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Hey there! We are Teresa McKee and Melissa Sims, your hosts of A Mindful Moment. Our podcast is here to help you practice a more mindful life and enjoy the many benefits of mindfulness! At a time when change is constant and we are pulled in too many directions, our mental health needs some love. We need a way to stay present to life and to increase our ability to remain calm, think clearly and maintain our well-being. We chat with each other about our failures and successes in mindfulness, w ...
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It's amazing: we've reached our 300th episode! Thank you for supporting us! We have some pretty entertaining discussion on aging in this episode, from two generational perspectives. We also visit the touchy topic of Biden and Trump being too old to be running for president, and what society has convinced us the definition of "old" is. Ageism is rea…
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Sometimes...well, most of the time, life can seem pretty underwhelming. It could be so much different, though! We just need to remember how much there is around us that is truly awe-inspiring. Invoking awe can not only awaken the senses, but open your mind up to the beauty that surrounds you daily. So instead of being underwhelmed, prepare to be aw…
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If you were one of the millions watching the eclipse this week, chances are you felt it. That thing that connects us all. Listen in as we talk about the reasons behind it. We also talk about creating a community with you, our listeners! Here is the link to the Facebook Group we just created...we want to connect with you and get your input! https://…
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Somehow, divisiveness and polarity have become the norm, but mindfulness can help us shift our mindset and return to civil discourse and mutual respect. Teresa will guide you through this meditation to help prepare for a conversation with someone you disagree with. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on Yo…
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You know, it actually IS possible to disagree with each other and still respect opinions. We've just lost the art of communicating and expressing ideas without putting others' down. Listen in as we talk about (gasp!) politics and we handle differing ideas. (Hint...it's all about learning!) Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We h…
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Join us for a brief guided meditation to help you learn to respond rather than react. Reactions are usually the reason for arguments and confrontation. If we can learn to pause and consider a response, we are much more likely to have a healthy conversation instead of a detrimental argument. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We …
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Much of what is going wrong in the world today can be attributed to the human brain's propensity to REACT instead of mindfully RESPONDING. Hear about how we have reacted in the past with awful results, and how you can start learning to respond. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would li…
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Last week, we talked about approaching our eating habits more mindfully. This week, we have a guided meditation for you on the mindful practice of "savoring." Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you there! For more mindful content: https://amindf…
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How are those New Year Resolutions going? Yeah, us too. Did you know 71% of people in the US are either overweight or obese? That's insane! A better alternative to the yo-yo diets and crazy bingeing is mindful eating. Listen in as we talk about our own weaknesses and how mindful eating can help! Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts…
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After our last Elmo episode, we want to make sure you have tools to help you overcome dread. Follow along with this brief 10-minute meditation. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you there! For more mindful content: https://amindfulmoment.com ht…
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If you saw the reaction to Elmo asking the world "How are you all doing today?" then you know...we are apparently not ok! Listen in as we chat about it! Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you there! For more mindful content: https://amindfulmome…
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Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you there! For more mindful content: https://amindfulmoment.com https://work2livewell.org Connect Socially: Instagram YouTube Channel Donate to support our show! Advertising inquiries? Please contact advertisin…
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There's plenty of reason to be concerned with AI, but freaking out about it "taking over the world" is not the best way to deal with it. In this episode, Teresa and Melissa talk about what freaks them out about AI, and how they try to use it mindfully. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you …
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Creativity has been shown to increase happiness, reduce anxiety, and boost performance. So what do we do if we are feeling ZERO creative juices flowing??? Here's a great meditation to help you unblock the flow of creativity. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to …
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How does creativity tie into mindfulness? When we are creative, we open up parts of our brains that we don't use consistently. This allows us to let go of distraction and create much needed space in our minds. But what do you do when you're feeling blocked creatively? Tune in and find out! Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We h…
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Why would we need to identify our emotions? We often mislabel our emotions when there is a deeper meaning behind it. If we can't accurately identify what it is we are feeling, we certainly can't work through it. Here is a 10-minute meditation on identifying your emotions. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes u…
