Stillness in the Storms

Podcast Notes for "The Kensho That Transformed My Journey: A New Year's Message"Support the Podcast:Join Steven in supporting the continuation of these enlightening podcasts. Show your appreciation and keep this valuable content flowing by treating Steven to a coffee at https://stevenwebb.uk. <--- Includes all linksAbout Kensho: In Zen Buddhism, 'Kensho' refers to the initial insight or awakening, not to full Buddhahood but to the realization of one's true nature. It's a profound moment of understanding and clarity, where one sees the true essence of things.Benefits of Listening:Discover the transformative realization that changed Steven's life.Learn about the profound concept: "You are not your thoughts."Explore insights into mindfulness and inner peace.Hear updates on Steven's personal journey and health.Opening Description:In this compelling episode, Steven Webb shares the pivotal realization that dramatically altered his life and thinking. Join him in a thought-provoking discussion about the nature of thoughts, emotions, and the self. The episode is a blend of personal stories, philosophical insights, and practical guidance to kickstart the new year with a fresh perspective.Selected Quotes:"Nobody comes into this earth without needing others.""You are not your thoughts. They come and go, and you can choose how to engage with them.""Understanding the ego and learning to observe thoughts can bring inner peace."

Podcast Notes for "Remaining Calm in the Festive Chaos: Plus Post-Hospital Update"Support the Podcast:Enjoying the podcast? Consider treating Steven to a coffee at https://stevenwebb.uk to show your support and keep this valuable content coming.Benefits of Listening:Gain insights on balancing festive stress and personal well-being.Learn strategies for dealing with family dynamics and holiday triggers.Hear a heartfelt update on Steven's health journey post-hospital.Opening Description:Join Steven Webb in this special episode as he shares his recent health experiences and guides us on how to navigate the festive season with calmness and wisdom. Dive into a conversation filled with personal anecdotes, practical advice, and genuine care.Selected Quotes:"Slowly but surely, things are getting better. It's all about taking one day at a time.""Remember, your home is your sanctuary during the festive season. Do what's right for you and your family.""Pick three words that represent who you are at your core, and let them guide you through the holiday chaos."

Podcast is a little different, I was rushed in the hospital a few days ago and had major surgery but all good. And I share the three things I wrote out last night that I think my main lessons in finding in a piece and building resilience.as always, you can support this Podcast or contact me at https://stevenwebb.uk

In this insightful episode, we delve into the myriad voices within us. These internal dialogues, often perceived as a source of confusion or distress, actually hold the key to understanding ourselves better. Join us as we explore how to embrace these voices and what they reveal about our inner world.Support Link:To continue supporting our journey of inner peace, visit https://thankyousteven.com or https://stevenwebb.ukEpisode Description:"Voices of the Soul: Understanding and Embracing Internal Dialogues" is an explorative journey into the complex world of our inner voices. This episode offers insights into how these dialogues shape our perception, affect our spiritual journey, and ultimately, how they can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves.List of Benefits:Enhances self-awareness and understandingEncourages a deeper exploration of one's spiritual journeyAids in acknowledging and managing conflicting internal voicesProvides strategies for inner peace and mindfulnessOffers a fresh perspective on personal growth and self-compassionClosing Thought:As we embrace the cacophony of voices within, we open the doors to deeper self-discovery and inner harmony. Let's learn to listen to our soul's voices with empathy and curiosity.

You can support the show, plus all links and submit you questions here - stevenwebb.ukBrief Episode Summary:In this introspective episode of "Stillness in the Storms," host Steven Webb delves deep into the concept of self-love and acceptance. Steven shares his personal journey and challenges, offering insights into how loving oneself is deeply rooted in acceptance. He discusses the societal pressures and internal struggles that often hinder our ability to fully embrace ourselves, and provides thoughtful guidance on cultivating self-love and compassion.Episode Highlights:Defining self-love as acceptance and the importance of this realization.Steven's personal challenges and how they have shaped his views on self-love.The societal expectations and internal dialogues that complicate our relationship with self-love.The role of meditation and mindfulness in fostering self-acceptance.Real-life examples and stories that underline the importance of embracing our flaws and imperfections.Notable Quotes:"Love is just acceptance. If you love something, you just purely accept it as it is.""We're not broken. Humans are brilliantly diverse the way we are.""Loving ourselves doesn't take effort. It's not something we have to do; it's something we are.""What does it feel like to accept yourself wholly as you are, as the brilliant human you are?"Host Information:Host: Steven WebbPodcast: Stillness in the StormsWebsite: stevenwebb.ukLinks and Resources Mentioned:Steven Webb's Website: stevenwebb.ukInner Peace Meditations PodcastBook Recommendation: "David and Goliath" by Malcolm GladwellRecommended Tags:self-love, self-acceptance, mindfulness, personal growth, mental health, meditation, self-care, inner peaceRecommended Hashtags:#SelfLove #SelfAcceptance #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealth #Meditation #InnerPeace #StillnessInTheStorms

A quick update of what's happening and when I will be back. Thank you for treating me to a coffee, you are awesome and really appreciate the ongoing support. It really does make a difference, and if you want to support or contact me ask me a question you can do so here: https://stevenwebb.uk/ I always love hearing from you.Much love, Steven

This is a little update because I haven't posted a podcast for a couple weeks and I wanted to let you know what happening. Don't forget you can listen to many of my meditations https://innerpeacemeditations.com and as always thank you to all my supporters https://stevenwebb.uk for donating and treating me to a coffee.

