cancer, we talk about heart-based consciousness, shamanism, conspiracy theories, and many other threads of that nature. It was a pleasure to welcome Asher to the show and I trust you'll find some gemstones in our dialogue to carry with you on your own path forward. EPISODE NOTES: How to open yourself up to the sacred The power of presence Why men need stories and mythology to guide their lives Learning how to tap into the power of stories Understanding the 3 levels of existence Descending into our darkness to find the truth ites of Passage-Does modern society have rites of passage? How can we improve rites of passage? The 3 key stages in a rite of passage Why men need mentors Asher's personal journey from darkness to shamanism, spirituality, and neuroscience Why heroes (including us!) need to descend into our darkest moments to find light Talking about death, dying & grief Meditating with your heart Shamanism Learning to deal with fear in this chaotic and unpredictable time Is our society coming out of isolation too quickly? Why conspiracy theories aren't the best use of our minds Why men should have a stirring in their loins when it comes to the feminine fiction TIMESTAMPS: [3:00] Opening the Container: Asher leads the podcast in an opening ceremony to start the podcast [9:45} Bringing more presence into our lives [12:00] The importance of stories and mythology(especially in work with men) [14:35] Where do I start learning about mythologies and stories? [20:14] Understanding the 3 levels of spiritual existence [22:00] Why should we have to step out of our comfort zones? [26:46] Rites of Passage [31:00] What can our society do better to help boys transition to manhood? [35:30] Moving through the rites of passage [41:38] Asher's personal journey with loss and descent into the darkness [42:16] The most important part of the Hero's Journey (that we often miss) [44:55] Discussing death from a different perspective [50:45] Transforming fear of death into acceptance of life [54:24] Shamanism [56:21] Heart-Centered Meditation [1:04:00] Tips and techniques for dealing with fear in this unusual time [1:14:00] Conspiracy Theories [1:27:00] Closing the Circle

Welcome to Season 5 of Living Well with MS, the Overcoming MS podcast where we explore all topics relating to living well with multiple sclerosis (MS). In this episode, we are pleased to welcome internationally renowned mindfulness expert, Professor Craig Hassed.  Watch this episode on our YouTube here. Keep reading for the key episode takeaways and Craig's bio.  Make sure you sign up to our newsletter to hear our latest tips and news about living a full and happy life with MS. And if you're new to Overcoming MS, visit our introductory page to find out more about how we support people with MS.   Key Takeaways Improving mental health will have an anti-inflammatory effect on the body  2:40: “Improving our mental health and well-being and reducing our stress has an anti-inflammatory effect. High levels of stress, anger, hostility, and poor emotional health have a pro-inflammatory effect. This is very important for an inflammatory based condition, like MS. But also, if there are any symptoms that we're dealing with, the "bothersomeness" of various symptoms seems to be improved through the practice of meditation.”  Recordings are very helpful, but the ultimate goal is to meditate unguided  22:13 “It's very useful to get comfortable with knowing the practice, feeling like we're understanding it [and] having guidance for a while. To wean ourselves off [guided meditation], maybe revisit the guided practice every so often, if you feel you need a top up or reminder. But ultimately, you want to be independent, so that you take it anywhere you go.”  Visualising our bodies doing specific actions can aid in rehabilitation  40:01 “What happens when we imagine that physical action is that it stimulates the circuits in the brain that are associated with doing that action. If there's a blockage for getting the message through, it keeps knocking on the door, and stimulates either new growth to try and bridge that gap or to find another way of getting the message through. What they found in the research is that people rehabilitate faster, better and get more function back if they have the mental practice, as well as the physical physiotherapy rehabilitation.”  Professor Criag Hassed leads a 5-minute meditation at 46:15   Related Links Listen to episode S1E7 Building a Daily Meditation Practice featuring Craig Hassed: https://overcomingms.org/resource/podcast/s1-episode-7   Take Craig's free Mindfulness courses on Future Learn:  Maintaining a Mindful Live: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/mindfulness-life  Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/mindfulness-wellbeing-performance  Practice guided meditations from Overcoming MS: https://overcomingms.org/resources/guided-meditation   Listen to Geoff's guided walking meditation on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/geoffallix    Don't miss out Subscribe to this podcast and never miss an episode. You can catch any episode of Living Well with MS here or on your favorite podcast listening app. If you like Living Well with MS, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you tune into the show. Feel free to share your comments and suggestions for future guests and episode topics by emailing podcast@overcomingms.org.  Make sure you also sign up to our newsletter to hear our latest tips and news about living a full and happy life with MS.   Support us  If you enjoy this podcast and want to support the ongoing work of Overcoming MS, you can leave a donation here.    Professor Craid Hassed's Bio Craig's career Professor Craig Hassed OAM has worked with the Faculty of Medicine at Monash University since 1989 but now teaches in many faculties as coordinator of mindfulness programs across Monash and the Director of Education at the Monash Centre for Consciousness and Contemplative Studies (M3CS).   His teaching, research and clinical interests include mindfulness, mind-body medicine and lifestyle medicine. Craig has authored 120 papers in peer-reviewed journals and published 14 books and 17 book chapters.   He is regularly invited to speak and run courses in his native Australia and overseas in health, educational, government and corporate contexts. He is patron of Meditation Australia, a regular media commentator and co-authored the world's two leading mindfulness massive open online courses in collaboration with Monash University and FutureLearn.   In 2019 Craig was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for services to Medicine.  Craig and Overcoming MS  Craig has previously worked with Overcoming MS as a facilitator at Overcoming MS retreats. He also wrote a chapter in the Overcoming MS Handbook on ‘Meditation, mindfulness and the mind-body connection'. 

