Eartha led a mindfulness session on adapting to seasonal changes and the importance of hydration in colder months. Participants engaged in a calming activity of tearing construction paper to create flowers, which promoted fine motor skills and helped release frustrations. Scented glue sticks added a sensory element, and participants reflected on their emotions throughout. 

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Eartha concluded the session with a mindful breathing technique called “Smell the Flower and Blow the Candle,” designed to regulate breath by focusing on inhaling through the nose and exhaling through the mouth. Participants were encouraged to observe the qualities of their breath, using it as a focal point to promote relaxation and closure.

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This is the final episode on Energy and how Eartha was motivated to write my new book “When Two Worlds Collide”. Eartha summarizes major points from the first two episodes. The major point is you can’t see “pure energy”, but you can see the effects of energy in the form of movement, light, heat, sound, or other changes happening around you, which are essentially how we perceive energy is present and being used. 

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Key points about energy and its appearance: 

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Resources 
https://www.khanacademy.org/science/biology/energy-and-enzymes/the-laws-of-thermodynamics/a/types-of-energy#:~:text=Well%2C%20think%20about%20how%20you,energy%20associated%20with%20that%20object.

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Eartha explores the concepts of masculine and feminine energies, asserting their presence in everyone regardless of gender identity, and highlights the importance of mindfulness in recognizing and harnessing these energies for better interactions. She also shares her perspective on the evolution of leadership styles towards a more integrated approach that values collaboration and creativity, particularly in response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and advocates for a balance between work and personal life, inviting readers to delve deeper into these themes through her book.

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In this episode, Eartha discusses the challenges people face in maintaining mindfulness after initial training, likening it to the fading excitement of owning a new car. She emphasizes her mission to offer engaging, evidence-based mindfulness activities for children to help manage stress, sustain their practice,  and improve focus. Eartha shares her mindfulness routine, which includes breath awareness and writing as tools for processing emotions. She introduces her new book, *”When Two Worlds Collide,”* which tackles workplace stress and encourages readers to embrace their leadership potential. 

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In the final part of the episode, Eartha facilitates a guided mindfulness practice called “Release” to help release tension, stress, guilt, and shame. She guides participants to reframe the negative energies of stress, guilt, and shame into a new perspective.

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Join Eartha as she leads a discussion on the significance of energy in mindfulness; by definition, energy is the capacity to perform work. As a non-emphasized, the distinction between Eartha begins with a brief summary of energy. She discusses various forms of energy, including kinetic and thermal energy. She introduces adenosine triphosphate (ATP)as a key energy source for cellular functions, linking the importance of nutrition to energy generation.

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Focusing on the human body, Eartha highlights the concept of building a bridge between physics and mindfulness. Eartha discusses the body’s sensitivity to its environment and the idea of the aura, which is recognized in ancient cultures. 

Eartha introduces her newest book, “When Two Worlds Collide,” emphasizing the coexistence of masculine and feminine energies within everyone and their importance for effective leadership. She encouraged embracing these inner energies for personal growth and innovative solutions. You are invited to consider how blending these energies can enhance leadership in a changing world.

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Resources

https://www.ucsf.edu/news/2012/02/98529/male-and-female-behavior-deconstructedhttps://extension.unr.edu/publication.aspx?PubID=4714
https://www.ucsf.edu/news/2012/02/98529/male-and-female-behavior-deconstructed
https://extension.unr.edu/publication.aspx?PubID=4714
This is the specific biochemical process within cells that generates ATP by breaking down glucose (sugar) using oxygen. 
https://cosmosmagazine.com/science/physics/what-is-      energy/#:~:text=There%20is%20no%20physical%20

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In this episode, I will guide listeners through a reflective debriefing process. The main focus is on exploring the importance of letting go of past fears and judgments to embrace change and personal growth. Join me in this special debrief as I share a personal story about a near accident that deeply impacted me. The incident left me highlighting the importance of appreciating life and staying focused on our mission for future generations.

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Key themes include:

I invite you to reflect on your own experiences and consider ways to let go of negativity to move toward a brighter future. I also introduce my new book, “When Two Worlds Collide,” inviting further exploration of these themes.

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Eartha summarized the importance of mindfulness and self-check-ins, emphasizing the need to be aware of our senses, thoughts, feelings, and emotions without judgment.

