In episode #12 of the Mindful Life Podcast I talk about my Kids Mindfulness program. A relatively new program that I introduced to my suite of services in mid 2018. Kids Mindfulness is a mental health program that I designed and implemented within my local community for children aged 8-12yrs. It is a combination of Meditation and Mindfulness Education from a Buddhist perspective with its aim to teach children how to self regulate their emotions, self soothe and self manage stress. Kids Mindfulness is therapeutic in nature and it is designed to address difficulties, but the best bit is, the kids actually enjoy it. Its fun and its an opportunity to make new friends. It’s a time for kids to relax, be still, unwind. A time for kids to let go and just be….. 

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In Episode #7 of the Mindful Life Podcast, I take listeners through a guided Mindfulness Breathing Meditation. Our Breath is a fantastic resource that can be used as the perfect Mindfulness tool to keep our attention in the present moment. Our breath is alway readily available to us, always ready for us to use as an anchor to secure us to this moment. Mindful breathing and even very basic breathing exercises, such as deep breathing, can also reduce our cortisol levels. Cortisol is the stress hormone that can lead to feelings of overwhelm and at worst anxiety. So sit back, relax and enjoy as I teach you how to use your breath to instil calm and keep you in this moment.  

This guided meditation was based on and adapted from “Whole Health for Pain and Suffering” VHA / Office of Patient Centered Care & Cultural Transformation    

**IMPORTANT-Please be advised that Meditation is not for everyone and in some participants, particularly those with a clinical/serious mental health disorder, the practice of meditation may sometimes increase the level of distress or exacerbate symptoms, however, this is rare. If you feel you may fit into this category, it is advisable that you consult with your health professional prior to engaging in meditation practices.

If for any reason, you have found the content of todays podcast triggering or distressing in any way please consider accessing some professional support (Aust only);  

Telephone Counselling support  

*Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 

*Lifeline 131114  

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In Episode #6 of the Mindful Life Podcast. I talk about Meditation, what it is and how it can help us. I aim to dispel the myth that meditation has to be about not thinking and having an empty mind. And I also take listeners through a short mindfulness breathing exercise and teach how we can let go of our thoughts. Ultimately Meditation is a great strategy to instil calm and reduce stress, teaching us to be less reactive, to let go and to live in the now. 

Guided meditation apps. Calm, Headspace, Mindfulness, Insight Timer, Smiling Mind, Breathe, Lotus Bud Meditation

**IMPORTANT-Please be advised that Meditation is not for everyone and in some participants, particularly those with a clinical/serious mental health disorder, the practice of meditation may sometimes increase the level of distress or exacerbate symptoms, however, this is rare. If you feel you may fit into this category, it is advisable that you consult with your health professional prior to engaging in meditation practices..  

If for any reason, you have found the content of todays podcast triggering or distressing in any way please consider accessing some professional support (Aust only); Telephone Counselling support *Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 *Lifeline 131114 You can find The Mindful Life Podcast on Facebook and Instagram under the handle Mindful Life Podcast. To collaborate or make contact, please email [email protected]

In Episode #5 of the Mindful Life Podcast I talk goals and goal setting. I also explore how having a goal fits with mindfulness practice and how we can comeback from not achieving our goals, by exercising acceptance and self compassion, along with a growth mindset. Ultimately no matter what the outcome of our goals, having goals to work towards can help us grow and learn more about ourselves.

  "What keeps me going is goals...." Mohammad Ali 

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