You can support the show and submit you questions here - stevenwebb.ukOn this episode of Stillness in the Storms, meditation teacher Steven Webb explains how our thoughts shape our reality through what he calls the "thought funnel." Discover how becoming aware of this funnel can help reshape your perspective.Introduction (0:00-1:00)Steven introduces the concept of the "thought funnel" and how it impacts our realityHe asks listeners to visualize this funnel to understand how thoughts build in complexityThe Thought Funnel Explained (1:00-6:00)At the bottom is the "point of origin" where thoughts and feelings ariseAs thoughts move up through the funnel, more layers like stories and emotions are addedThis adds complexity until we're stuck in "pea soup" at the top, disconnected from clarityExperiment to See the Funnel in Action (6:00-10:00)Steven leads a visualization exercise looking at objects and how stories build around themNotice how quickly thoughts create emotions, judgments and complexityThe more we dwell on a subject, the thicker the funnel getsKey Takeaways About the Funnel (10:00-14:00)Everything in the funnel is impermanent, but the point of origin remainsWe wrongly believe the cluttered top of the funnel is realityTrue reality is at the base - pure awareness before storiesHow to Return to the Funnel's Source (14:00-19:00)Meditation helps witness the funnel without getting lost in itThoughts often start with care before other emotions ariseWe can choose whether to engage in a thought storyline or notWith practice, we gain the ability to stop stories and return to the present momentWe all know what it's like to be lost in thought - falling down rabbit holes, getting tangled in stories, and feeling disconnected from the present moment. This week on Stillness in the Storms, meditation teacher Steven Webb offers a powerful mental model to understand this phenomenon - the thought funnel.According to Steven, our minds are like funnels that thoughts and feelings flow through. At the very bottom is the point of origin, where each thought arises before it builds in complexity. As thoughts move up through the funnel, we unconsciously add layers to them - judgments, emotions, past experiences, future fantasies. Before we know it, our clear thoughts have turned to muddy confusion.The problem is that most of us spend our mental lives near the cluttered top of the funnel, caught up in the swirling chaos. We mistakenly believe this overflow of thoughts represents reality. But the truth is, reality exists at the clear bottom of the funnel - in the space of pure awareness that exists before thought.So how do we return to clarity? Through meditation, says Steven. By watching the thought funnel in action, we can learn to catch ourselves getting sucked into unhelpful thought loops. Instead of going down every mental rabbit hole, we can gently return to the bottom of the funnel - to pure presence.Learning this skill is not easy, but it holds the key to serenity. When we stop identifying with every passing thought, we reconnect to our inner stillness. We realize thoughts are just thoughts - not necessarily truth or reality. We become less reactive, more responsive to life's curveballs.So if you're looking for more inner peace, listen to this week's episode on the thought funnel. Understanding how thoughts build into suffering can be the first step to dismantling it. Let Steven's wisdom guide you from the noisy top of the funnel to the blissful bottom - the open, lucid space that lies beneath your thinking mind.

Podcast title: Embracing Our Humanity: Discovering Peace Within Our ConditionEpisode Summary:In this episode, Steven explores what it really means to embrace our humanity, flaws and all. He discusses accepting our limitations, finding freedom in who we are, and discovering inner peace through self-acceptance.Timestamps:[0:00] - Introduction[2:19] - Fantasizing about being something other than human[5:24] - Trying to change our inherent humanness causes suffering[10:00] - Stepping outside the chatter of our minds[15:12] - Seeing life anew through a child's eyes[21:00] - Living without worries about tomorrow[25:00] - Wrap up and closing thoughtsKey Points:We cannot change our basic human condition, so acceptance is key.Observing our thoughts and emotions creates more mental clarity.Embracing our flawed humanity allows us to find inner freedom.Being present and engaged with the "here and now" is the secret.Quotes:"The meaning of life is just to be alive. It is so plain and obvious, and yet everybody rushes around in a panic as if it were necessary to achieve something beyond themselves." - Alan Watts"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” - Matthew 6:34Links and References:Inner Peace Meditations PodcastSteven Webb BlogCall to Action:Loved this episode? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! And remember you can always support the show by visiting https://stevenwebb.uk.Embark on the journey of self-acceptance with us every Friday at 4 PM. At "Stillness in the Storms," serenity is not a destination, but a journey.

"100 Episodes, 32 Years On: The Most Important Message I Have"To support Steven head over to https://stevenwebb.ukIn this landmark 100th episode, Steven Webb reflects on a journey spanning 32 years and shares what he considers to be the most important message he has learned along the way. This episode is not just a milestone—it's a treasure trove of hard-won insights and life lessons. You won't want to miss it.Timestamps:[02:43] - The evolution of the podcast and why it matters[07:15] - A lesson learned from my years as a young man[13:50] - The most important message I have to share[19:22] - Why this message is crucial for personal growthNotable Quotes from Steven:"In the grand scheme of life, we often miss the beauty of the moment when we're constantly looking ahead.""We've built this community together, and it's become something much larger than just me or any single episode.""This message isn't just a philosophy—it's a way of life, a practice that requires daily diligence."Support the Show:If you found value in this episode and want to show some love, head over to https://stevenwebb.uk and treat me to a coffee. Your support helps keep this show running and brings a smile to my face!