The Being and the Doing

If you are looking for ways to help manage stress in your life, then this episode will give you some new things to try. My special guest for this The Being and The Doing conversation is Sharon Carne.

We dive into the topic of sound wellness and how music can improve your life by helping to reduce stress. We touch on how sound can help you have a happier and healthier life and give you some simple ways you can begin using music or sound to improve your wellness.

How to Use Music to Reduce Stress (Blog Article):

https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/practice/how-to-music-reduce-stress/

Free Tibetan Singing Bowl Meditation

https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/stress-management-with-sound-wellness-ep13/

The Being and Doing Homework Journal

https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/stress-management-with-sound-wellness-ep13/

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The mindfulness exercise of pausing is pretty simple. What is more challenging is remembering to do it. With busy lives we simply forget to take a mindful pause until we have created a habit of doing it throughout our day.

In this episode Laurel shares tips on how to make pausing a regular part of your day.

Today's episode is the third part of a series on mindful pauses. Here are the other 2 episodes:

[Episode 3] The Most Important Well-being Habit - why pauses are important https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/the-most-important-well-being-habit/

[Episode 11] 21 Mindfulness Exercises to Help You Pause - what to do https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/mindfulness-exercises-pause/

Would you like to start adding mindful pauses into your day? With this affordable program you will learn simple ways to cultivate mindful living in less than 10 minutes a day and create habits that actually work. https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/the-power-of-pause-program/

Something to think about:

What is the gift in the present moment?

Something to try:

Pick a reminder and try it out – get a stone, set an alarm, write a sticky note, set up a buddy. Do it. Change only happens when we do something different.

Love to hear what you have to say – please take a moment to rate, review and/or leave a comment or question.

Want to hear more of The Being & The Doing podcast or subscribe so you never miss an episode? Check out the podcast episode archive here https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast 

The mindfulness exercise of pausing is a super effective way to use a minute or two of your time. There are many benefits to pausing including calming yourself or getting off autopilot for a moment and being present or shifting your mood or mindset. In this episode Laurel shares 21 ideas for taking a mindful pause in your day.

The Mindful Moments Journal, and the "Something to Think about, Something to Try" Guide are both available for free download on the episode page here: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/mindfulness-exercises-pause-ep11/

Here's a blog about quick and easy mindfulness exercises: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/mindfulness/mindfulness-exercises-to-de-stress/

Join my community and get weekly inspiration and tips on mindful living: http://eepurl.com/dFmY4f

Something to think about:

What is the biggest obstacle that stops me from taking a mindful pause?

Something to try:

Pick one of the ways to take a pause and give it a try.

Notice what happens when you pause.

Notice if you forget to do it.

Post a comment below and share with me what you tried and how it turned out.

Love to hear what you have to say – please take a moment to rate, review and/or leave a comment or question.

Want to hear more of The Being & The Doing podcast or subscribe so you never miss an episode? Check out the podcast episode archive here https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast or subscribe on iTunes or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

Life is busy and can feel overwhelming or exhausting. We all need a calm and inspiring place to go to be able to recharge. Creating a DIY home sanctuary space doesn't have to be complicated. In this episode Laurel shares ideas for choosing a space, decorating ideas and tips for activities, books and meditation.

PODCAST RESOURCES

• Here's a blog about how to create your own meditation space: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/mindfulness/meditation-space-room/ 

• Books I mentioned:

The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer

The Book of Awakening by Mark Nepo

Meditations on Intention and Being by Rolf Gates

Peace is Every Step by Thich Nhat Hanh

An Open Heart by The Dalai Lama

Order your copy of my book Spontaneous Combustion: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/books/  

• Download the Meditation for Beginner's Guide on the episode webpage here: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/home-sanctuary-meditation-room-ep10/
• Get unstuck, inspired and moving forward in a 1 hour telephone Kickstart Coaching session with me: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/kickstart

• Share your sanctuary ideas on the episode page: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/home-sanctuary-meditation-room-ep10/

THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK

Something to think about:

What does sanctuary mean to me?

Something to try:

Create a sanctuary space in your home – keep it simple. If you already have a sanctuary space…think about how you can incorporate an element of nature.

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Love to hear what you have to say – please take a moment to rate, review and/or leave a comment or question.

WANT MORE? Want to hear more of The Being & The Doing podcast or subscribe so you never miss an episode? Check out the podcast episode archive here: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast or subscribe on iTunes or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

CREDITS: The Being & The Doing podcast is produced by Neela Bell. Voiceovers by Jason Harris.  Music is Good Morning Sunshine by Yoav Alyagon and Firefly by Scott Buckley.

Do you need a relationship reboot with your phone? Digital distraction is a problem that can have seriously negative effects on your focus, productivity and your relationship with others.

In this episode Laurel invites listeners to look at the truth behind our phone addiction and the simple ways we can begin a digital detox.