If there was one piece of advice I could offer my younger self, or anyone for that matter, it would be to mediateThe mental, physical and social benefits of meditation are far reaching and long lasting.I can think of few things where such little investment can deliver such large rewards.That's why I was so interested to speak with someone that has a passion for meditation. And who better than Asher Packman, a meditation teacher the President of the Meditation Australia.I hope you enjoy this conversation and maybe even take a few minutes afterwards to meditate.You can find out more about Meditation Australia here: https://meditationaustralia.org.au/ 

In this episode I'm joined by Asher Packman. After transitioning from a successful corporate career, Asher Packman has become a renowned mentor, meditation teacher, storyteller and scholar of the mythopoetic. He is the current president of Meditation Australia and founder of the Fifth Direction.Aside from his impressive resume, he's also a Dad and living with blood cancer... yep you read that right. Asher shares how breathwork had a profound impact on his health. We dive deep into facing your mortality and dissolving fears around death. This is a deep dive into spirituality, non-dualistic philosophy and life. Grab a cup of tea and let's dive in!For more on Asher find him on instagram @asherpackman If you love this episode please rate and review to help me reach more people.Em x

Associate Professor Craig Hassed OAM has been working within the Faculty of Medicine at Monash University since 1989, he is also the coordinator of mindfulness programs across Monash. He has authored hundreds of papers and has published multiple books. Craig was the founding president of Meditation Australia and is a long term friend and ambassador of Smiling Mind. In 2019 Craig was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for services to Medicine. It was an incredible privilege to speak with Craig and I hope that you get as much out of our discussion as I did.  The Art of Teaching Podcast resources:  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/ New Teacher Resources:  Website: https://imanewteacher.com/ Twitter: @Imanewteacher Instagram: @Imanewteacher

Do you ever look around and think, there must be a better way to do life, here? We're meeting people asking the big question of how to live well in the world as we find it. Hear from Dr Jonathan Cornford, a political economist on a mission to live more slowly, gently, and simply, and Asher Packman, the current President of Meditation Australia.

Asher Packman is an extraordinary man! Where to even begin... Asher is the President of Meditation Australia and Founder of Warrior Within - an amazing community of men turning inward to be more mindful and meaningful. Along with these, he is Wim Hoff Method Instructor, Yoga instructor and has worked for some of the biggest brands in the world in this very multi-faceted life! Formative experiences throughout Asher's whole life have led to a life lives in pursuit of understanding the world around us and sharing that with others - we literally sat entranced through this chat and went away with a lot to think about. We are so grateful to Asher for this, we strongly encourage you to visit the Warrior Within & join the community and we hope you enjoy the conversation! MoW. CW:

Flashback episode with incredible Asher Packman who shares a powerful conversation about men's wellbeing. Asher introduces openness and connection into the lives of more men. When it comes to wellbeing practices it is heavily dominated by women. Go to any retreat, yoga class, wellness seminar, mediation event… and you will see that the majority of people in that room are females, and we often wonder what males are doing to look after their mental health. Truth is, the answer for many men unfortunately, is not a lot… and due to the idea that men are generally not as open emotionally as women, it is probably them who need these self-care practices the most.Asher Is Founder and Director, The Fifth Direction a purpose built space that empowers its members to turn inward with meditation and movement. He is also the President, Meditation Australia, and the Founder of a men's circle called, Warrior Within. Asher is also a regular wellbeing speaker at conferences & retreats and contributes to numerous websites and publications.After a series of significant events in Ashers life, including the diagnosis of a progressive rare blood cancer, it led Asher to shift gears from a very successful corporate career and focus on health and wellbeing. Now a qualified mindset and leadership coach he is a certified HeartMath and Wim Hof Method instructor, as well as a KRI-certified Kundalini Yoga instructor, and has qualifications in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), geobiology, epigenetics and the social psychology of sport.

