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Diana Winston

Director of Mindfulness Education at UCLA Semel Institute’s Mindful Awareness Research Center. Known teacher of mindfulness with expertise in meditation practices and mindful parenting.

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Aug 25, 2023 • 58min

What Is Mindfulness, Really? And How Do You Know if You're Doing It Right? | Diana Winston

Diana Winston, Director of Mindfulness Education at UCLA, shares her extensive experience in mindfulness, having practiced since 1989 and even spent a year as a Buddhist nun. She discusses the true essence of mindfulness, emphasizing the need for acceptance and curiosity over judgment. Listeners learn how to break free from self-judgment, navigate difficult emotions, and cultivate self-compassion. Winston also highlights the connection between mindfulness, happiness, and personal growth, along with practical tips for integrating mindfulness into everyday life.
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Nov 21, 2025 • 28min

A Meditation for Working With Our Self-Judging Voice with Diana Winston

In this enlightening conversation, Diana Winston, Director of Mindfulness Education at UCLA's Mindful Awareness Research Center, explores the crucial difference between self-compassion and self-esteem. She discusses how mindfulness can help us recognize self-judging thoughts without getting overwhelmed by them. Listeners learn to embrace their flaws with kindness, using soft labels for negative thoughts. The practice culminates in a silent meditation that fosters self-love and compassion, leaving us with heartfelt techniques to wish kindness to ourselves and others.
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Aug 19, 2019 • 49min

Ep. 105 – The Spectrum of Awareness with Diana Winston

Sharon Salzberg speaks with Diana Winston about her new book on natural awareness and formal meditation practice. They discuss the nuances of working with a teacher and Diana leads a guided meditation. They also explore the impact of mindfulness in diverse communities and the evolving perception of mindfulness among people from different backgrounds.

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