Podcasts about Mindfulness

Why are young people today reporting the highest levels of anxiety, depression, loneliness, and despair in modern history?Dr. Angela Duckworth is a professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania and one of the world's leading voices on grit, self-control, and the science of thriving. In this conversation with Dr. Michael Gervais, Angela reflects on how her thinking about grit has evolved, where it's often misunderstood, and why perseverance without purpose can become harmful instead of helpful.They explore what excellence really looks like behind the scenes. Not the highlight reel, but the long stretch of deliberate practice and repeated effort that most people never see. Angela also reframes passion as something that develops over time, and offers a practical lens for staying committed when enthusiasm fades and outcomes take longer than expected.The conversation expands beyond performance into family life and parenting. They examine the cultural forces shaping today's youth: the rise of social media, the erosion of in-person connection, the displacement of nature, and the unintended consequences of modern parenting. Angela shares what the data actually shows about the mental health crisis, and what we as parents, educators, and leaders can do about it. In this episode, you'll learn:What grit really is, and what it isn't Why excellence comes from high-quality practice over timeHow passion develops slowly, and why it can be treated like a skillHow to stay committed when motivation fadesWhy environments shape kids more than pressure doesWhy young people's happiness has sharply declined since 2010What the research says about anxiety, depression, and loneliness in Gen ZHow screens and social disconnection may be reshaping well-beingPractical ways parents can create environments where kids can truly thrive________________________________________________________Links & ResourcesSubscribe to our Youtube Channel for more conversations at the intersection of high performance, leadership, and wellbeing: https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMasteryGet exclusive discounts and support our amazing sponsors! Go to: https://findingmastery.com/sponsors/Subscribe to the Finding Mastery newsletter for weekly high performance insights: https://www.findingmastery.com/newsletter Download Dr. Mike's Morning Mindset Routine: findingmastery.com/morningmindset Follow on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and XDavid Blanchflower Article: Blanchflower DG, Bryson A, Xu X (2025) “The declining mental health of the young and the global disappearance of the unhappiness hump shape in age.” https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0327858See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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10-Minute Morning Reset: A Guided Meditation for Clarity and Inner PeaceStop for just a second. If you've woken up today feeling like your mind is racing or you're stuck in an exhaustive loop of overthinking, this moment is for you. In today's session, we shift the metric of success from what you produce to how you feel, practicing the deep truth that you are not your thoughts—you are the observer listening to them.This 10-minute morning reset is a safe haven for stress management and emotional well-being. Whether you are seeking mindfulness for beginners, deep anxiety relief, or a way to set daily intentions for inner peace, this practice helps you move from reactive chaos into a magnetic state of ease and success in our fast-paced 2026 world.What You'll Experience:Physical Anchoring: A guided practice to drop into your body and release the weight of gravity from your shoulders.Vagus Nerve Hack: Learn the "double inhale" technique to instantly signal safety to your brain and turn off the panic response.Somatic Release: A progressive body scan to soften tension in the eyes, jaw, and chest.The River Visualization: Learn to observe anxious thoughts like leaves on a river—watching them drift away without being swept into the current.Primary Affirmation: Strengthening the mind with the powerful intent: "I am honoring my capacity, not just my output".Episode Timestamps:[0:00] – Hook: Reclaiming your space from overthinking.[1:31] – Breathing Exercise: Dropping the physical anchor.[2:58] – Vagus Nerve Hack: The double inhale for nervous system regulation.[4:03] – Body Scan: Softening the vessel of anxiety.[5:59] – Visualization: Sitting on the bank of the wide, gentle river.[7:14] – Affirmations: Honoring your capacity and vitality.[10:41] – 3 Caring Tips: Practical tools for a positive life.3 Caring Tips for a Happier Life:The Labeling Technique: When spiraling, say, "I am having a thought about my output" to break the spell of reality.The One-Minute Wait: Pause for 60 seconds before accepting new requests to check your emotional capacity.Glimmer Hunting: Intentionally look for three tiny moments of safety—like a patch of sunlight—to retrain your brain for peace.Join the Community of Calm: If this session helped you find your center, please subscribe and hit the notification bell. Make mindfulness a part of your daily routine and take back your life in 2026..Smile often, stay positive, and to your beautiful soul—be kind..

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Hannah Cross is a licensed clinical social worker, devoted to helping people with emotional and behavioral concerns. The way she approaches her work is rooted in a life-changing early job, one she almost didn't take — at a youth incarceration center. Working with these young people, she comes to realize that while the textbook approach might sometimes fail, there's a reliable healing power in a simple, loving presence. This insight helps her see her own younger self anew, and embrace her past.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Why do people committed to their spiritual growth end up vulnerable to harmful cult dynamics?Matthew Remski breaks down the mechanics of spiritual manipulation and why loneliness, economic instability, and the search for meaning create the perfect conditions for high-demand groups to thrive. This conversation doesn't dismiss spiritual seeking—it sharpens your ability to discern genuine teachers from manipulative ones.What you'll learn:Why isolation makes you vulnerable to manipulationHow charismatic leaders exploit confusion about meaningThe difference between a teacher and a predatorMatthew Remski is co-host of Conspirituality Podcast and author of the forthcoming Anti-Fascist Dad. He spent years inside two high-demand spiritual groups and now investigates cult dynamics in yoga, wellness, and New Age communities.A note from Melissa: Matthew and I don't land in the same place spiritually. I have a healthy skepticism, but I've also found real healing in spiritual work and I don't lead with suspicion the way he does. That said, his analysis of manipulation tactics is sharp and worth hearing—especially if you're building a spiritual practice in a world full of people selling salvation.Find Matthew's podcasts Conspirituality and Anti-Fascist Dad and all links at: mindlove.com/441Want to sharpen your discernment with others navigating the same questions? Join the free Mind Love Collective for monthly themed calls and weekly challenge accountability. mindlove.com/joinSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cuidar tu salud es hacer ejercicio, pero hay que saber cuál es tu nivel de exigencia. Hoy la entrenadora fitness Glow Castillo te trae sus mejores consejos para que el ejercicio sea revitalizante y no genere un estrés adicional. ¡Vibrar en amor y amistad es encontrar el verdadero Placer de Vivir! Escúchanos y comparte este contenido de Uforia Podcasts, un ser amado te lo va a agradecer.¿Cómo te sentiste al escuchar este Episodio? Déjanos tus comentarios, suscríbete y cuéntanos cuáles otros temas te gustaría escuchar en #porelplacerdevivir 