Today I have the absolute pleasure of speaking with one of Australia's top meditation teachers… Asher Packman is in fact, a teacher of teachers. He is President of Meditation Australia and founder of The 5th Direction, The Sauce and Warrior Within. If you're interested in building a relationship with meditation, in maintaining a white belt mindset, in harnessing the power of presence and the lessons of sitting in the stillness then this chat will tickle your fancy as I wheel out my overactive, analytical mind to this guru and seek some answers and a little enlightenment. EPISODE SPONSOR | ACCORD CONVEYANCING Website: www.accordconveyancing.com.au TIFFANEE COOK Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches Website: www.rollwiththepunches.com.au LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tiffaneecook/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/rollwiththepunchespodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/rollwiththepunches_podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/tiffaneeandco --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/roll-withthepunches/message

Do you ever look around and think, there must be a better way to do life, here? On Soul Search, we’re meeting people asking the big question of how to live well in the world as we find it. We hear from Dr Jonathan Cornford, a political economist on a mission to live more slowly, gently, and simply, and Asher Packman, the current President of Meditation Australia.

Exploring mindfulness with Associate Professor Craig Hassed.   Associate Professor Craig Hassed, shares with listeners some of basics of mindfulness, what it is, how we can do it and what the benefits are. He also shares how we can use it to reduce our own mental clutter while also sharing tips on how to  introduce it in our work. About Associate Professor Craig Hassed.   Associate Professor Craig Hassed OAM has been working within the Faculty of Medicine at Monash University since 1989. He now also teaches into a number of other faculties and is coordinator of mindfulness programs across Monash. His teaching, research and clinical interests include mindfulness, mind-body medicine, lifestyle medicine, integrative medicine and medical ethics. Craig developed and integrated into the Monash medical curriculum the world-first mindfulness-based healthy lifestyle course called the Health Enhancement Program. He has authored over 100 papers in peer-reviewed journals and is regularly invited to speak and run courses in Australia and overseas in health, educational, government and corporate contexts. Craig has collaborated with a number of Australian and international universities helping them to integrate similar content. Craig was the founding president of Meditation Australia, is a regular media commentator, and has published 13 books and 14 book chapters. Craig featured in the documentaries, The Connection, and My Year of Living Mindfully. He co-authored with Richard Chambers the two free online Mindfulness courses in collaboration with Monash University and FutureLearn, both of which are rated by Class Central among the leading online courses in the world. In 2019 Craig was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for services to Medicine.   Links to resources mentioned     Mindfulness based cognitive therapy course  https://www.monash.edu/medicine/scs/southern-synergy/mindfulness/mbct-prof-training  Future learn, mindfulness for peak performance    https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/mindfulness-wellbeing-performance  Craigs book - new edition coming out June 2021   Mindfulness for Life By: Dr. Craig Hassad, Dr. Stephen McKenzie Join the Inside Social Work Facebook Group   Join the Inside Social Work Podcast mailing list to get your free social work career guide   Visit the website for the latest info and show notes https://insidesocialwork.com/   Support the show by making a contribution https://www.paypal.me/Insidesocialwork   Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts!    

Send us a Text Message.Meditation has been around for centuries.  Conversation about breathing deeply is everywhere as we navigate mental wellness and de-stressing our lives.  What are the effects of deep breathing and the ability to calm and clear the mind?  Debbie Rossi, our guest today, is a bioenergetic wellness facilitator, teacher trainer for Meditation Australia, and creator of the intuitive meditation program which she offers at the Center for Intuitive Meditation.  As with each episode, we try to focus on your self-care.  Be sure to relax and make a cup of tea to enjoy the episode.  Be sure to relax with the Lakota Prayer Meditation, as well as some of the dance ideas to bring you some joy in movement.Please share, comment, like and follow so you don't miss an episode.  We are so grateful for your support for this program. #tea #strongertogether #meditation #joy #gratitude #stress #mentalwellness #dance #intuitivemeditation #dancedebutinc #community #selfcareSupport the Show.Dr. Michelle Greenwell, BA Psych, MSc CAM, Ph. D CIH (Complementary and Integrative Health). Striving to support the public to choose self-care and well-being options that create ease and flow in their lives, Michelle specializes in using movement to heal the body. Her BioEnergetic Formula for Success provides a means for everyone to set their intentions and create support and action for flow and ease to the goals. Learn more at www.greenwellcenter.com. Follow her YouTube channel and specialty playlists. Find her full resource list here. She highlights her Tea Company: The Cape Breton Tea Company which you can find at www.capebretontea.ca. Included is the specialty line of Tea with Intention, Harmony Blends and Coaster, and the focus on high quality organic black, green, herbal, rooibos, and honeybush tea. Including tea with your podcast listening is a unique way to explore tea, create healthy habits, and have great conversations with friends and colleagues.

