In this conversation, Chris Walton and Dan Conneely explore the initial moments of meditation and how the experiences of beginner and experienced mediators may differ, as well as the positive attitudes that can be cultivated.🧘‍♂️ Topics covered:What to expect when you close your eyesThe myth of instant silence or nothingnessWhy meditation isn’t about “switching off”How to relate to thoughts and emotionsThe importance of a teacher and community💬 What do you notice when you close your eyes? Comment with your reflections.Chris web https://www.chris-walton.com/insta https://www.instagram.com/chris.d.walton/Danweb https://genzenmeditation.com/insta https://www.instagram.com/danielconneelymeditation/

Feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? You don’t always need a 30-minute practice to reset.

In this conversation, meditation teachers Chris Walton and Dan Conneely explore the power of micro-meditations—short practices you can do anywhere, anytime.

We share:

🧠 How to notice “micro-stress” in daily life

💨 Simple breathwork and body awareness techniques

💨 Why exhaling longer calms your nervous system

🧐 How curiosity changes your relationship with pain or anxiety

✔️ Practical examples you can try in the shower, office, or even the saunaThese small pauses can help you return to stillness, recharge your energy, and reset your nervous system in just a few breaths.

👉 If you’ve ever thought “I don’t have time to meditate,” this video is for you.

[0:00] What is charm?

[0:47] Acting on positive impulse

[1:40] Dan’s examples, selling his house

[4:49] Evolutionary Desire - impulse without attachment

[7:49] Chris’ example, less trying = more results

[8:19] Noticing when other people seem charmed

[9:02] Greater intelligence?

[10:44] A palate cleanse or a blank canvas

[12:39] Developing trust in your choices

[0:00] Two Aspects of 'Being in the world'.[0:38] Bringing meditation calmness into the world.[3:54] Actively stepping into peace vs waiting for something to change.[5:04] Reveal it, feel it, heal it.[6:25] Chris talks about ruminating.[8:24] Don't overlook those little moments.[9:18] Meditation is not just a mental exercise[10:43] The connection with CBT (Body-fulness).[14:08] Meditation as escape or for unhelpful detaching.

Mediation makes you less reactive [0:41]

Non-meditator's misconceptions [1:24]

Mediators are more selective [1:45]

Action from Stillness [3:15]

Creation from stillness [4:31]

Navigate through life on your own terms [5:20]

Fears of becoming a passive monk [6:11]

Choosing not to react is in itself an action [9:29]

Palate Cleanse [1:11]

Snooze or meditate [1:40]

How we meditate [2:32]

Habit stacking [3:35]

Do you need to meditate if you slept well? [4:01]

Waking up and using your phone [5:01]

When stresses come up in life [8:13]

Are you pressuring yourself? [10:05]

We see many people using mediation apps. In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons. Plus, what are the subtle messages you may get when using a meditation app?

Chris talks about what was going on for him when he took a break from his practice.

- *Mediation teachers Chris and Dan* discuss their *recent experiences* related to teaching and their own personal practice.

- Today we talk about the deeper learning we get from our teachers.

Meditation teachers Chris and Dan explore relaxation./ How relaxation opened up the practice for Chris./ Is relaxation changing something and is mediation accepting it?/ Relaxation as a preparation for mediation./ Relaxation as a form of acceptance and self-compassion?