El esposo de nuestra oyente es manipulador y mandón. Ella lo confronta, pero siente que la situación ya llegó a su límite. ¿Qué le recomendó el Dr. César Lozano?¡Vibrar en amor y amistad es encontrar el verdadero Placer de Vivir! Escúchanos y comparte este contenido de Uforia Podcasts, un ser amado te lo va a agradecer.¿Cómo te sentiste al escuchar este Episodio? Déjanos tus comentarios, suscríbete y cuéntanos cuáles otros temas te gustaría escuchar en #porelplacerdevivir 

Finding tranquility in a busy world shouldn't be another task on your to-do list. This episode of Calming Anxiety offers a 10-minute somatic reset designed to help you transition from "optimization mode" to a state of restorative peace.Overcome Stress and Reclaim Your Inner PeaceIn this guided session, we practice glimmer hunting—the mindful art of noticing micro-moments of safety and joy, such as the warmth of a morning coffee or a patch of golden sunlight. By shifting your focus from external triggers to internal safety, you can effectively retrain your nervous system to choose calm over panic.Inside This 10-Minute Mindfulness Session:The Double Inhale Technique: Learn the fastest, science-backed breathing method to hack your nervous system and instantly turn off the panic response.Progressive Somatic Release: A guided body scan to identify where the day has "clenched" and manually release tension from your jaw, shoulders, and core.Daily Affirmations for Worthiness: Deepen your subconscious belief in your own value with our daily intention: "I am open to the good that is here".3 Practical Caring Tips: Actionable advice on setting "glimmer goals," using the "somatic shake" to discharge physical stress, and protecting your mental health with a 10-minute morning digital fast.Why Listen to Calming Anxiety?Whether you are a beginner to meditation or seeking deep anxiety relief, this podcast provides a sanctuary for your consciousness. Join our community of over 10 million downloads as we set daily intentions for clarity, balance, and self-worth.Take a breath. Honor all that you are. And as always, be kind

Esta es una sesión de Medita Conmigo Comunidad, si quieres sumarte a las meditaciones semanales en vivo visita: https://www.mardelcerro.com/comunidadEleva tu energía y transforma tus días con tu nuevo DIARIO DE GRATITUD, descárgalo completamente gratis aquí: https://www.mardelcerro.com/gratitudSankalpa es una intención profunda que nace del corazón y se sostiene más allá de las circunstancias. Proviene de la tradición del yoga y la meditación, y se refiere a una afirmación consciente que ancla quién eliges ser, incluso en momentos de cambio, incertidumbre o transformación. Esta es una meditación guiada grabada en vivo dentro de la Comunidad, un espacio íntimo de presencia, calma y conexión, donde exploramos el poder de dejar de hacer desde la prisa para habitar el ser, fortalecer la identidad, cultivar claridad interior y volver a nuestro centro con conciencia, compasión y propósito.

This guided meditation takes us through different ways of observing the mind, first examining its ever-present parts: perception, feeling, will, and awareness. Then we explore the nature of subjective reality itself by asking what is the mind without thoughts? Where is the space of our consciousness? And, how finely can we slice moments of consciousness? Do we ever arrive at a quantum of consciousness?Episode 7. Guided Meditation: What Is the Mind?Themes:Watching your thoughtsFree willWhat is consciousnessFinding peaceMind-body connectionBuddhist philosophyCultivating joyWatch the episode on our YouTube channelIf you'd like to practice with others and bring these ideas into your life, join our weekly meditation community with Scott.

In this solo episode, Christina Lecuyer opens up about the internal tension so many of us feel but rarely name. The pull between the driven high achieving version of ourselves and the compassionate side that wants more ease, clarity, and alignment.Drawing from both personal experience and what she sees with clients, Christina dives into the patterns that quietly shape our lives. The stories we repeat. The habits we defend. The identities we hold onto even when they are no longer serving us. She shares why real change requires more than motivation and why taking full responsibility for your life can be both confronting and incredibly freeing.She also speaks candidly about the current state of social media, the rapid rise of AI, and why authenticity and genuine human connection matter now more than ever.If you have been feeling stuck, ready for a shift, or questioning the version of yourself you are living from, this episode will challenge your thinking and invite you into a deeper level of self leadership.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox about what you'd like us to talk about that will help you realize that at any moment, any day, you too can decide, it's your turn! 

The Lunar New Year marks a turning — a gentle invitation to begin again.In this week's episode, Natalie explores a quiet, powerful truth: hope is the ability to take one more step. Not a leap. Not a perfect plan. Just one small, steady movement forward.Through calming breath work and full-body relaxation, you'll be guided to soften the body, settle the mind, and reconnect to your inner steadiness. This practice isn't about forcing optimism. It's about finding enough space inside yourself to keep going — even tenderly, even slowly.If this year has felt heavy, uncertain, or overwhelming, let this be your pause. Your reset. Your reminder that hope doesn't have to be loud to be real.Sometimes hope is simply choosing to take one more breath.One more step.And beginning again.Support the Smith FamilySeveral people have asked how to support our family during this time. For those who wish, a link is included below. Please know there is no expectation — your care and presence already mean so much.https://givesendgo.com/SmithfamilysatxSend a textWanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comThe theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other original yoga-inspired compositions by visiting bio.site/mcrworks. For the latest updates on upcoming events featuring his live music for yoga and meditation, be sure to follow @maryogamusic on Instagram.

