Best Ellen Petry Leanse Podcasts (2025)

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Calling In the Human Spirit: Conflict, Courage, and the Power to Stay with Loretta J. Ross 59:33

5d ago59:33

59:33

What if the way we deal with conflict could become a path to connection, growth, and transformation? In this powerful episode of GET IN, I sit down with visionary activist, author, and MacArthur “Genius” Fellow Loretta J. Ross—whose groundbreaking book Calling In: How to Start Making Change with Those You’d Rather Cancel is more than a guide. It’s …

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Myofascial Magic + The Bridge of Metaphor with Joanne Avison 1:08:13

19d ago1:08:13

1:08:13

In this episode, we explore the art of living, moving, sensing, and becoming with today’s guest, the brilliant and deeply insightful Dr. Joanne Avison, author of Myofascial Magic in Action. In this soul-stirring conversation, Joanne takes us on a journey through the living terrain of the body, inviting us to rediscover ourselves—not as machines, bu…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: From Aprons to Aeroplanes – A story of Three Generations of Flight, Feminine Power, and Fearless Legacy with Ingrid Van Ginkle & Debbie-Lee Van Ginkle 1:00:58

22d ago1:00:58

1:00:58

In this unforgettable Mother’s Day edition of GET IN, I sit down with two remarkable women—Ingrid Van Ginkel, daughter of a pioneering spirit, and her own daughter, Debbie-Lee Van Ginkel, Nia Teacher and Trainer—to celebrate the extraordinary life of Yvonne Van den Dool: South Africa’s first commercial woman pilot, and a trailblazing mother and gra…

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Visionary Changemaker - Trauma, Education + Inner-City Bliss with Andre Humphrey 1:00:51

1M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Join me in this powerful episode, where I sit down with Andre Humphrey, the visionary behind Inner-City Bliss, a nonprofit organization based in Oakland, California, dedicated to bringing meaningful change to Black and Brown communities living in inner cities. Hear how through Inner-City Bliss, Andre champions trauma-informed education, mindfulness…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: Reclaiming the Feminine Brain with Ellen Petry Leanse 43:21

1M ago43:21

43:21

On this powerful episode, "Reclaiming the Feminine Brain", Ellen Petry Leanse joins Debbie Rosas to explore the liberating edge where neuroscience meets the sacred feminine. Together, they shine light on: How our brains are being hijacked by modern technology The consequences of a male-dominant brain culture and loss of unity connection The false b…

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Empowered Leadership with Amy Boone Thompson 1:06:40

2M ago1:06:40

1:06:40

Join me for an inspiring, in-depth conversation with a business professional who embodies the true essence of empowered vision and leadership—a woman who has learned to successfully play the game of life on and off the field of business through wisdom, education and connection. Amy Boone Thompson is a force of nature in the fitness industry—an inno…

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2024 Embodiment Award – Nia Sacred Athlete with Ken Gilbert 1:04:57

2M ago1:04:57

1:04:57

What does it mean to play the game of life as a Sacred Athlete—to move with wisdom, purpose, and joy? In this special episode of GET IN, I sit down with Ken Gilbert, the recipient of the 2024 Nia Embodiment Sacred Athlete Award. Ken is a dancer, movement artist, actor, director, and dedicated Nia teacher, whose life’s work has been devoted to the e…

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More Than Skin Deep with Grace Gold 50:19

2M ago50:19

50:19

Beauty, it turns out, is in the brain of the beholder. Research looking to pin down the correlates and functions associated with "experiencing beauty" so far leave scientists wondering where and how the the whole beauty thing happens. Yet the chase to "be" beautiful is a major cultural phenomenon, not to mention a $650B + global industry. Today's g…

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A Man, A Philosopher, A Somanaut + His Body Life with Gil Hedley 59:29

3M ago59:29

59:29

What does it mean to truly live in a body? To explore its depths, wisdom, and mysteries? In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Gil Hedley—a pioneering anatomist, philosopher, and self-proclaimed somanaut—to journey through the lived experience of the human form. Gil shares his profound insights on life in a body, weaving science, philosophy, a…

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The Spirit on Nia with Lorri Donnahoe 1:04:12

