The Oxford Mindfulness Podcast Professor Willem Kuyken and 'A Life Well-Lived: Mindfulness for Life in 12 Chapters' - Chapter 12 'A Life Well Lived''
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Aug 30, 2025 Professor Willem Kuyken, Ritblatt Professor of Mindfulness and Psychological Science at the University of Oxford, dives into the essence of a fulfilling life. He emphasizes the transformative role of mindfulness and personal stories that illustrate self-acceptance and compassion. Topics such as kindness in times of struggle, the importance of relationships, and how small mindful actions can ripple out to effect change in the world are highlighted. Kuyken inspires listeners to reflect on self-discovery and the profound impact they can have on their lives and communities.
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Mindfulness Shapes A Life Well Lived
- Mindfulness equips us with skills and attitudes to live more aware, equitable, and compassionate lives.
- Kuyken frames the practice as waking up, anchoring, befriending mind and body, and navigating turbulence with wisdom.
Lifelong Practice Adapts With Life
- Sophia practiced movement, yoga and qigong then adapted her mindfulness through motherhood and illness.
- Her practice acted like a friend across decades, supporting grief, loss and changing needs.
A Beach Moment Changed Perception
- Sophia recounted a beach encounter where a woman calmly cleaned her dog's mess and refused her apology.
- The kindness and nonjudgment changed Sophia's view about acceptance and behavior.