This guided meditation was recorded live inside the Mindful FIRE Legends community. Adam Coelho first helps you settle into the present moment with the breath, then guides you through a powerful visualization of your ideal future, five years from now, where work is optional and you have the freedom to choose how you spend your days.In this meditation, you'll:Settle your mind and body with a calm, steady breath practiceNotice what's present with kind, curious awarenessVisualize your “work-optional” future and the life you're building towardGet clear on what you want your days to feel like, who you want to be with, and what lights you upClose by bringing the vision back with you as a living, evolving directionWant to join live meditations like this?These guided meditations happen inside the Mindful FIRE Legends community, alongside people on the path to financial independence who are connecting, supporting each other, and building this life together.Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community: https://mindfulfire.org/joinJoin the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.PS: Introducing the…

This week's episode is an inquiry into our concepts of time and space. We can be very devoted to our belief in time and space, to the point that we begin to see ourselves as dependent on it. The body may be subject to the rules of time and space, but is the body you? Or are you the awareness that the experience of the body is located in? That pure awareness, as Tom puts it, is the location for everything. An analogy for that pure awareness that we are is light; light has no texture, no substance. Objects can come into the light to be reflected and therefore experienced. We can often get caught up in identifying with the object being reflected in the light, but who we really are is the pure light – the pure awareness that has room for everything.

Connect with God — on Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. Use this biblical meditation, narrated by Melissa Disney, to center yourself on the truth in God's word. Are you struggling to find hope? Meditate on Romans 15:4. Allow the music & nature sounds, deep breathing, prayer, and scripture help you connect with God in a new way. For a 30 day free trial of our premium ad-free content, your trusted friend for meditation is right here: https://abide.com/peace Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Ever wish your inner critic would finally give you a break? Sean Fargo closes our seven-day journey by teaching a simple, reliable practice that replaces self-attack with grounded compassion. We start where warmth is easiest—thinking of someone or an animal that naturally opens the heart—then repeat four steady phrases: may you be safe, may you be healthy, may you be happy, may you live with ease. From that genuine warmth, we turn the same phrases inward and, yes, even toward the inner critic itself.Across this guided session, we explore why loving-kindness is more than feel-good language; it's a trainable response that reshapes the brain and nervous system. By pairing intention with repetition, the practice becomes a habit you can call on the next time you make a mistake, fall short of a goal, or feel the urge to spiral. Sean offers practical cues—eyes open or closed, breath linked to phrases, starting with an easy person—to make the ritual stick without forcing emotion. You'll learn how wishing safety and ease disarms shame, how happiness loosens perfectionism, and how ease keeps problem-solving clear and creative.We also step into the advanced edge: extending goodwill to the parts we resist—the inner critic and even people we dislike. This move isn't about excusing harm; it's about reducing inner conflict so you can set boundaries without carrying the weight of resentment. Listeners often report less rumination, faster repair after missteps, and a gentler, more courageous approach to growth. By the end, you'll have a compact script you can use anytime to soften harsh self-talk and build resilience from the inside out.If this practice helps, subscribe, share the episode with a friend who needs a kinder inner voice, and leave a review to tell us which phrase landed most for you.Support the showCertify To Teach Mindfulness: Certify.MindfulnessExercises.com Email: Sean@MindfulnessExercises.com Mindfulness Exercises with Sean Fargo is a practical, grounded mindfulness podcast for people who want meditation to actually help in real life. Hosted by Sean Fargo — a former Buddhist monk, mindfulness teacher, and founder of MindfulnessExercises.com — this podcast explores how mindfulness can support mental health, emotional regulation, trauma sensitivity, chronic pain, leadership, creativity, and meaningful work. Each episode offers a mix of: Practical mindfulness and meditation teachings Conversations with respected meditation teachers, clinicians, authors, and researchers Real-world insights for therapists, coaches, yoga teachers, educators, and caregivers Gentle reflections for anyone navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, grief, or change If you're interested in: Mindfulness meditation for everyday life Trauma-sensitive and compassion-based practices Teaching mindfulness in an authentic, non-performative way Deepening your own practice while supporting others …you're in the right place. Learn more at MindfulnessExercises.com.

Emotional eating after bariatric surgery can feel overwhelming, confusing, and deeply personal. In this powerful support group session, we explore DBT skills for emotional eating and how Dialectical Behavior Therapy can help you build a healthier relationship with food without shame, guilt, or restriction. If you struggle with food cravings, stress eating, binge tendencies, or feeling out of control around food, this discussion provides practical tools you can begin using immediately. In this episode we cover: • What is DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and how it applies to weight loss surgery patients • Mindfulness techniques to identify physical hunger vs emotional triggers • Emotional regulation skills to manage stress, anxiety, sadness, and boredom without using food • Distress tolerance tools and "urge surfing" strategies for intense cravings • How to respond to emotional triggers without restriction or self-sabotage • Building awareness to support long-term bariatric success Whether you are pre-op, post-op VSG, gastric bypass, revision surgery, or on a GLP-1 medication, these DBT skills are essential for sustainable weight management and mental health support. This session is led by: Anisa Grantham, LPC, MAC Georgia-licensed psychotherapist, Master Addictions Counselor, Bariatric Life Coach, and long-term weight loss surgery patient with over 30 years of experience in emotional wellness, food addiction recovery, and behavioral change. Brenda Hoehn MSN, BSN, RN, CHTP Bariatric nurse, certified life coach, Healing Touch practitioner, and VSG patient (2013). Brenda works with ProCare Health providing bariatric support groups, education, and nutritional guidance for patients nationwide. We also share information about ProCare Health bariatric vitamins, patient resources, and how to access ongoing support groups and free samples. If you are looking for: ✔ Emotional eating help ✔ Bariatric therapy tools ✔ DBT skills explained simply ✔ Support group guidance for weight loss surgery ✔ Practical coping strategies for cravings ✔ Long-term bariatric success tips This video is for you.   Shop Vitamins and Supplements: https://procarenow.com/   Check out our Event Hub for listings of Bari Connected LIVE Events and Support Groups!   Find Upcoming Support Groups: https://procarenow.com/pages/support-group-hub   Handouts and Resources From Support Groups: https://procarenow.com/pages/support-group-handouts   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bari Connected Replays!   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh-56bPUphp4gQSM_3ZXKxQ    Join our Bari Connected Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/857060146125284     Want more ProCare Health Vitamins and Supplements? Follow us on these channels!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/procarenow   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procarenow/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procarenow     How to Find Anisa Grantham: Website: https://anisagrantham.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anisa-grantham-344ba984/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063815957370   Join Anisa's DBT Skills Coaching Group for Emotional Eating – 12 weeks: https://anisagrantham.com/product/dbt-skills-coaching-group-for-emotional-eating/   Anisa is an Affiliate of ProCare Health products- to save 10% on orders: CODE: ANISAGRANTHAM Link: https://procarenow.com/?ref=IDvE9SXlo-lp1&utm_source=affiliate

