The Freedom Project

S4E15: How To Meditate w/ Henry Shukman (The 4 Zones of Meditation)

Aug 14, 2024
Join Henry Shukman, a Zen master and co-founder of "The Way" meditation app, as he unpacks a structured framework for intentional meditation. He shares his transformative journey, emphasizing the link between meditation, mental health, and personal experiences. Discover the crucial interplay of safety and brain function in achieving optimal well-being, along with the benefits of non-sleep deep rest. Henry also clarifies the four vital zones of meditation, helping listeners navigate their practices more effectively.
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ANECDOTE

Henry's Meditation Journey

  • Henry Shukman has been meditating for 35+ years, starting with TM at 24.
  • It helped him with eczema and psychological issues, leading him to psychotherapy.
INSIGHT

Meditation's Impact

  • Meditation calmed Henry's nervous system, improving his eczema and mental state.
  • It shifted his perspective on unhappiness from self-blame to a diagnostic approach.
INSIGHT

Mind-Body Connection

  • The nervous system mediates both physiological and mental health, making them inseparable.
  • Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can significantly impact long-term well-being.
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