The Embodiment Coaching Podcast Meditation is not what you think - special With Miles Kessler, Martin Aylward, Karin van Maanen and Mark Walsh
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Jun 22, 2021 Join Miles Kessler with Martin Aylward, an expert in embodied meditation, and Karin van Maanen, who highlights body awareness. They delve into the essence of embodied meditation, contrasting it with traditional practices. Discover how integrating mental and physical experiences fosters self-acceptance. Explore the interconnectedness of mindfulness and loving-kindness, emphasizing compassion’s role. The discussion also touches on historical perspectives of meditation and the evolution of mindfulness, encouraging a more grounded, holistic approach to practice.
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Embodied Meditation Defined
- Embodied meditation is proper meditation, anchored in immediate sensory experience.
- It involves the deepening understanding of the body beyond just physical form.
Disembodiment in Modern Society
- Modern society promotes disembodiment, necessitating practices like embodied meditation.
- It addresses dissociation, viewing the body as more than just a physical object.
Martin Aylward's Journey
- Martin Aylward initially used meditation to escape bodily discomfort and anxiety.
- He later discovered a grounded approach to meditation, integrating vast realms with bodily presence.