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During this guided meditation exercise, Eartha will led a guided meditation exercise, encouraging participants to pay attention to their surroundings and body sensations. She invites you to focus on the temperature, the feeling of your feet and ankles, and the sensations of your breath. She also Any thoughts that popped up should be swiped away for the moment. The exercise was likened to a hike. Imagine you are walking in your favorite place. The goal of this imagery exercise: Letting go of past judgments and future worries  Summary of imagery exercise: Participants visualize themselves taking off a backpack they were carrying. As they did so, various clocks representing their past ruminations, future worries, and judgments about themselves fell out. Eartha invites you  to walk without judgment, worry, or rumination. She emphasized that we all have a choice to return to the starting point with the same mindset or to choose a new path, symbolizing personal growth and learning from experiences. In conclusion she stressed the importance of self-reflection, compassion, and seeking help when needed. 

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During this episode, Eartha discussed the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS), developed by Brown, K.W. & Ryan, R.M. The MAAS helps individuals identify areas where they may need to focus more on mindfulness attention and awareness. a

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To get a basic idea of how to use the MAAS, Eartha will read the 15 questions. Participants are invited to write responses according to the Likert scale responses.  Eartha discussed a tool for assessing personal experiences and emotions. She explained the Likert scale, which ranges from 1 (almost always) to 6 (rarely), and emphasized the importance of answering based on actual experiences rather than ideal ones. She also emphasized to treat each item separately. The tool is designed to help individuals become more aware of their attention and mindfulness, emphasizing that the score is not a pass-or-fail test but rather a baseline to identify areas for growth.

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Resources:
https://blog.nasm.org/mindful-attention-awareness-scale#:~:text=Each%20statement%20on%20the%20assessment,average%20of%20the%2015%20items.

Brown, K.W. & Ryan, R.M. (2003). The benefits of being present: Mindfulness and its role in psychological well-being. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 84, 822-848.

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During this podcast, I want to spend time checking in with you. How are you doing? Are you taking time for you? Let us take time now to remember the concepts of mindfulness, emphasizing the importance of being aware of our senses, thoughts, feelings, and emotions without judgment. Research indicates often, when we get distracted by thoughts and emotions, we focus on negativity. The goal of mindfulness isn’t to deny reality or live in a non-existent world but to pay attention to the present moment. Sometimes, that may be difficult when trying to manage our stress. We may tend to ruminate over negative experiences.

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The adverse effects of rumination and reliving past experiences, particularly those involving trauma or bad relationships, wear negatively on the body. When the mind and body respond to stress, anxiety, and depression over an extended period, adverse effects can lead to physical health issues such as high blood pressure, difficulty sleeping, and even physical illnesses. It is important to recognize these patterns and take steps to manage them to prevent further negative impacts on one’s well-being. On the other hand, a person can ruminate over positive events that can have positive effects.

Another part of mindfulness is not dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Practicing mindfulness with a non-harmful judgment approach helps us to see things clearly. It gives the mind a break from trying to analyze. When we allow ourselves to judge ourselves or others, we set ourselves up to see our world negatively without hoping to change the future. Judgment and negative self-talk can lead to a negative self-image. Share this information with others who may be struggling with negativity. 

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Please continue your art tour with Dawn Train. Dawn shares more about her talents. I invite you to get into a comfortable position and be open to exploring how my special guest, Dawn Train, transformed her anxiety into art. The podcast is formatted as an art show to give the viewers a walk through what Dawn calls “ColorfulAnxiety.”I hope you enjoy the beauty of “ColorfulAnxiety.” I hope you are open to appreciating Dawn’s meticulous details of taking strips of paper, pearls of glue, and points of needles to create magnificent art pieces to express her philosophy of how she lives with her anxiety. Dawn’s acceptance, gratitude, and accomplishment make her story an art. In this episode, she explains how she learned her craft. Dawn opened up about how her art elevated to a new level when she learned about partnering with artists of different specialties, such as Deborah Hill, framing artist of Art Incorporated, and Claud Hart- Exhibit Curator of the Barshop Jewish Community Center of San Antonio. “Colorful Anxiety” art showcases how the “fun” of anxiety is reflected through beauty.

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