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Monkeying Around: Finding Tranquility in Unexpected Ways Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-17-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の雪がしんしんと降る朝、隠れた寺院は静寂に包まれていた。En: On a morning when snow fell silently in Kyoto, a hidden temple was enveloped in silence.Ja: 寺院の一角では、若い僧侶のソラが、凍えるような寒さの中で静かに座っていた。En: In one corner of the temple, a young monk named Sora quietly sat amid the freezing cold.Ja: ソラの心は集中を求めていた。En: Sora's mind was seeking concentration.Ja: 彼の目標は、瞑想の達人スキルを先生に見せることだった。En: His goal was to show his meditation mastery skills to his teacher.Ja: しかし、小さなおサルのいたずらが彼の前に立ちはだかった。En: However, the antics of a small monkey stood in his way.Ja: サルはソラの袈裟を引っ張ったり、彼の周りを飛び回ったりした。En: The monkey pulled on Sora's robe and jumped around him.Ja: ソラは目を閉じて落ち着こうとしたが、サルはますますしつこくなるばかりだった。En: Sora tried to calm himself by closing his eyes, but the monkey only became more persistent.Ja: その様子を見て、寺院の友人ヒロとミカは、楽しそうに笑っていた。En: Watching the scene, Sora's friends Hiro and Mika laughed merrily.Ja: 「ソラ、大丈夫？」とヒロがからかう。En: "Sora, are you all right?" Hiro teased.Ja: 「サルの友達ができたね！」とミカも冗談を言った。En: "You've made a new monkey friend!" Mika joked.Ja: ソラはため息をつき、少し考えた。En: Sora sighed and thought for a moment.Ja: 「そうだ、今日は節分だ！」ソラは急いで立ち上がり、寺院の一角にある小さな収納箱から豆を取り出した。En: "That's it, today is Setsubun!" Sora quickly stood up and took out beans from a small storage box in a corner of the temple.Ja: 豆を持って、ソラは提案した。「これを使ってみよう。En: Holding the beans, Sora proposed, "Let's use these.Ja: サルを驚かせて追い払おう。」En: We can scare the monkey away."Ja: ソラは豆を手に持ち、意を決してサルに向かって豆を投げた。En: Sora held the beans in his hand and, with determination, threw them at the monkey.Ja: しかし、サルは俊敏だった。En: However, the monkey was nimble.Ja: 驚いたことに、サルはすばやく動いて豆の袋ごと奪い去ってしまった。En: To his surprise, the monkey swiftly moved and snatched away the entire bag of beans.Ja: 「まさか！」ソラはあ然とした。En: "Unbelievable!" Sora was astonished.Ja: ヒロとミカは大笑いし始めた。En: Hiro and Mika began to laugh out loud.Ja: ソラもやがて笑い出した。En: Sora eventually started laughing too.Ja: 「本当に困ったサルだね。En: "What a troublesome monkey.Ja: でも、もしかしたら、これも心の安らぎを見つけるための一部かもしれない。」En: But perhaps this is also part of finding peace of mind."Ja: こうして、ソラは思った。状況に埋め尽くされた中で、時には柔軟性と軽やかさが、静けさや安らぎを見つける鍵になることもある。En: Sora thought about how sometimes, amidst being overwhelmed by situations, it is flexibility and lightheartedness that can be the key to finding tranquility and peace.Ja: 笑いの共感の中で、ソラは新しい考え方を身につけることができた。En: Through shared laughter, Sora was able to adopt a new way of thinking.Ja: 雪は静かに降り続き、寺院にはほんの少しの笑い声が響いた。En: The snow continued to fall silently, and a little laughter echoed in the temple.Ja: ソラ、ヒロ、ミカは再び一緒に座り、今度はすべてを受け入れる心の安らぎを見つけようとした。En: Sora, Hiro, and Mika sat together again, this time seeking an accepting peace of mind. Vocabulary Words:silently: しんしんとenveloped: 包まれていたconcentration: 集中mastery: 達人antics: いたずらrobe: 袈裟nimble: 俊敏astonished: あ然としたfrozen: 凍えるようなgoal: 目標persistent: しつこくなるlaughter: 笑いtranquility: 安らぎscenario: 様子overwhelmed: 埋め尽くされたflexibility: 柔軟性lightheartedness: 軽やかさtranquility: 静けさskill: スキルunbelievable: まさかamazed: 驚いたswiftly: すばやくsnatched: 奪い去ったproposal: 提案determine: 意を決してechoed: 響いたseeking: 求めていたoccasion: 節分adopted: 身につけたcorner: 一角

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Lastimosamente muchas personas han padecido este flagelo en silencio y no saben cómo afrontarlo. El Dr. Cesar Lozano tiene una recomendación que puede hacer la diferencia en este difícil momento. ¡Vibrar en amor y amistad es encontrar el verdadero Placer de Vivir! Escúchanos y comparte este contenido de Uforia Podcasts, un ser amado te lo va a agradecer.¿Cómo te sentiste al escuchar este Episodio? Déjanos tus comentarios, suscríbete y cuéntanos cuáles otros temas te gustaría escuchar en #porelplacerdevivir 

