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This episode features Dr. Nimisha Kantharia, a surgeon and mindfulness teacher from India, who shares her transformative journey from burnout to balance through the practice of mindfulness. Initially skeptical, Dr. Kantharia discovered the profound impact of mindfulness on her emotional well-being and personal growth, inspired by Dan Harris' book 10% Happier.

In this episode, we explore:

• Dr. Kantharia's journey from severe burnout in her surgical career to finding balance through mindfulness
• How mindfulness meditation revitalized her professional and personal life
• The evolution of mindfulness practices beyond breath-focused meditation
• Practical, body-based, and trauma-aware mindfulness techniques for emotional regulation
• How emotions like anger can serve as gateways to vulnerability and personal growth
• The challenges and triumphs of integrating mindfulness into a busy professional life
• The concept of reparenting, addressing past shadows, and meeting unmet emotional needs
• Mindfulness as a customizable tool for busy professionals, parents, and those navigating neurodivergence
• And so much more!

You will love this episode if:

• You feel burned out or overwhelmed in your personal or professional life.
• You’re skeptical about mindfulness and curious about its real-world benefits.
• You struggle with understanding and regulating your emotions.
• You want to explore mindfulness practices tailored to trauma, neurodivergence, or emotional complexity.
• You’re seeking tools to improve self-awareness and enhance relationships.

This episode offers accessible insights and practical tools for integrating mindfulness into your life, helping you embrace each moment with greater clarity and compassion.

Books mentioned in this episode:
10% Happier by Dan Harris
The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read - Philippa Perry

Connect with Nimisha through her WEBSITE 
https://notjustmindfulness.com/

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