Nick Bracks joins Asher Packman to discuss his story in overcoming cancer and major life obstacles, finding purpose, and how we can all make change from within.Over the last decade, Asher has grown to become a globally recognized mindset coach and meditation teacher.After a series of significant life events, including the diagnosis of a progressive rare blood cancer, Asher shifted gears to focus on health and wellbeing. Now holding qualifications in leadership, coaching and mentoring, he is a certified HeartMath and Wim Hof Method instructor, as well as a KRI-certified Kundalini Yoga teacher. Asher is also the current president of Meditation Australia, the national peak body representing meditation and meditation teachers, and has spoken at events such as TEDx.Back in 2004, Asher founded PR agency, The Sauce, servicing clients in Australia before the opening of a London branch in 2006 led to expansion across Europe, South-East Asia, China, India, Africa and the Middle East. Prior to that, he spent over five years with AOL (formerly AOL Time Warner) as a regional Vice President, heading up consumer and corporate communications in Australia, Asia and Europe.You can learn more about Asher here: warrior-within.com.auThanks for listening! We would love your support so we can keep growing this show! Please subscribe, review, comment and share this episode with five friends to help us make a difference! Subscribe to nickbracks.com and receive a FREE tip sheet to help you create simple daily wellness habits. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“Death is literally the greatest teacher that we have.” Asher Packman’s life circumstances forced him to rewrite his relationship with death. This journey started in 2007, when his sister committed suicide at the peak of Asher’s corporate career. His mother died not long after, and while Asher was still deep in grief, he received his own terminal diagnosis. But in the shadows and the darkness, Asher allowed death to become his most powerful teacher. By choosing to embrace the presence of death in his life, Asher discovered how to truly live. Death is a conversation most of want to avoid, but we shouldn’t. The second you’re born, death becomes a certainty. In this taboo-breaking interview, Asher shows you how you can call in death without fear - and allow it to teach you the secret of life. “If you stop and think about it, you’re having a conversation with death all the time.” Asher Packman is the president of Meditation Australia and the founder of Warrior Within and The Fifth Dimension. He also runs death workshops Over the last decade, Asher has grown to become a globally recognised mindset coach and meditation teacher. Combining heart intelligence with Eastern philosophies and storytelling, he provides an approach that will connect you to the unlimited potential of your own true nature.In this empowering conversation that everyone needs to have about death, Asher and I explore: Why we’re having a conversation with death all the time. The power of learning from the darkness and shadows? Exploring the dance between destiny and free choice. Navigating the journey from our head to our heart. Asher’s life experiences that inspired him to start an inner journey. Asher’s relationships with his illness. The difference between acceptance and agreements. The power of lockdown for inspiring a collective rite of passage. I encourage you to listen in. “The biggest journey a lot of people take in their lives is eight inches: from their head back to their heart again.” How to contact www.asherpackman.comwww.facebook.com/warriorwithin1https://www.instagram.com/asherpackman/We thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This conversation with Asher Packman dives into the depths of depression, self-sabotage, and the way we respond to, process and ultimately make meaning from traumatic experiences in our life. Asher is the president of Meditation Australia, and a globally renowned mindset coach and meditation teacher. After a series of significant life events including the diagnosis of a rare blood cancer, Asher shifted from the fast-paced lifestyle of a corporate executive to dive deep into health and wellbeing. From Eastern Philosophy to epigenetics, The Wim Hof Method to Sports Psychology, Asher has studied, received qualification in and taught a diverse range of health & wellness modalities all over the world. He's also the founder & director of Warrior Within, an organisation created to help men to embrace the strengths and virtues of manhood.