3M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

In this deeply moving and candid conversation, Lorri Donnahoe, the 2024 SPIRIT OF NIA recipient, shares her courageous journey through mental health challenges. After years of misdiagnosis, she finally discovered she was living with Bipolar II—a revelation that changed everything. Lorri opens up about the struggles and triumphs that have shaped her…

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The BITCH is Back with Zoologist and Bestselling Author Lucy Cooke 51:27

3M ago51:27

51:27

Stories shape our world – and our lives. Even when they're simply... stories, not actual truths. That's where Lucy Cooke comes in. With a deep understanding of the natural world and the courage to be a shotcaller, she goes to where the truth is revealed: the wild places our animal kin inhabit, getting first-hand accounts of what the world's species…

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Welcome to Season Two of The Brain and Beyond Podcast! 2:54

3M ago2:54

2:54

We're back in action – and look forward to sharing a lively interview as our first official episode of Season Two. Thanks for your patience as I've prioritized other work and taken a deep dive into evolutionary biology – as in "how did our brains evolve?" – human history – as in "what events and changes have made us who we are today?" – and a whole…

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Body + Life Nia Alchemist with Suzanne Cohen 57:46

3M ago57:46

57:46

Welcome to "Body and Life Nia Alchemist." In this special episode, I’m honored to host Suzanne Cohen, the recipient of the 2024 Nia Teacher of the Year award. With over 25 years of experience embodying and sharing Nia, Suzanne seamlessly weaves together the wisdom of Nia, psychology, and psychotherapy—bringing movement as medicine to life. As a ret…

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Your Body + Life Dancing —Sound Health Technology with Caleb Kronen 1:02:36

4M ago1:02:36

1:02:36

Welcome to "Your Body + life Dancing —Sound Health Best Technology” with my guest, Dr. Caleb Kronen—an experienced audio engineer dedicated to inspiring people’s sound health, enhancing knowledge of sound quality and technology. With a rich background from the University of Colorado's Hearing Research Laboratory, since 2000 Caleb has become an expe…

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Dancing Through Life - The Rhythm of YOU + The Cosmos with Eden Sky 1:07:55

4M ago1:07:55

1:07:55

Welcome to "Dancing Through Life: The Rhythm of YOU + The Cosmos." In this episode, I’m joined by Eden Sky, a renowned author, poet, and catalyst for new paradigm perceptions and practices that elevate consciousness. Eden is the creator of the annual Galactic Calendars, inspired by Dr. José Argüelles’ teachings. Her mission is to weave universal wi…

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A Body + Life YOGA Story with Rachel Scott 57:10

5M ago57:10

57:10

Welcome to A Body + Life YOGA Story with the inspiring Rachel Scott—a dynamic Yoga teacher who brings vibrancy to life both on and off the mat. Rachael’s impressive journey includes a Master of Science in Instructional Systems and Learning Technologies with a focus on online education, a Master of Fine Arts from the American Conservatory Theater, a…

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Life-Healing + The Trauma Symptom of Conflict Avoidance with Lissa Rankin 1:21:03

6M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

Welcome to “Life Healing + The Trauma Symptom of Conflict Avoidance.” In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lissa Rankin, a mind-body medicine physician and author of seven books, currently working on her eighth, YOU-Turn, with her partner Dr. Jeffrey Rediger. As the founder of the Whole Health Medicine Institute and the nonprofit Heal At Last, Lissa …

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Creating Health Inside Out With Lianna Levine Reisner 1:02:29

6M ago1:02:29

1:02:29

Welcome to "Creating Health Inside Out." Today, I'm joined by Lianna Levine Reisner, President and Network Director of Plant Powered Metro New York, an innovative organization she co-founded in 2019. This group empowers communities through education and mentoring, promoting health resilience with whole food, plant-based nutrition. Join us as we exp…

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Fitness: Past-Present-Future with Joanne Melbourne 1:15:28

7M ago1:15:28

1:15:28

Welcome to "Fitness: Past-Present-Future. Today’s guest, Joanne Melbourne, brings over 40 years of experience in fitness, from pioneering Jazzerobics for Les Mills, to choreographing for world aerobics champion Brett Fairweather, introducing Nia to New Zealand in 1997, and training over 1,400 personal trainers for Fitness First in Australia. We’ll …