PODCAST RESOURCES

Take the Smartphone Compulsion Test https://virtual-addiction.com/smartphone-compulsion-test/ developed by the Center for Internet and Technology Addiction at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Here's a blog about what happens when you and the fam unplug for a weekend: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/practice/how-to-take-unplugging-to-the-next-level/

Grab your 13 Tips for a Digital Detox here: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/nomophobia-digital-detox-ep9/

THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK

Something to think about:

In what ways does my phone enrich my life?

In what ways does my phone interfere with my life?

Something to try:

Pick one of the 4 suggestions that I made and give it a try – create a no phone zone, put healthy habits first in the morning, have a trial separation, delete some apps.

Here's the thing about these tips or any other tips on any other topic – you have to do it to make a difference. Listening to me talk about them will not change your relationship with your phone. You need to try something different from what you are currently doing to create change.

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Love to hear what you have to say – please take a moment to rate, review and/or leave a comment or question.

WANT MORE? Want to hear more of The Being & The Doing podcast or subscribe so you never miss an episode? Check out the podcast episode archive here: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast or subscribe on iTunes or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

Mindset has a powerful impact on our choices and focus. The way you view the world determines your day to day experiences. In this episode Laurel shares the most important question you can ask yourself and why it has an impact on everything you do.

HIGHLIGHTS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS

• what is confirmation bias?  0:50
• the most important question to ask yourself  4:23
• why the law of attraction isn't sufficient  9:26
• being picky about what you pay attention to  12:20
• this episode's homework 15:30

PODCAST RESOURCES

For this week's homework head on over to the episode page. You'll also be able to download a little guide with some ideas about making time for both action and awareness.

 https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/one-powerful-question-ep8/

Here's a blog about my favourite Einstein quotes and what they have to do with life.

https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/mindfulness/best-einstein-quotes/

Want some help shifting your mindset or perspective? Send me an email and we can set up a time to chat about the benefits of a one hour power telephone coaching session. I would love to help you build this well-being skill.

https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/contact/

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Love to hear what you have to say – please take a moment to rate, review and/or leave a comment or question.

WANT MORE? Want to hear more of The Being & The Doing podcast or subscribe so you never miss an episode? Check out the podcast episode archive here: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast or subscribe on iTunes or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

CREDITS: The Being & The Doing podcast is produced by Neela Bell. Voiceovers by Jason Harris.  Music is Good Morning Sunshine by Yoav Alyagon and Firefly by Scott Buckley.

Being more mindful as you go about your day means you can make more conscious and intentional choices. Then you are better able to align those choices with your priorities and values and show up authentically in your interactions in the world. In this episode Laurel explores the skills of being present and personal presence and how they have a direct impact on ourselves and those around us.

HIGHLIGHTS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS

• an important distinction  1:25
• the go/no go factor  3:52
• where is your attention?  5:02
• which version of you is showing up?  9:34
• this episode's homework  14:00

PODCAST RESOURCES

Here's the link to the page for your Being & Doing homework. It includes a little guide with some ideas about making time for both action and awareness. Download it here: http://eepurl.com/dFmY4f  When you grab it you will also get my weekly tips about living life the mindful way.

Here's more information about mindfulness and how to be more present in your life: http://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/mindful-living/what-is-mindfulness/ 

Here's a good reminder about presence: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/mindfulness-moment/the-best-gift/ 

Curious about the skillset approach to well-being? Check out the Well-being By Design model: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/well-being-by-design-diy-toolkit/ 

THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK

Something to think about:

What gets in the way of being present?

Something to try:

This one is not for the faint of heart – pick one word that you think best describes you and what other people's experience of being around you is like. Then ask 3 people what their experience of you is – maybe phrase is like this – if you could pick one word to describe me what would it be – and please be brutually honest.  Feel free to ask for more info but don't debate it with them. Just say thanks. And like any feedback its simply information that you can keep or discard.

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Love to hear what you have to say – please take a moment to rate, review and/or leave a comment or question.

WANT MORE? Want to hear more of The Being & The Doing podcast or subscribe so you never miss an episode? Check out the podcast episode archive here https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast or subscribe on iTunes or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

CREDITS: The Being & The Doing podcast is produced by Neela Bell. Voiceovers by Jason Harris.  Music is GoodMorning Sunshine by Yoav Alyagon and Firefly by Scott Buckley.

It's a basic human need to feel that we are making a difference in the world. At the heart of our well-being is having a sense that what we are doing in life is meaningful and worthwhile…otherwise what's the point? In this episode Laurel shares some thoughts about how life purpose helps us make big and small choices.