In today's show I am joined by the amazing Asher Packman. Asher is really changing the world, he is a Wim Hof instructor, Mindset and Leadership coach, President of Meditation Australia and the list goes on. This is a really special podcast and one of my favourite so far with Asher sharing his heart felt story of his personal awakening unfortunately this come after the death of his sister to suicide in 2007. Asher has well and truly found his calling and I just love his take on the human experience. This podcast we talk about meditation, about the heart having the most powerful energy field, we have a very honest conversation about how cold water and ice are my biggest feared we talk about LOVE and how it truly is the only way. Enjoy this one its very special... Also check Asher Out at https://www.warrior-within.com.au

How can you develop the awareness needed to have a better life and what are the biggest obstacles stopping you from achieving this? On this weeks Unstoppable podcast, leading mindset coach & meditation guide Asher packman joins us to tell the heart wrenching story that changed his life forever and how he has used his skills to over come the odds from cancer to suicide. Asher is the President of Meditation Australia & the Founder of Warrior Within who is certified HeartMath and is a Wim Hof Method instructor. Timestaps: 00:00 - Asher' beginnings & the turning point in his life 11:45 - Why events that happen in life are neither good or bad 16:06 - Self-awareness and mindfulness to overcome pain 18:35 - What is HearthMath? 24:08 - How breath work and meditation changed Asher's life 28:44 - The biggest problems Asher solves, especially while working with men 35:43 - How to develop awareness & the biggest obstacle people have in achieving a better life 39:49 - Raising a child whilst having cancer

BIOGRAPHY INTRO Fleur is mindfulness and meditation teacher who has supported over 600,000 people in 30 different countries feel happier from the inside out.  She is the Creator of The Happy Habit app, a mediation app that helps busy people develop the habit of meditation, even when life feels unpredictable.  Her app helps people grow a series of inner resources like calm, compassion, gratitude, perspective and purpose that we can use to make life feel easier, more enjoyable and meaningful.  Fleur is on a mission to change the conversation about happiness, giving people permission to be happy even amidst the mistakes and regrets of the past, and the worries for the future. Happiness not in the form of smiles and laughter, but in the form of a deep sense of confidence, resilience and peace. In her work Fleur has noticed that most of us are chasing happiness, telling ourselves we will be happy when we have more money or a more loving relationship. That we will be happy when we have quit sugar, lost a few kilos, landed that promotion or bought that new pair of jeans.  In reality, this happiness is short lived as we just turn our attention to the next thing that could make us happy. And so, the cycle of chasing happiness continues. making us stressed, anxious and not satisfied with the life that is here for us right now. Fleur has developed a framework “10 pathways to lasting happiness” to help people stop chasing happiness, and instead, to build a set of inner resources that we can draw upon everyday to experience wellbeing( even when life feels busy, unpredictable and messy.) Fleur has been described as wise, funny and down-to-earth. Fleur lives in Melbourne with her 3 boys, husband and dog Lucky. BIO Fleur Chambers is a certified meditation teacher and creator of The Happy Habit app. She holds a Master’s Degree in Professional Education and is a member of Meditation Australia. Fleur has helped over 600,000 people in 30 countries alleviate daily stressors that block their path to happiness. Her signature “10 Pathways to Lasting Happiness” framework teaches people how to enjoy life amidst pressures and set-backs.  In addition to The Happy Habit app and online courses, Fleur’s work has been featured in meditation apps from Australia, America, Denmark, India, and China. Her signature course “30 Days to Happiness” has been translated into Chinese.  Fleur is an expert meditation teacher for 28 by Sam Wood, The Mindful Mum, Well Nourished, Ready for Change, and Playful Families.   SHOWNOTES Fleur had an awakening when she was a mother of 3 under 3 at 30 and tried to keep getting ahead and well planned, investing a lot of emotional and mental empathy but things came crashing down and she was told by her Mum that she needs to work on mindfulness. She continued on her journey, and how to have conversations about this for family and work. Four years ago, she wasn’t feeding her own compassion and was diagnosed with a chronic pain condition. This meant that she had to pivot her business an then that led her to launch her app. The Happy Habit App creates a space for people to see what make them happy and to challenge people to get into meditative practices. Neurological pathways: awareness, calm, gratitude, connection, compassion, flexibility and perspective, acceptance, vitality, confidence - everyone has a pathway they want to walk. The app gives an outlet for people to self-medicate towards happiness. Fleur takes us through a short meditation Inner resources that you can draw on to make you feel great when the good times are here and more resilient when you are facing tougher times is Fleur’s definition of happiness. Fleur starts her day saying “thank you” three times as she rises and grounds her feet in the floor, coupled with some breathing exercises and asking with open palms “what would you have me know?” She listens intuitively to direct her day. The top things that make Fleur’s heart sing is bike-riding with her kids, no-lights no-lycra and dancing in the dark, and travel. Japanese is her favourite food. Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga, Beyonce and Fleur’s two best friends would be her fantasy dinner guests. Downloading the app is the biggest thing people can do for their health. BOOKS Captain Corelli’s Mandolin THINGS DISCUSSED Google play store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=au.com.thehappyhabit.app The app store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-happy-habit/id1497826730 https://apps.apple.com/au/app/the-happy-habit/id1497826730  

