The One You Feed How to Embrace Mindfulness in Everyday Life with Rohan Gunatillake
Jun 23, 2023
Rohan Gunatillake, creator of Meditative Story and the app Buddhify, discusses how storytelling has shaped his understanding of mindfulness. He shares insights on incorporating mindfulness into daily life without disrupting routines. The conversation touches on the balance between app usage and deep meditation practices, emphasizing the importance of personal engagement. Rohan also explores the nuances of meditation versus mindfulness and the need to let go of rigid expectations, inviting listeners to adapt mindfulness creatively in their chaos-filled lives.
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Parable Analysis
- Rohan Gunatillake reflects on the parable of the two wolves, highlighting his interest in stories and character perspectives.
- He analyzes each character's potential motivations and backstories, exploring their roles in the narrative.
Meditative Story Mechanics
- Rohan explains the process of creating "Meditative Story," emphasizing present-tense storytelling and multi-sensory descriptions.
- His team identifies transformative moments in storytellers' lives and uses sound design to enhance listener immersion and create "aha" moments.
Reflecting on Reactions
- Reflect on emotional reactions to stories, even fleeting ones.
- Use those reactions as clues to explore related themes in your own life, fostering personal growth.