HIGHLIGHTS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS

• lessons from a funeral  1:45
• legacy vs impact  3:59
• deathbed epiphanies  5:46
• the big why  14:25
• this episode's homework  16:10

PODCAST RESOURCES

Here's the link to the page for your Being & Doing homework. It includes a little guide with some ideas about making time for both action and awareness. Download it HERE: http://eepurl.com/dFmY4f. When you grab it you will also get my weekly tips about living life the mindful way.

Here's a blog about what obituaries can teach us: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/mindfulness/death/

The book I mentioned was The Top Five Regrets of the Dying: A Life Transformed by the Dearly Departing by Bronnie Ware

Curious about the skillset approach to well-being? Check out the Well-being By Design model: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/well-being-by-design-diy-toolkit/

THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK

Something to think about:

What is the difference you want to make in the world and in the lives of those around you?

Something to try:

Write your eulogy. What would you like people to say about you at your funeral? Once you have done that, step back and see how big the gap is between what you want people to remember about you and the impact you have on them and how you live your life each day. Your task is to begin closing the gap.

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Love to hear what you have to say – please take a moment to rate, review and/or leave a comment or question.

WANT MORE? Want to hear more of The Being & The Doing podcast or subscribe so you never miss an episode? Check out the podcast episode archive here https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast/ or subscribe on iTunes or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

CREDITS: The Being & The Doing podcast is produced by Neela Bell. Voiceovers by Jason Harris.  Music is GoodMorning Sunshine by Yoav Alyagon and Firefly by Scott Buckley.

In an always-on world, there are endless distractions inside our minds and all around us. With too much to do and competing priorities, it's easy to stop paying attention to the most important things that need to get done. In this episode Laurel shares the truth about time management.

HIGHLIGHTS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS

• a plain and simple fact  1:45
• why we ignore what's most important  2:46
• a big conversation that's needed  5:32
• an important question for the start of the day  9:21
• this episode's homework  11:28

PODCAST RESOURCES

Here's the link to the page for your Being & Doing homework. It includes a little guide with some ideas about making time for both action and awareness. Download it HERE: http://eepurl.com/dFmY4f.  When you grab it you will also get my weekly tips about living life the mindful way.

Here's a blog about how to be less distracted by other people's priorities: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/pay-attention/other-peoples-priorities/

Curious about the skillset approach to well-being? Check out the Well-being By Design model: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/well-being-by-design-diy-toolkit/

THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK

Something to think about:

What is one important thing that never gets enough of my attention?

What is the cost of ignoring that thing?

Something to try:

Pause periodically in your day and  ask yourself What am I doing right now?

This question asks you to pay attention to how you are spending your time right now and whether what you are doing is a good reflection of your current priorities. Asking "what I am doing right now" helps you make a more conscious choice about putting your time and energy into the most important things first.

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Love to hear what you have to say – please take a moment to rate, review and/or leave a comment or question.

WANT MORE? Want to hear more of The Being & The Doing podcast or subscribe so you never miss an episode? Check out the podcast episode archive here https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast or subscribe on iTunes or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

CREDITS: The Being & The Doing podcast is produced by Neela Bell. Voiceovers by Jason Harris.  Music is GoodMorning Sunshine by Yoav Alyagon and Firefly by Scott Buckley.

If life was always smooth sailing then we wouldn't need to learn how to go with the flow. From minor irritations to major crises, stress is an inevitable part of life. Unfortunately, when things are hectic or uncertain, we tend to react in ways that may in fact add to our stress.

In this episode Laurel shares how to manage with greater ease the inevitable ups and downs of life.

HIGHLIGHTS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS

life is an unexpected experience  1:09 a misconception about going with the flow  3:54 the key to resilience  6:20 your mindset makes a difference  8:46 finding inner calm  11:54 this episode's homework  15:03

PODCAST RESOURCES

Here's the link to the page for your Being & Doing homework. It includes a little guide with some ideas about making time for both action and awareness. Download it HERE: eepurl.com/dFmY4f

When you grab it you will also get my weekly tips about living life the mindful way.

Here's a blog about how to shift your perspective: www.stonecirclecoaching.com/practice/pe…spectacles/

Curious about the skillset approach to well-being? Check out the Well-being By Design model: www.stonecirclecoaching.com/well-being-…iy-toolkit/

THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK

Something to think about:

What does calm feel like?

In our hyper-stressed world, it might have been a while since you experienced a sense of calm. Think about a time when you felt calm – what was that like?

Something to try:

Pause periodically in your day and ask yourself "How am I doing things right now?"

When you ask yourself that question, you are really asking how well you are going with the flow of whatever is happening in the moment. When we pause to ask how we are doing, we give ourselves the chance to switch from being stressed to being calm, grounded and confident.

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Love to hear what you have to say – please take a moment to rate, review and/or leave a comment or question.

WANT MORE? Want to hear more of The Being & The Doing podcast or subscribe so you never miss an episode? Check out the podcast episode archive here: https://www.stonecirclecoaching.com/podcast or subscribe on iTunes or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.