La felicidad se puede medir y está comprobado. ¿Quieres saber cómo? La experta en estudios de la Felicidad, Nancy Moya, habla sobre la esta emoción en el trabajo y en la vida. ¡Vibrar en amor y amistad es encontrar el verdadero Placer de Vivir! Escúchanos y comparte este contenido de Uforia Podcasts, un ser amado te lo va a agradecer.¿Cómo te sentiste al escuchar este Episodio? Déjanos tus comentarios, suscríbete y cuéntanos cuáles otros temas te gustaría escuchar en #porelplacerdevivir 

Calming Anxiety: Guided Meditation & Mindfulness for Mental FitnessDo you feel like your mind is a browser with far too many tabs open? Are you stuck in a loop of overthinking, rehearsing disasters, or feeling the weight of mid-winter burnout? Welcome to Calming Anxiety, your daily sanctuary for anxiety relief, inner peace, and somatic resets.Hosted by Martin, a clinical hypnotherapist, this podcast provides professional-grade guided meditations designed to manually turn off the stress switch and retrain your nervous system. Whether you are seeking mindfulness for beginners, burnout prevention, or deep relaxation, each 10-minute episode helps you set daily intentions for success and reclaim your mental space.Why listen to Calming Anxiety?Somatic Healing: Use proven techniques like the "Double Inhale" to hack the vagus nerve and stop the panic response instantly.Daily Affirmations: Strengthen your subconscious with powerful intentions like "My peace is my priority" to build long-term winter resilience.Practical Mindfulness: Every episode concludes with 3 Caring Tips—practical, real-world tools to maintain your "shield of warmth" throughout the day.A Community of Calm: Join a global audience dedicated to manifestation, self-love, and positive energy.With a catalog of over 2,000 sessions, make mindfulness a core part of your 2026 routine. From sleep rescue and dopamine resets to boundary setting and emotional fitness, we provide the tools to help you stop absorbing the chaos and start observing it.Subscribe now to step out of the river of overthinking and back into control. Protect your energy, find your glimmer, and remember: to your beautiful self, be kind.

There's a version of love many of us were trained into: the kind you earn. Be agreeable, be impressive, don't need too much, don't make waves. When belonging becomes conditional, love becomes performance, and shame becomes the inner enforcer that keeps you “good,” useful, and exhausted.In Episode 2, Vanessa Bennett, LMFT explores how conditional belonging turns intimacy into obedience and management, why being “low maintenance” is often a survival strategy, and how over-attunement (often mislabeled as being an “empath”) can be a trauma response rooted in vigilance. You'll learn the difference between healthy empathy vs trauma empathy, how to spot the somatic signs you're performing safety, and two experiments to move from performance to presence: the pause and one honest sentence.If this landed, follow the show, share it, and leave a rating or review.Additional ResourcesExplore: VanessaBennett.comBook: The Motherhood MythCommunity: Inner Compass CollectiveTraining: Inner Compass AcademyConnect with Inner CompassFollow on InstagramConnect with Vanessa Bennett:Follow on InstagramFollow on TikTokLearn more on SubstackConnect with Vanessa Bennett on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is a rich and timely conversation about how we relate to what we know in an age of constant change and AI.My guest is Dr. Laila Marouf, a former academic who spent more than two decades researching and teaching knowledge management before having a powerful realization during the early months of the pandemic: the systems and structures she'd been focused on were designed for stable times, not for the uncertainty and disruption we're all living through now.Out of that insight, she developed the concept of knowledge mindfulness - a more human, integrated approach that connects what we know (our “knowing”) with how we show up (our “being”) and the choices we make (our “doing”), all within the real context of our lives and work.In this episode, you'll hear:The difference between traditional knowledge management and knowledge mindfulnessWhy knowledge isn't something to hoard as an asset, but a living system that needs to be nurtured and sharedHow to navigate the “fog” of uncertainty with small, thoughtful steps instead of searching for one big, perfect answerThe role of trusted others, wisdom, and unity in a world where AI can outperform us on information and efficiencyWe also talk about what this means for your leadership, your business, and your life, especially if you've been feeling like you're on a treadmill, craving more meaning, spaciousness, and alignment in how you work and live.About My Guest: Dr. Laila Marouf is Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer of Knowledge Mindfulness LLC. , an organization dedicated to evolving leaders' knowledge maturity to achieve holistic success through the use of Knowledge Mindfulness approach and strategy. Dr. Marouf has a PhD in information science with a focus on knowledge management. From there, she has embarked on a long career as a professor, researcher, consultant, and academic leader. In her book “Knowledge Mindfulness: The Interconnections that Help Leaders Transform Their Business and Life,” Dr. Marouf presents a transformative new approach to knowledge management for both individuals and organizations. Applying cutting-edge research from the worlds of business, economics, psychology, neuroscience, and the social sciences, she reveals more holistic, effective, and humane ways of harnessing knowledge to build trusting relationships and drive positive and responsible impact. About Us: The Speaking Your Brand podcast is hosted by Carol Cox. At Speaking Your Brand, we help women entrepreneurs and professionals clarify their brand message and story, create their signature talks, and develop their thought leadership platforms. Our mission is to get more women in positions of influence and power because it's through women's stories, voices, and visibility that we challenge the status quo and change existing systems. Check out our coaching programs at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com. Links:Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/460/ Laila's website: https://knowledgemindfulness.com/ Laila's book “Knowledge Mindfulness: The Interconnections That Help Leaders Transform Their Business and Life”: https://www.amazon.com/Knowledge-Mindfulness-Interconnections-Transform-Business-ebook/dp/B0CFGBWZ75/ Discover your Speaker Archetype by taking our free quiz at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/quiz/Apply for our Thought Leader Academy = https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/academy/ Connect on LinkedIn:Carol Cox = https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcoxDr. Laila Marouf (guest) = https://www.linkedin.com/in/laila-marouf/ Related Podcast Episodes:Episode 458: Same Message, Different Medium, Different StrategyEpisode 392: Why I No Longer "Teach from the Stage"Episode 382: 3 Signs You're Stuck in the Expert Trap with Your Public Speaking