In this episode we have Asher Packman joining us. Over the last decade, Asher has grown to become a globally recognised mindset coach and meditation teacher, who combines neuroscience and epigenetics with Eastern philosophies, shamanism and myth; which offers an approach that helps people connect to the unlimited potential of their own true nature, offering a greater depth of experience in life. He’s a certified HeartMath and Wim Hof Method instructor, a Kundalini Yoga teacher, he’s the founder of The Fifth Direction and The Warrior Within, including the Warrior Within Podcast, and he’s the current President of Meditation Australia, alongside being associated with many other interesting and remarkable facets of life.Some of the things we touched on in this conversation include honouring the sacred, the importance of storytelling and mythology, descending into the darkness to come to know ourselves on a deep heart and soul level, we explore some of the ins and outs when it comes to rites of passage, Asher shares some of his own personal experiences that touch on death, dying, health, psych wards, some insights into his journey and his relationship with a rare type of cancer, we talk about heart-based consciousness, shamanism, conspiracy theories, and many other threads of that nature.It was a pleasure to welcome Asher to the show and I trust you’ll find some gemstones in our dialogue to carry with you on your own path forward. Please join our Birdsong and support this remembrance of the sacred ways….Check out the Patreon pageLeave us a review on iTunesConnect on InstagramConnect on FacebookFull Resources & LinksEPISODE NOTES:How to open yourself up to the sacred The power of presenceWhy men need stories and mythology to guide their livesLearning how to tap into the power of storiesUnderstanding the 3 levels of existenceDescending into our darkness to find the truthRites of Passage-Does modern society have rites of passage?How can we improve rites of passage?The 3 key stages in a rite of passageWhy men need mentorsAsher's personal journey from darkness to shamanism, spirituality, and neuroscienceWhy heroes (including us!) need to descend into our darkest moments to find lightTalking about death, dying & griefMeditating with your heartShamanismLearning to deal with fear in this chaotic and unpredictable timeIs our society coming out of isolation too quickly?Why conspiracy theories aren’t the best use of our mindsWhy men should have a stirring in their loins when it comes to the feminine fiction

Asher Packman on the show to open the conversation about men’s wellbeing and introduce openness and connection into the lives of more men. This is important episode, as when it comes to wellbeing practices it is heavily dominated by women. Go to any retreat, yoga class, wellness seminar, mediation event… and you will see that the majority of people in that room are females, and we often wonder what males are doing to look after their mental health. Truth is, the answer for many men unfortunately, is not a lot… and due to the idea that men are generally not as open emotionally as women, it is probably them who need these self-care practices the most. Asher Is Founder and Director, The Fifth Direction a purpose built space that empowers its members to turn inward with meditation and movement. He is also the President, Meditation Australia, and the Founder of a men’s circle called, Warrior Within. Asher is also a regular wellbeing speaker at conferences & retreats and contributes to numerous websites and publications.After a series of significant events in Ashers life, including the diagnosis of a progressive rare blood cancer, it led Asher to shift gears from a very successful corporate career and focus on health and wellbeing. Now a qualified mindset and leadership coach he is a certified HeartMath and Wim Hof Method instructor, as well as a KRI-certified Kundalini Yoga instructor, and has qualifications in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), geobiology, epigenetics and the social psychology of sport.

