Meditative Story

Kim Fields, actress and director, leads us through the process of rewriting our inner monologue about our bodies. She encourages listeners to appreciate and find beauty in every body part, even the ones that make us feel self-conscious. She emphasizes the importance of speaking to ourselves with kindness and compassion, and rewriting our negative narratives to create a more positive story.

A meditation centered on small acts of kindness is shared, highlighting their ripple effect. The impact of kindness on personal lives and relationships is explored. The power of choosing kindness and the importance of mindfulness are discussed. Listeners are invited to share their stories and engage in self-kindness.

Mirna Valerio, author, advocate, and runner, shares her journey of finding inner strength and taking action. She contemplates a career leap, overcomes fear during a thunderstorm, and experiences the freedom of running with support. The podcast explores embracing all emotions and reflects on the power of awareness.

Keith Ferrazzi, author of Never Eat Alone, shares his journey of building and dismantling emotional armor while discussing topics such as childhood experiences, the power of vulnerability, caring for a terminally ill sister, and the concept of emotional armor and vulnerability. The podcast hosts express gratitude to listeners and encourage reviews to support the show.

Meditation expert Rohan Gunatillake offers a trick or treat meditation for spooky season. Trick your mind into presence and awareness, then treat yourself with cozy feelings of warmth. Explore the choice between thoughts and sensations in meditation practice.

Award-winning cinematographer Louie Schwartzberg gains a new perspective on the universe through time-lapse photography. He discusses the impact of his parents' Holocaust survivor experiences, challenges societal norms in filmmaking, and reflects on living off the land. The episode concludes with personal reflections and gratitude.

Discover the narrator's deep connection with nature and their mission to share it with others. They reflect on childhood exclusion and find solace in nature, emphasizing its equalizing power. They share experiences in a rooftop garden in Skid Row and working with a man named Pepper, highlighting the sense of connection and belonging nature provides.

Reflect on the wisdom of a centenarian and learn about their fascinating life. Explore themes of age and optimism for the future, and discover a 'life scan meditation' to observe the mind's thoughts and memories. Delve into the significance of different age milestones and the lessons learned at each stage of life. Express gratitude and celebrate a significant podcast milestone of 150 episodes.

Carla Hall, a celebrity chef, shares her childhood memories and how puzzles and play helped her discover her true character. The podcast explores embracing opportunities, observing thoughts without attachment, and the power of food and memories. Join Carla on a journey of self-discovery and find serenity through daily mindfulness practices.

Joseph Goldstein, co-founder of Insight Meditation Society, shares his journey of embracing uncertainty and the discomfort of not knowing. He discusses the concept of selflessness in Buddhism and the impact of teaching Buddhist teachings at Naropa. Joseph explores the importance of cultivating a 'yes mind' in mindfulness and meditation, accepting physical sensations, and acknowledging resistance and discomfort while cultivating gratitude.