On this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly reflects on what would have been her mother's 95th birthday and the years lost not only at the end of her life, but throughout decades spent in active addiction. With compassion and clarity, she explores the difference between alcohol dependence and alcohol reliance, and why that distinction matters more than most people realize.Drawing from her recent conversation with Dr. Charles Knowles , Molly breaks down the difference between the small percentage of adults who are physically dependent on alcohol and the much larger group who fall into gray area drinking or alcohol reliance. She explains how neuroadaptation occurs over time, how reinforced thought patterns shape behavior, and why learned helplessness can quietly keep people stuck.This episode is not about blame. It is about progression, influence, and the hopeful reality that most people questioning their drinking are not powerless. Through science, reflection, and practical questions, Molly invites listeners to examine the beliefs that may be giving alcohol more authority than it actually has.In This Episode:Reflecting on the years lost to active addictionThe difference between alcohol dependence and alcohol relianceThe 2 to 3 percent statistic on physical dependenceThe 20 percent gray area drinking categoryHow neuroadaptation and tolerance develop over timeDopamine as a learning signal, not just a pleasure chemicalCue conditioning and incentive salienceThe psychology of learned helplessnessWhy belief shapes behavior and behavior reinforces beliefAlcohol's health risks, including cancer and sleep disruptionWhy low risk drinking guidelines reduce harm, not riskThe importance of examining your belief system around alcoholKey Takeaways:Physical dependence develops gradually through repeated reinforcement and neuroadaptation.Most people questioning their drinking are not physically dependent but are operating in reinforced patterns.Alcohol influences the brain but does not automatically remove agency unless long term dependence has shifted the baseline.Beliefs such as “Once I start, I can't stop” can strengthen neural expectation and reduce effort.Small cognitive shifts precede behavioral shifts, and repeated behavior reshapes the brain.Questions to Reflect On This Week:What belief about alcohol might you be carrying that deserves closer examination?Is there a sentence you repeat internally such as “I need it to relax” or “It helps me connect” that feels solid and unquestioned?What might happen if you approached that belief with curiosity rather than judgment?What is one small step you can take this week to observe rather than act automatically?Resources Mentioned:Molly's interview with Dr. Charles Knowles Alcohol Truths: How Much Is Too Much?If you are questioning your relationship with alcohol, remember that awareness is the first step. Change does not require a dramatic declaration. It begins with curiosity, clarity, and small shifts practiced steadily over time.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

In the final episode of this six-part series, Rabbi Josh Feigelson reflects on truth, trust, and responsibility in today's overwhelming news landscape. Exploring the danger of “spiritual bypass,” he draws on the Jewish concept of emet (truth) to show how mindfulness can ground us — not to escape the world, but to engage it with clarity and care. Be in touch at josh@unpacked.media. This episode is sponsored by Jonathan and Kori Kalafer and the Somerset Patriots: The Bridgewater, NJ-based AA Affiliate of the New York Yankees. --------------- This podcast is brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media Brand.For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Stars of David with Elon Gold⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Unpacking Israeli History⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wondering Jews

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Happy Day, Friend!This is the last episode of Mind Declutter. I hope you enjoy the short reflections. Thank you so much for tuning in and listening over the years. I appreciate you. Remember, take time to pause, breath, and reflect. Until next chapter, keep shining out there!  ~ Athea Connect with me on IG, FB, X, and LinkedIn: @atheadavis or www.atheadavis.com

Connect with God — on Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. Use this biblical meditation, narrated by Tyler Boss, to center yourself on the truth in God's word. Let God give you His perfect peace. Meditate on Psalm 50:15. Allow the music & nature sounds, deep breathing, prayer, and scripture help you connect with God in a new way. For a 30 day free trial of our premium ad-free content, your trusted friend for meditation is right here: https://abide.com/peace Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Diets can be a reminder of what no can feel like. The issue occurs that over time a no somatically gets connected with deprivation and restriction. So when you really don't want to eat something, a no sends your body into a survival response. It can feel like you're not allowed to say no because now all you feel is tight, tense, and constricted. And then anti diet culture swoops in and tells you that you're allowed to eat and to eat everything and this can push you further away from listening to what would resonate most with you. What I find is missing from this process is updating your body that all responses are safe. Yes, no, and maybe. In this week's episode, I chat with Dr. Alexandra Gajer, founder of The Gajer Practice and board-certified physician, about: Her disillusionment with conventional medicineThe role of gut health in well beingSimplifying nutrition and movementThe overlooked crucial importance of sleepCreating evening rituals for better sleep Building habits that care for you and your bodyYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/simplifying-nutrition-and-movementEnjoy this week's episode and "see" you all next week! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Dr. Gajer: Website: https://thegajerpractice.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGajerPractice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegajerpractice/   Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.benso...

