S1 Episode 44: Mindfulness and Presence with Shaun Lambert

"We've really neglected attention and awareness, which are just beautiful capacities that we have within us."

A great follow up to Claire's conversation with Tünde, Mindfulness Practitioner Shaun Lambert talks about

• attentiveness
• paying attention and
• awareness

offering nuggets that you can apply to every day life and to conversations.  'We can reperceive even when there are no options'.

https://shaunlambert.co.uk   We also talked about Detoxing the Ego by Steven Sylvester   Takeaways

• Attentiveness and mindfulness are essential in our fast-paced, information-driven world.
• Being present in the moment and paying attention to our bodies, senses, and surroundings can lead to healing and well-being.
• Mindfulness of God is a unique aspect of mindfulness from a faith perspective.
• Mindfulness can be beneficial for young people struggling with mental health issues, providing them with tools to access their creativity and well-being.
• Authentic relationships and compassionate conversations are crucial in supporting young people and helping them find purpose and meaning.
• Mindfulness has the power to transform our perspectives, reduce anxiety, and open us up to new possibilities.
• Mindfulness and creativity are closely connected, and accessing our creativity can bring joy and fulfillment to our lives.

Keywords

attentiveness, mindfulness, mental health, faith, young people, creativity