Today I spoke with a friend that I met on Instagram, Asher Packman. We discuss everything from men's work to mental health, illness, mediation and the human experience. Asher and I chat about how he ended up doing this type of work, the losses he went through and how that grief took a toll on him. We discuss turning inward and how to overcome loss. He shares why you should listen to the messages from the universe and how to use meditation as a tool for your daily life. About Asher Packman: After nearly 20 years working with the world's leading brands as a communications senior executive — both in-house and via his own agency, The Sauce — a series of significant life events led Asher to shift gears. Now a qualified mindset and leadership coach (Diploma of Leadership, Coaching and Mentoring), he is a certified HeartMath and Wim Hof Method instructor, as well as a KRI-certified Kundalini Yoga instructor. He has further qualifications in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), geobiology, epigenetics and the social psychology of sport. The founder of men's circle, Warrior Within, he is a regular speaker and facilitator at conferences and retreats and contributes to numerous sports/lifestyle/health/wellbeing websites and publications. Asher is also the current president of Meditation Australia, the national peak body representing meditation and meditation teachers, and an ambassador for various charities including Love Me Love You, MPNAA and The Resilient Leaders Foundation. A hot air balloon pilot in his younger days, Asher still enjoys watching their colorful display over Melbourne, the birthplace he returned to several years ago after stints in Hong Kong, London and Byron Bay. Connect with Asher: Website: https://www.t5d.com.au Facebook: @thefifthdirection Instagram: @ thefifthdirection_ What You'll Hear: 2:32 A meditation to calm you down 6:09 Why Traver started Man Uncivilized 8:47 Who Asher is and what he is building 10:31 How Asher got to this point in his life 11:35 His struggles with mental health and knowing something wasn't right 12:32 Losing his sister to suicide and how this caused everything to come crumbling down 14:04 His mom's fight with terminal cancer and her decision to give up the battle 14:32 Getting diagnosed with blood cancer and how this has affected him 19:24 Asher's advice for overcoming loss and heartbreak 21:15 The importance of turning the dial inward 24:12 Listening to the messages that the universe is telling you 25:02 Using meditation as a weapon and tool for your daily life 28:32 What got Asher into men's work and realizing that other men felt the same way he did 30:50 The most surprising part about his work with men 34:58 How most men suffer in silence and don't discuss their trauma 39:08 How technology and our current generation affects our mental health as a civilization 41:21 Why you have to go through stuff and learn to get through it 44:11 Finding time in your day to sit still If you look at the civilized work and think, “no thank you,” then you should subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss a single episode! Also, join the uncivilized community and connect with me on my website, Facebook or Instagram so you can join in on our live recordings, ask questions to guests and more.

Asher Packman is one amazing man. In an official cacapity, he is the President of Meditation Australia and the co-founder of The Fifth Direction studio in Melbourne, Australia. Asher is also a certified HeartMath and Wim Hof Method teacher. He has a panoramic understanding of meditaiton and mindfulness with deep knowledge across Buddhism, Shamanism, Kabbalah (stream of Judaism), Kundalini yoga, mythology, poetry, and much more. Asher established a men's circle called 'Warrior Within' which I was a foundation member of and greatly assisted in my own personal development. As such we cover off on many issues relating to men's & mental health but it's not necessarily gender specific. This episode is loaded with insight from start to finish! Enjoy!

Asher is the president of Meditation Australia and a qualified Wim Hof practitioner (among other things). Asher’s passion lies in the “fifth direction” and the healing properties that can be discovered by turning inward.

Today we get our Zen on and talk to Asher Packman. After more than 20 years working with the world’s leading brands as a communications senior executive, a series of significant life events led Asher to shift gears. Now a qualified mindset and leadership coach (Diploma of Leadership, Coaching and Mentoring), he is also a certified HeartMath and Wim Hof Method instructor. He has further qualifications in geobiology, epigenetics and the social psychology of sport. Employing breathwork, meditation and heart-based techniques, Asher also uses Shamanic practices and archetypes to inform his work. Asher is the current president of Meditation Australia, the national peak body representing meditation and meditation teachers. He is dedicated to supporting the industry and playing an active role in growing a local, national and global movement that recognises meditation as an integral part of life.

Ray Good is a Mindfulness, Meditation and Resilience coach helping creatives, high-flyers and entrepreneurs find their Good Place. Ray’s style mixes modern science and eastern philosophy. It’s evidence-based mindfulness and resilience training, backed with 26 years’ experience and the latest scientific research. Ray did his Mindfulness facilitation training at Monash University and completed teacher training with Melbourne Meditation Centre. He’s also a fully-paid member of Meditation Australia…and pretty handy with a turntable. You see, Ray’s got a pretty adventurous story and he shares with me and really delves into the science behind mindfulness. We talk about: -His incredibly interesting journey from world class DJ turned restauranteur turned meditation coach. -What is secular mindfulness? -What happens to our brains during mindfulness meditation -Why so many of the worlds top performers are turning to mindfulness -Why mindfulness is so effective in the workplace -The trends that are driving the explosion mindfulness -The concept of Kindfulness and why we should embrace it into our daily lives For full episode show notes and resources head to mywellnesspie.com/find-your-good-place  