In this week's More Yourself episode, I'm sharing something that's felt really present for me lately, inspired by an email I received from Dr Megan Anna Neff: the challenge of engaging in mindfulness on the go with a brain that can't slow down.We're often told about the benefits of mindfulness, but for those of us with ADHD, being still, clearing our minds, and “just breathing” can feel almost impossible. And instead of feeling calm, we're left feeling like we've failed at yet another task that we've set out for ourselves.So in this episode, I wanted to share a different perspective. Rather than trying to force our brains to use techniques that don't align with our brains, we can take time to explore mindfulness and find tools that are softer, more compassionate, and made for ADHD brains.Inside the episode, I explore:Why traditional mindfulness can feel inaccessible for ADHD and what to try insteadHow overthinking, anxiety, judgment and rumination pull us out of being presentThe power of validating your emotions instead of trying to ignore or quiet themTools for grounding in overwhelming moments without forcing yourself to be stillHow to name, accept, and respond to what your nervous system is truly asking forThis conversation is here to remind you that mindfulness doesn't have to look like silence or stillness. It can be a gentle walk, a sensory moment with essential oils, a few deep breaths in between tasks, or even just noticing how you're feeling, with kindness.Timestamps:00:30 - Mindfulness for ADHD01:02 - Understanding Mindfulness in Neurodivergent Minds07:22 - Recognising Overwhelm and Taking a Pause11:41 - Grounding Techniques for Anxiety14:08 - Reimagining Mindfulness Practices17:09 - Mindfulness and Self-CompassionJoin the More Yourself Community - the doors are now open!More Yourself is a compassionate space for late-diagnosed ADHD women to connect, reflect, and come home to who they really are. Sign up here!Inside the More Yourself Membership, you'll be able to:Connect with like-minded women who understand youLearn from guest experts and practical toolsReceive compassionate prompts & gentle remindersEnjoy voice-note encouragement from KateJoin flexible meet-ups and mentoring sessionsAccess on-demand workshops and quarterly guest expert sessionsTo join for £26 a month, click here. To join for £286 for a year (a whole month free!), click here.We'll also be walking through The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit together, exploring nervous system regulation, burnout recovery, RSD, joy, hormones, and self-trust, so the book comes alive in a supportive...

Mindfulness for pain isn't candles and breathing apps.It's measurable, mechanism-based analgesia.In this episode, we break down what the neuroscience actually shows about mindfulness and pain modulation—and why it works through pathways completely independent of opioids.You'll learn:How mindfulness decouples sensation from suffering (insula vs. prefrontal activity)Why “trying to relax” can backfire—and what to cue insteadHow thalamic gating may reduce nociceptive input before conscious processingThe role of predictive processing and reduced anticipatory threat (amygdala + salience network)How shifting from narrative mode to experiential mode changes painWhy mindfulness still works even when endogenous opioids are blockedHow improved interoception supports emotional regulation in chronic painThis is not about turning your clinic into an eight-week meditation program. It's about understanding the mechanisms so you can apply brief, practical strategies in real sessions.If you work with complex or persistent pain, this reframes mindfulness as a clinical skill—not a wellness add-on.Subscribe so you don't miss Part Two, where we cover the dose-response data and the minimum effective dose.*********************************************************************

Let's talk about how to have conversations with your loved ones about your new eating and lifestyle habits to encourage their support of you on this journey.Click on the link below for the full list, explanation with links to access the apps! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QlUh5G72UkUq2McLd2I6ra6D6fFGVosqgXyFDlI2fu4/edit?usp=sharing Schedule a FREE Discovery Call with me here:https://yourlifenutrition.org/nutrition-coaching-application/.Come join our private accountability group, the Goal Getters Group, for all things health, wellness & nutrition! You'll get sample weekly meal plans, recipes, weekly group coaching calls and access to our exclusive Blood Sugar, Wellness, Mindfulness & Movement Challenges to help support you and keep you accountable on your health & nutrition journey AND get access to private messaging with me, your dietitian!Click the link below to join the Goal Getters Group today!https://your-life-nutrition-goal-getters.mn.co/plans/1821314?bundle_token=1724009ab3ed355237fdeeebd2fe1d9f&utm_source=manual.For health & nutrition tips, recipes & more - follow me on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlifenutrition/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourlifenutritionrdn/Email: Brittany@yourlifenutrition.orgShop my Favorite Products!Stelo Continuous Glucose Monitor System**I am an Amazon Affiliate and may earn commissions on qualifying purchases.

Ever catch your mind replaying a cringe moment on loop? We take you inside that spiral and show how mindfulness breaks the pattern—not by arguing with thoughts, but by starving the loop of fuel and returning attention to the raw, steadying details of the present moment. Instead of wrestling with the inner critic, we practice kind curiosity and let the body lead the way back to clarity.Across this focused, guided session, we map the hallmarks of rumination—repetition without resolution, shrinking perspective, and rising tension—and explain why the brain confuses looping with problem solving. Then we offer a step‑by‑step reset that anyone can try on a commute, in bed, or during a stressful workday: feel gravity where your body meets the chair or floor, listen for the rhythm of sound without chasing its source, open to the colors and light in your field of view, and notice texture and temperature on the skin. As attention reconnects with the senses, muscles soften, breath evens, and new angles on the same situation emerge.You'll hear how this shift reduces the power of harsh self‑talk and creates conditions for wiser choices—like making an apology, adjusting a plan, or simply letting go. The aim isn't to silence the mind forever; it's to relate to thoughts differently, with gentleness and precision, so they lose their grip. If you've felt stuck in overthinking, this practice offers a grounded path out of the loop and back into the world right in front of you.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with someone who overthinks, and leave a quick review with one insight you're taking into your week. Your notes help others find practical mindfulness when they need it most.Support the showCertify To Teach Mindfulness: Certify.MindfulnessExercises.com Email: Sean@MindfulnessExercises.com Mindfulness Exercises with Sean Fargo is a practical, grounded mindfulness podcast for people who want meditation to actually help in real life. Hosted by Sean Fargo — a former Buddhist monk, mindfulness teacher, and founder of MindfulnessExercises.com — this podcast explores how mindfulness can support mental health, emotional regulation, trauma sensitivity, chronic pain, leadership, creativity, and meaningful work. Each episode offers a mix of: Practical mindfulness and meditation teachings Conversations with respected meditation teachers, clinicians, authors, and researchers Real-world insights for therapists, coaches, yoga teachers, educators, and caregivers Gentle reflections for anyone navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, grief, or change If you're interested in: Mindfulness meditation for everyday life Trauma-sensitive and compassion-based practices Teaching mindfulness in an authentic, non-performative way Deepening your own practice while supporting others …you're in the right place. Learn more at MindfulnessExercises.com.