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The Feminine Speaks With Maria Aparo + Jens Rasmussen 58:23

7M ago58:23

58:23

Welcome to "The Feminine Speaks," an up front, honest, personal, intelligent, and powerful discussion with two people living “the feminine” in life today. Inspiring others to share their story through the art of writing, poetry, and theatre performance. Hear how this passionate couple, Maria Aparo, and Jens Rasmussen, partners, parents, visionaries…

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I Am The Medicine with Gloria Gonzalez 1:00:58

8M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

Welcome to “I Am The Medicine,” featuring my guest Gloria Gonzalez. Founder of Eight Elements West and former director of the Somatic Education and Wellness Center in La Jolla, California, where she spent over 35 years. Gloria is the creator of I Am The Medicine and the 5 Cycle Expansion. Together, we’ll explore the convergence of Eastern tradition…

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Music Magic: A Sound Artist's Muse with Lis Addison 1:07:07

8M ago1:07:07

1:07:07

Welcome to "Music Magic: A Sound Artist's Muse," featuring my guest, Lis Addison—a musician, dancer, and professor of Environmental Science. Lis has produced 16 albums, created numerous soundtracks, and toured 11 countries as a performer and workshop leader. She is also the founder of Kinetic Voice (KiVo), a practice that melds dance and sound heal…

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The Art of Meaning + Knowing with Demetra Yuvanu 1:00:02

9M ago1:00:02

1:00:02

Welcome to "The Art of Meaning + Knowing" with my guest, Demetra Yuvanu. Demetra is a Nia teacher, Ageless Grace educator, EFT coach, retreat coordinator, and the author of Mystery Behind the Doors. Her book is a captivating tale that entertains while inspiring readers of all ages to shift their perspectives and pursue their dreams. Join us as we e…

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The Magic of Non-Thinking with Ellen Leanse 59:28

9M ago59:28

59:28

Welcome to "The Magic of Non-Thinking," featuring celebrated Silicon Valley innovator, Stanford instructor, bestselling author, and transformational neuroscientist Ellen Leanse. Join us as we delve into groundbreaking neuroscience insights, exploring how intelligence extends beyond the brain to encompass the entire body. We’ll uncover how mindful p…

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The Art of Friendship with Krista Hiser and Laura Geduldig 1:00:37

10M ago1:00:37

1:00:37

Welcome to "The Art of Friendship,” featuring two dancing through life guests, Krista Hiser, a college professor who teaches Nia, and is also a global leader in Sustainability Curriculum and program evaluation across the higher education sector, and Laura Geduldig, a Master Certified Coach in her 24th year of private practice, and the founder of Vi…

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The Tai Chi Man-Music-Experience With David Dorian Ross 1:12:50

10M ago1:12:50

1:12:50

Welcome to “THE TAI CHI MAN-MUSIC-EXPERIENCE” with my guest David-Dorian Ross. A renowned martial artist known for bringing Tai Chi to the mainstream, and is the author of “The Essentials of Tai Chi and Qigong." As an 8-time US gold medalist and World silver and bronze medalist, he made history as the first non-Asian to medal at the 1991 World Wush…

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The Hero's Journey as Daily Life Practice with Billy Anderson Part 2 33:56

10M ago33:56

33:56

Welcome to “The Hero’s Journey as Daily Life Practice” Part 2 with our guest, Billy Anderson. Billy is a trained martial artist, eclectic somatic educator, owner of “Heroic Fitness Adventures,” husband, father, Nia White Belt Graduate, and Nia teacher. In this conversation, we explore the hero’s path and the quest for greatness that begins within. …

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The Body as Teacher with Billy Anderson Part 1 49:42

11M ago49:42

49:42

Welcome to "The Body As Teacher" Part 1, where we delve into the evolution of Billy Anderson, a seasoned martial artist and diverse somatic educator. Billy is the owner of Heroic Fitness Adventures, a husband, father, Nia White Belt Graduate, and Nia teacher. Join us as we explore Billy’s transformative journey spanning 24 years in consulting, desi…

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Cracking the Healer's Code with Milagros Phillips 1:09:01

