

387. Embodied meditation - With Martin Aylward
24 snips Oct 19, 2021
Martin Aylward, an established meditation teacher known for his embodied approach, dives into the intricate relationship between physicality and spiritual practice. He tackles topics like spiritual bypassing and existential crises, revealing the depth of true mindfulness beyond mere observation. Aylward discusses the importance of tension and relaxation in meditation, emphasizing their transformative potential. He also explores heart-centered practices and the body's fluidity, encouraging listeners to embrace a balance between spirituality and reality.
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Aylward's Journey
- Martin Aylward went to India as a teenager and lived in caves.
- He later established a retreat center in France.
Early Spiritual Seeking
- Martin Aylward's early spiritual seeking led to an existential crisis as a teen.
- He found traditional meditation practices left his body behind.
Early Start to Meditation
- Starting meditation young has advantages, but some emotional and sexual maturing was delayed for Aylward.
- He had to catch up on these aspects later.