Everyday Better with Leah Smart Tamara Levitt on Calm & Consciousness
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Jan 4, 2022 
Tamara Levitt, Head of Mindfulness at Calm, discusses the transformative power of meditation and mindfulness in managing stress, anxiety, and improving overall well-being. She shares insights on developing self-awareness, self-compassion, and staying calm in challenging situations. The conversation also explores the benefits of consistent meditation practice in personal growth and creating a more compassionate workplace environment.
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Meditation's Rising Popularity
- Meditation is becoming more popular as people seek tools to cope with stress and anxiety.
- It's now more accessible and secular, unlike past associations with religion.
What is Meditation?
- Meditation involves going inward and becoming aware of present thoughts and emotions.
- It's a two-part practice: deepening self-awareness and applying mindfulness in daily life.
Mindful Responses
- Use mindfulness to pause and observe your reactions in stressful situations.
- This mindful pause allows for skillful responses rather than impulsive reactions.