The chapter explores the experience of living with tinnitus, a condition that causes a constant noise in the head. The narrator shares their frustration of seeking answers from doctors and exploring potential causes of the condition. They express their fear and concern about the impact of tinnitus on their life and ability to create, highlighting the potential for anxiety, depression, and lost opportunities.
When constant ringing and noise from tinnitus brought anxiety, despair and sleepless nights, Jonathan stumbled upon an unlikely antidote - mindfulness meditation. What began as therapy to cope with daily torment evolved into a profound practice for creativity, clarity and calm. Learn how mindfulness helped Jonathan find peace despite unrelenting symptoms, trained his brain to let go of fixating on the noises, and transformed his life.
You'll also be led through a soothing lovingkindness meditation designed to ground you in the present. Discover how embracing a mindfulness practice could fundamentally alter how you experience even the most difficult circumstances.
Guided Meditation starts around 22:40 into the episode.
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