Paul Majewski is a Melbourne based meditation teacher, the director of Meditation Solutions, and the vice president of Meditation Australia, Australia's peak body for meditation teachers. Paul has a long history of both practising and teaching meditation, having taught for well over 20 years. In this episode, Jo and I speak with Paul and learn about his background growing up in Perth, Western Australia. We learn about how he was dissatisfied with the Christianity he was raised with and set on a path of learning about other religions. We hear about how Paul discovered Buddhism, and how meditation helped him with chronic health issues he was facing. We discover how Pauls meditation practice evolved into teaching meditation and his approach to teaching meditation to others. Finally, we ask Paul many questions about Meditation and Mindfulness, including the multiple definitions of the word, and the potential for the confusion this may bring about. Links: Meditation Solutions: https://www.meditationsolutions.com.au/ Mental Health Awareness for Meditation Teachers: https://www.facebook.com/events/518799945251766/ A Potential Answer to the question - "Is Enlightenment Real?" - https://www.facebook.com/BigThinkScience/videos/235803447099448/ Join the Flow Artists Podcast Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1698795386857843/

David Packman is a prominent Melbourne based Meditation guide and Mindset coach. As well as teaching, guiding and speaking around town regularly, he runs regular classes from his own studio The Fifth Direction in Albert Park, Melbourne. David is the current president of Meditation Australia, the national peak body that represents meditation and meditation teachers. I became aware that David was holding a Meditations on Death workshop at A-space studio in Collingwood recently and as you will hear in this episode I have a personal interest in the topic, so I attended. It was a deeply moving experience, and I just knew I had to have David on the Podcast. In this episode, we talk about David's incredible life journey and we end up in a deep discussion on death, how we deny death as individuals and as a culture, and how incredibly unhealthy this is. We talk about how he uses the Wim Hof method to help manage the symptoms of his cancer, and how he incorporates Heartmath and NLP into his work. We also talk about David's role as President of Meditation Australia. Finally, we discuss how we can make the most of every moment of this precious life. Links David Packman's website http://thefifthdirection.com.au/ David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidpackman/ Some of the books that David refers to: Die Wise by Stephen Jenkinson http://amzn.to/2DAfjqP Michael Barbato https://www.deathletterprojects.com/michael-barbato/ Timothy Leary - Design for Dying - http://amzn.to/2HJUxaH Frank Ostaseski - The Five Invitations http://amzn.to/2HHZbWS Pick of the Week: David - Music and the mind - http://thefifthdirection.com.au/ (Under Events) Jo - Hoop Away retreat - http://www.hoopsparx.com/hoopaway Rane - Why Buddhism is True by Robert Wright - http://amzn.to/2GEgadn Theme song is Baby Robots by Ghostsoul and is used with permission - https://ghostsoul.bandcamp.com/

Align with your Soul Potential with Brontë Spicer In this Episode Brontë share her incredible vision that is being realised through the Soul Worker Academy where she trains a worldwide tribe of soul workers. "My life is an inspiration for me but also a model for others" - Brontë Spicer We talked about: what it is to be a Spiritual Entrepreneur stepping from hobby business to Spiritual Entrepreneur what she means by "soul potential" The Soul Method to come back to yourself her inspiration for the Soul Worker Academy and the core philosophy that it embodies - we are all connected and it's safe to lead from your heart her experienced from depression to experiencing magic how we can embrace vulnerability so that we can express our truth the one thing that she wants you to know! "When we unravel, that's when we come back to our soul potential" - Brontë Spicer Brontë's Bio: Brontë is a mentor for Spiritual Entrepreneurs who leads women to their soul potential. She is the Principal of the Soul Worker Academy and trains women to transform their hobby business into a platform where they can share their work globally. Brontë has been teaching for a decade, trains a worldwide tribe of soul workers to action their dreams and facilitates classes, workshops and retreats in Victoria, Australia. She has been interviewed by Australia's most comprehensive natural therapy magazine, Wellbeing Magazine and she is a social media creative for Meditation Australia and the Australian Centre for Holistic Studies. Brontë has an Advanced Certificate in Guiding and Teaching Meditation, she is a qualified Reiki Practitioner and certified Angel Card Reader. She holds a Bachelor Education/Bachelor Sport and Outdoor Recreation (including lifestyle coaching) from Monash University. Connect with Brontë: Book your FREE marketing assessment here (available until end of March 2018) Website Facebook Page Soul Worker Sisterhood Connect with Mitlé Website Facebook Page The Spirited Sisterhood