11M ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Welcome to "Cracking The Healers Code," with our esteemed guest, Milagros Phillips. A keynote speaker, TED Talk presenter, and award-winning author of five books, Milagros is also a certified coach and the recipient of the 2021 NEW THOUGHT WALDEN AWARD for Interfaith/Intercultural Understanding. Together, we delve into the complexities of racial im…

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MELT: Making Everything Better with Sue Hitzmann 59:33

12M ago59:33

59:33

Welcome to "MELT: Making Everything Better,” with my guest Sue Hitzmann, internationally recognized neurofascial science and research educator, manual therapist, exercise physiologist, and founding member of the Fascia Research Society, and author, founder, and creator of The MELT Method. Join us for a discussion as we unravel more of the mysteries…

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Life on the Inside with Joanne Avison Part 2 53:05

1y ago53:05

53:05

Welcome to Part 2 of "Life On The Inside" with Joanne Avison, where we continue to dive into the depths of somatic exploration, and the body's inherent capacity for healing, transformation, and self-discovery; uncovering the interconnected relationship between fascia and movement; exploring how fascia serves as a bridge between physical sensation, …

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Life On The Inside with Joanne Avison Part 1 1:01:45

1y ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Welcome to "Life On The Inside" Part 1, where we unravel more of the mysteries of the human body, and the intricate web of fascia; the body's hidden matrix, and discover how to unlock greater health, mobility, and vitality. My guest, Joanne Avison is a specialist in fascia, myofascial movement, and manual therapy. She is the author of "Yoga Fascia …

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Inner Work, Outer Impact with Dr. Susanne von der Becke 1:05:12

1+ y ago1:05:12

1:05:12

Change, it's said, begins within – and it's hard to imagine a more inspiring advocate for inner change and outer action than Dr. Susanne von der Becke. Susanne's path to mindful living grew, from the inside out, through her work as a scientist, economist, and banker. Along the way she realized the power of an inner-guided way of living, a path she …

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Breath and Presence with Zee Clarke, Author, Mindfulness Guide, Breath Expert 57:18

1+ y ago57:18

57:18

Breath is essential to each moment of your life – yet seldom do we realize, or harness, its power. Yet we can guide, even reset, the outlooks and presence with which we navigate the world when we understand the power of breath. Zee Clarke illuminates that path through her book Black People Breathe and through the abundance of resources she shares v…

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Back to the Brain: Embodied Intelligence & The Body Brain 44:42

2y ago44:42

44:42

What took this episode so long? Seriously, it was the amount of eye-opening information on how much intelligence there is to be discovered in the systems of your body – so much so that I don't think I'll ever see the "brain" as the 3-pound mass so far explored in this episode. It is and you are so much more. We scratch the surface here with a look …

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The Body's Way with Debbie Rosas, Wellness Innovator, Entrepreneur, Creative Force 43:31

2y ago43:31

43:31

Maybe you already know about Nia, the dance technique celebrated worldwide, the one that combines martial arts, healing arts, dance arts, and amazing music in a whole body, whole heart experience. Today's episode shares the voice of Nia founder, Debbie Rosas, and her unique look at the power of sensing – very different from thinking – as a primary …

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Oxytocin and the Power of Love (Hormones) 48:12

2y ago48:12

48:12

Between us? I believe we humans, and all beings, are much (much) more than machines driven by pulses of electricity and surges of chemicals in the body and brain. That's the "mechanistic" view, and – much to a few science-focused friends' dismay – I'm not a mechanist. Though... our neurochemistry, and the way it interacts with lots of other things …

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Everyday Mindfulness: PRESENCE 15:24

2y ago15:24

15:24

Take 15 minutes to breathe, invite curiosity, balance your mind, and ... experience presence. Maybe you're noticing a theme between the last few episodes and Everyday Mindfulness practices: something about you having more agency and power in your life than the common narratives want you to believe. After all, it's harder for them to meet their goal…

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Emotional Rescue: Disarming the Amygdala Hijack 33:59

2y ago33:59

33:59

In this episode you'll meet two tiny organelles with the power to transform you – or anyone – into a fight, flight, or freeze follower of their survival agenda: your amygdalae. The fight or flight response, or its more modern-day expression, the "Amygdala Hijack," carries an ancient legacy of success in getting our long line of ancestors away from …