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Episode #486: Daniel M. Stuart, a Buddhist studies scholar and vipassana practitioner, rejoins the podcast to describe his growing interest in Dr. Leon Edward Wright, a Black Christian theologian whose brief but potent connection with Burmese meditation master U Ba Khin has been nearly erased from histories of modern Buddhism and mindfulness. Stuart uses Wright's story to illuminate a world where meditation, anti-colonial politics, ritual therapeutics, and visionary experience intertwined—far from the later scientific and universalist framing of the Goenka lineage. He situates Wright within Asia's anti-colonial landscape, where independence movements fostered solidarity across communities. These movements influenced Black intellectuals in the United States, and Wright, already thinking about race, empire, and religion, saw global traditions as resources for liberation. Part of his time to Burma thus appears as part of a broader search for tools to support oppressed communities. Stuart highlights how Wright's experiences fit within Burmese cosmology shaped by Ledi Sayadaw, in which modern medicine coexisted with protective chanting and ritual healing. U Ba Khin adapted this framework, diagnosing afflictions through elemental imbalances and energetic blockages. Wright's visionary experiences—light, fire, a hand offering a yellow rose—made sense to him through Christian symbolism, and Stuart notes that “it's not at all surprising if he had some of those experiences, that he would interpret them through the lens of his own tradition.” In contrast, Goenka leans publicly on a secular presentation, but his lineage emerged from a lineage whose earlier layers were steeped in an esoteric cosmology. Ledi framed meditation, healing, and protection within a universe populated by unseen beings, karmically charged diseases, elemental obstructions, and the ritual power of chanting—what he called methods for “warding off” afflictions. U Ba Khin adapted that worldview into a system that treated ailments through energetic diagnoses in addition to teaching meditation. Goenka, however, reframed phenomena once explained through cosmological forces as natural law, and teacher-mediated energetic work was eliminated in favor of promoting the concept of a “non-sectarian” technique. Yet the tradition's underlying course structure—chanting, the teacher's position, the atmosphere of protection—still reflects its origins. For Stuart, Wright exemplifies cross-racial and cross-religious solidarity: a Black diplomat and cultural attaché in newly independent Burma bringing meditation back to Black communities in the U.S. He concludes that “I do think he's an important figure that deserves more attention,” not only for his own story but for what it reveals about the complex origins of modern mindfulness.

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Connect with God — on Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. Use this biblical meditation, narrated by Johnathon Eltrevoog, to center yourself on the truth in God's word. Who can you be of service to today? Meditate on Luke 8:47. Allow the music & nature sounds, deep breathing, prayer, and scripture help you connect with God in a new way. For a 30 day free trial of our premium ad-free content, your trusted friend for meditation is right here: https://abide.com/peace Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

What would change if your inner critic had a microphone and your best friend could hear every word? We put that scenario to work and build a practical way to answer harsh self-talk with grounded compassion. Instead of arguing with the critic or pretending it isn't there, we slow down, test its claims, and invite the voice of a true friend to sit at the table with us.We start by imagining our most judgmental thoughts broadcast aloud, then ask a simple question: how would a caring friend respond? That shift unlocks clarity. Suddenly, “I'm incompetent” becomes “I made a mistake and I'm learning.” “I'm unworthy” turns into “I matter even when I miss the mark.” Along the way, we separate facts from exaggerations, replace sweeping labels with specific observations, and learn language that pairs honesty with warmth. This is not empty positivity; it is accurate compassion that acknowledges error without attacking identity.Then we flip the lens. Picture a friend speaking about themselves with the same cruelty. What would you say to them? Most of us instinctively challenge the lies, point to real strengths, and offer steps forward. We bring that same approach inward: write the critic's claim in one line, answer it like a friend in one paragraph, and list three pieces of evidence that support your competence, worth, or likability. The effect is cumulative—less shame, more energy for growth, and a steadier mind when challenges arise.By the end, you'll have a repeatable exercise to calm negative self-talk, build resilience, and strengthen self-trust. If this practice helps you breathe a little easier and stand a little taller, share it with someone who needs a kinder inner voice today. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: what would your best friend say to you right now?Support the showCertify To Teach Mindfulness: Certify.MindfulnessExercises.com Email: Sean@MindfulnessExercises.com Mindfulness Exercises with Sean Fargo is a practical, grounded mindfulness podcast for people who want meditation to actually help in real life. Hosted by Sean Fargo — a former Buddhist monk, mindfulness teacher, and founder of MindfulnessExercises.com — this podcast explores how mindfulness can support mental health, emotional regulation, trauma sensitivity, chronic pain, leadership, creativity, and meaningful work. Each episode offers a mix of: Practical mindfulness and meditation teachings Conversations with respected meditation teachers, clinicians, authors, and researchers Real-world insights for therapists, coaches, yoga teachers, educators, and caregivers Gentle reflections for anyone navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, grief, or change If you're interested in: Mindfulness meditation for everyday life Trauma-sensitive and compassion-based practices Teaching mindfulness in an authentic, non-performative way Deepening your own practice while supporting others …you're in the right place. Learn more at MindfulnessExercises.com.

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Hoy celebramos el amor y la amistad, y queremos hablar sobre el arte de la seducción, el romance, la soltería y el amor propio.¡Vibrar en amor y amistad es encontrar el verdadero Placer de Vivir! Escúchanos y comparte este contenido de Uforia Podcasts, un ser amado te lo va a agradecer.¿Cómo te sentiste al escuchar este Episodio? Déjanos tus comentarios, suscríbete y cuéntanos cuáles otros temas te gustaría escuchar en #porelplacerdevivir 

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3911: Leo Babauta offers a refreshingly honest look at mindfulness, dismantling the myth of instant calm and revealing the discomfort, messiness, and relentless practice that come with it. Through personal insights, he encourages us to embrace imperfection, confront our inner resistance, and cultivate compassion as we navigate the deeper, more real journey of being present. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/honest-mindfulness/ Quotes to ponder: "Mindfulness is messy, just like life, which is the reason to open up to the messiness instead of our usual desire for things to be orderly and neat." "Mindfulness is only part of the work. The work also requires compassion, for yourself and others." "Feeling like we are on solid ground is an illusion, and learning to deal with the groundlessness of not knowing is an incredible practice." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices