Eliminate Excess Suffering By Identifying 'The Second Arrow' | Ep 239

Eliminate Excess Suffering By Identifying 'The Second Arrow' | Ep 239

Life will shoot us with the first arrow - these are real injuries, setbacks, losses and pain.

But the greater cause of our suffering comes form ‘the second arrow’ - the fear, anxieties, ruminations, and other internal mechanisations that we dwell upon.

In this episode I discuss the concept of the second arrow, as well as how we can use it to eliminate significant amounts of excess (and useless) suffering.

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A Revolutionary Reframe Of Your Gratitude Practice - Guided Meditation | Ep 238

A Revolutionary Reframe Of Your Gratitude Practice - Guided Meditation | Ep 238

In this session I share a guided meditation that I shared on the Insight Timer app.

What if you were to give thanks in advance for the wonderful things that were going to happen? - And what if you used that question to reframe your gratitude practice into the future? In this session we contemplate this concept and suggest how it could be adapted to reduce anxiety and increase positivity and presence, both now and into the future.

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An Invitation Into The Peace Of The Present Moment - Guided Meditation | Ep 237

An Invitation Into The Peace Of The Present Moment - Guided Meditation | Ep 237

In this session I share a guided meditation that I shared on the Insight Timer app.

This track is an invitation to explore the beauty of the present moment.

To stop the rush and to settle into the now. It begins with a discussion of the benefits of finding opportunities to meditate through out the day and then goes into a mindful story.

Join me on a journey towards the peace of the present moment and embrace the beauty that is all around us.

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157: What Is Mindfulness Meditation - Introduction, FAQ & Beginning Your Practice

157: What Is Mindfulness Meditation - Introduction, FAQ & Beginning Your Practice

Mindfulness Meditation is the act of purposefully paying non-judgmental attention to the present moment.

To begin meditation, focus on the sensations of your breath. When you notice that you are distracted, gently return your focus back to the breath. Sounds simple enough, however, the beginning meditator quickly runs up against a plethora of questions, concerns and insights.

This talk aims to inform and empower all who wish to start a successful mindful meditation practice.

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93: Meditation - The Lead Domino For Good Mental Health

93: Meditation - The Lead Domino For Good Mental Health

If I could only choose one treatment option to manage my mental health, I would choose Mindfulness Meditation.

It is the lead domino for mental health. It will enhance your focus, clarity and ability to detach from negative thoughts.

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