Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg
Dr. Jenny Taitz
Feb 13, 2024
Dr. Jenny Taitz, a clinical psychologist and assistant clinical professor, discusses her new book 'Stress Resets' and the distinction between acute and chronic stress. They explore the effects of stress on the body, cultivating agency in dealing with stress, and the role of acceptance. Jenny also shares tools for creating an anti-depressant lifestyle and dives into the concept of emotions coming in waves. The podcast concludes with a guided mindfulness practice.
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- Building resilience and developing agency can help manage stress and promote growth.
- Practicing coherent breathing and mindful techniques can soothe the body and mind during intense stress and prevent it in quieter times.
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The Power of Teaching Meditation
Teaching meditation can have numerous benefits, both for the teacher and the students. It helps improve mental and emotional well-being, reduces stress, improves focus, increases self-awareness and self-regulation, and deepens one's own practice and understanding. By joining specific meditation teacher training programs, individuals can become certified to teach meditation and guide group practice sessions, as well as work with individual students.
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