In this episode of The Mindfulness Podcast, Lele Terenzani sits down with Nieta De Young to explore her transformative journey into Zen practice. From her recent four-day retreat and the ancient Jukai ceremony to the deep connections between Zen and mindfulness, Nieta shares insights on stillness, presence, and why these practices matter in our fast-paced, distracted world. Discover the beauty of Zazen, the paradox of “no goals,” and even a simple walking meditation you can try today.

In this episode, we explore the deep connection between mindfulness and poetry with special guests Aks and Pat, co-authors of the poetry collection Love, Life, Being.

Join us as we discuss how poems can enrich mindfulness practice, the creative process behind their book, and the mutual inspiration that brought it to life. You’ll also hear two beautiful poems read aloud—perfect for reflection and presence.

Whether you’re a mindfulness practitioner, a poetry lover, or simply curious about how art and awareness intersect, this conversation will inspire you to slow down, breathe, and connect with the present moment.

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In this special live-recorded episode of The Mindfulness Podcast, we explore how mindfulness transforms our work lives. Hosted by Lele, Nieta, and Manjari, this episode features heartfelt stories and reflections from IBMers around the world.

From emotional regulation and better planning to grounding techniques and energy management, our community shares how mindfulness helps them work smarter, stay balanced, and connect more deeply with themselves and others.

Whether you're new to mindfulness or a seasoned practitioner, this episode offers relatable insights and practical takeaways to bring more presence into your workday.

In this episode of our mindfulness podcast, we delve into the journey of understanding happiness with our special guest, Neha Shamshery. Neha, a certified happiness coach, shares her insights on how mindfulness can lead to a deeper sense of well-being and happiness. We discuss the importance of slowing down, shedding labels, and experiencing happiness in its purest form. Neha also guides us through a practical meditation exercise to help listeners connect with their inherent happiness. Join us for an enlightening conversation that promises to leave you feeling more connected and at peace.

This episode features Lele, Pat, Nieta and Greg Cowtan, the latter being the developer or a wonderful tool called Ergocizer (available only within IBM) that is a stretch reminder, it combines a simple reminder program with over one hundred short animations of simple, ergonomically correct stretches and strengthening exercises.

In the podcast we discuss the tool, how it works and how it helps us building resilience by being mindful of one's body and movements.

At the end Greg guides us also through two simple exercises that can be done at the desk to promote physical and mental well-being.

Thanks for listening and tune in now and start your year mindfully! 🌿

The final podcast of the year reflects on the year 2024, encouraging our listeners to appreciate the present moment and find gratitude in their experiences. Pat and Lele this time discuss the concept of change and the importance of mindfulness in accepting each day as an opportunity for growth. The podcast concludes with a nice guided meditation, inviting you to reflect on moments of joy, personal achievement, and helping others, fostering a sense of appreciation and connection. Enjoy a mindful end of the year and a mindful beginning, thanks for being with us in 2024.

Join us for Day 29 of the Mindfulness 30-Day Challenge, led by Pat. Today's practice is a long body scan meditation, designed to help us become more aware of our physical sensations and connect with our bodies. Let's take this journey together and cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness. 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️

Join us for the final day of our 30-day mindfulness challenge! Today's practice is a gratitude practice led by Pat and Lele. But if you stay till the end you will hear also Nieta.

They will guide you through a thank you exercise, expressing gratitude to someone who has positively impacted your life. Afterward, they will lead you in expressing gratitude to yourself. This practice will help you cultivate a sense of appreciation and gratitude for your life.

Thank you everyone who took part in this challenge, you are wonderful.

Join us for Day 28 of the Mindfulness 30-Day Challenge, led by Lele. Today's practice focuses on the beginnings and ends of our breath, encouraging us to capture the moment when each breath starts and ends. This exercise helps us to be more present and attentive to our experiences.

Join us for Day 27 of the Mindfulness 30-Day Challenge, led by Nieta. Today's practice focuses on Kinhin, a slow meditative walking practice aligned with the breath. Through this practice, you'll learn to transfer weight from one foot to the other and notice the sensations of transferring weight from heel to toe. This practice can be done anywhere with a few meters of walking space and is a great way to cultivate mindfulness and presence.