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The Power of Curiosity with Mónica Guzmán 1:01:32

2y ago1:01:32

1:01:32

Some of us are already bracing ourselves for the conflict and tension anticipated in the upcoming 2024 US elections. Yet we don't have to wait 'til then for the escalation of polarizing political – and media – triggers that seem to show up wherever we look. And often, uncomfortably close to home. This episode shares the unique, bridge-building pers…

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Everyday Mindfulness: VALUES 15:20

2y ago15:20

15:20

It's great to be back from some travel and to share another Everyday Mindfulness episode. VALUES shape perceptions, and even the brain – and thus, pretty much everything we experience, think, or do. Yet for most of us the idea of actively choosing and knowing our values simply ... doesn't happen. Interestingly, some of the most popular undergrad cl…

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Beyond Binary: Envisioning Balance, Celebrating Pride 53:18

2y ago53:18

53:18

This episode explores the binary – or better yet, the lack thereof – when it comes to sexual and gender identity. Celebrating PRIDE and the activist spirit of transgender entrepreneur, community leader, and family man Nat Stratton-Clarke, this special interview weaves in perspectives from social science and biology to support the life-affirming pow…

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Episode 10: Brainsets of Hope with Alice Waters 41:15

2y ago41:15

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Greetings – this one took some heavy lifting, yet I wanted to publish before leaving for business travel. I'll catch up with the description and the Episode Page as soon as I can. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy. – Ellen www.ellenleanse.comBy Ellen Petry Leanse

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Episode 9: Better Together... Two Halves of a Balanced Brain 45:16

2y ago45:16

45:16

I didn't leave anything on the table with this one. Yes, there's neuroscience. There's definitely balance. And ... maybe ... there's even hope. Maybe. Because this episode lays out what I think is the most important opportunity we humans have to face the "poly-crises" we're currently addressing and rethink our place in a future we want to be part o…

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Episode 8 / Everyday Mindfulness: Cooking 16:30

2y ago16:30

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When it comes to cooking, the ingredients in your mind are as important as the ones you're prepping or simmering. This Everyday Mindfulness practice explores how intention can change both your experience in the kitchen AND increase your ease as you practice mindfulness. Remember that mindfulness involves both your presence as you navigate an experi…

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Episode 7: Balanced Brain Skillsets with Alice Waters 50:03

2y ago50:03

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This episode continues where Episode 5 left off – moving from the "Mindsets" of world-changing activist, restauranteur, and non-profit visionary Alice Waters to the "Skillsets" that have shaped her extraordinary life – and balanced brain. Using Alice's fierce "Slow Food Manifesto" as a framework, this episode examines the difference between the bra…

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Episode 6 / Everyday Mindfulness: Mothers 15:36

2y ago15:36

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Listen to these words honoring mothers, all mothers over time and history, in honor of Mother's Day 2023. Consider this a meditation on the concept of mothering: one you can sit quietly with, or one to consider thoughtfully as you practice mindfulness through everyday action, experiencing all that you notice and observe, all that arises inside you …

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Episode 5: The Activist Mindset with Alice Waters 38:12

2y ago38:12

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This is the first episode to feature an interview – and what a person to speak with. Alice Waters is an icon – a catalyst shaping the US Farmers Market, Slow Food, Farm to Table, and many other movements that champion both our health and the health of our planet. She's also the visionary founder of Chez Panisse, the legendary Berkeley, CA restauran…

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Episode 4 / Everyday Mindfulness: Touch 13:49

2y ago13:49

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Run this mindfulness guide in background while you're living everyday life. It activates new ways of thinking that may boost your mindful moments as you continue the exercises it suggests. This is the very first Everyday Mindfulness practice on this podcast. I'll share one every week, each with a focus on a life experience, activity, or part of the…

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Episode 3: Grey Matters: A Surprising Benefit of Mindfulness 25:56

2y ago25:56

25:56

Understanding how the brain ages is a cause for concern to many – especially since we are all, well... aging. That's how life works. Yet research points to a surprising "Aha!" about how mindful practices might support brain health in a meaningful way at any life chapter. Listen in for the science going on in the grey stuff of the brain so you can d…

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