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We're back! It's been a few months and we are so happy to be off hiatus and back with you! In this episode, Teresa & Melissa sit down and talk about emotions - why so many of us have not processed our true emotions over the past few years, how to identify what those emotions even are, and how to accept and move through them. We are going to need so…
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In a chaotic world full of distractions and noise, can we find a state of inner peace and enhanced creativity? According to psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, we can increase our wellbeing, creativity, and productivity by entering a state of flow. And we can use mindfulness to help us get there. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podca…
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Meditation has been shown to increase the gray matter in your brain, which strengthens areas of your brain responsible for memory, learning, attention and self-awareness. It can also help calm down your sympathetic nervous system. For this meditation, we recommend that you choose a safe, comfortable space, in the event you fall asleep. Please subsc…
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The practice of acceptance enables us to non-judgmentally open up to unpleasant feelings and thoughts, allowing them to exist without trying to suppress or avoid them, and ultimately leads to better mental health, personal growth and wellness. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would lik…
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Marc Lesser is known for his engaging presentations that integrate mindfulness and emotional intelligence practices and trainings. Author of 5 books, we talk about his newest, Finding Clarity: How Compassionate Accountability Builds Vibrant Relationships Thriving Workplaces and Meaningful Lives. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts…
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We’re frequently conditioned not to show our emotions, but men in particular are frequently judged if they do. Zach Tucker and Jeremy Grater talk about the importance of vulnerability as well as how we all can benefit from accepting who we are and our responses to the challenges in life. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We hav…
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The R.A.I.N. technique, developed by meditation teacher and clinical psychologist Tara Brach, is an effective practice for cultivating acceptance and involves four steps, Recognize, Allow, Investigate and Non-identification or Non-attachment. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like…
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When we don't allow ourselves to feel and experience our emotions in their entirety, our bodies are not at ease. It is critical to allow yourself to feel, as long as you know how to move through the emotion and observe it without judgment. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to…
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That little voice in our heads if left unchecked can prevent us from trying new things, cause social anxiety, lower our self-esteem and make us feel pretty miserable sometimes. Dr. Rachel Goldsmith Turow offers clear processes for reducing that chatter through mindful practices. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our epi…
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Meditating on the space between breaths can have several benefits for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, including increased focus and attention, reduced stress and anxiety, and improved emotional regulation. Take 7 minutes out of your day to improve your wellness with this short meditation. Please subscribe today! Do you love watchin…
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There are an incredible number of quotes about time - just search “time quotes’ in google and you’ll see what I mean. But there are less quotes about the VALUE of time. And unless you subscribe to the quantum theory of time or metaphysics, you likely feel you have far too little of it. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have …
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Can mindfulness provide not only the path to personal success, but be a sound business strategy that can change the world by reducing divisiveness and providing solutions to the myriad of problems facing us today? Our guest today, Dr. Eric Holsapple thinks it can. To find out more about Dr. Holsapple, visit livinginthegap.org Please subscribe today…
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Sometimes, we just need a reminder that our earth is here to support our well-being. Maybe it's time to tap into it's healing power through a brief grounding meditation. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you there! For more mindful content: htt…
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Travel demand is sky-high for the upcoming vacation season, as millions flock to far-off destinations for much-needed vacations. But whether you’re traveling abroad, keeping it local or taking a staycation this summer, you can have a much more relaxing and meaningful break if you incorporate mindfulness into your reprieve from work. Please subscrib…
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At a time when we’re experiencing a global mental health crisis, Dr. Sean Sullivan talks about how we can address this challenge individually and on a worldwide scale. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you there! For more mindful content: https…
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We all get overwhelmed sometimes and can frequently get out of balance when it comes to our personal lives and work, but rushing through what we have to get done is not the best answer. Slowing down IS the better answer, through mindful practices that help us do more in less time. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our e…
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Have you ever tried to meditate? Then gave up after the first few seconds because you felt, well, silly and didn't quite know what to do? Here's a brief meditation for beginners, leaving out the guesswork! Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See you …
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We could never have imagined even 15 years ago that we would essentially be on camera, constantly seeing our own image throughout our days. This activity can have profound effects on our self-perception and self-esteem, but we can mindfully change our behavior to be more kind and accepting of ourselves just as we are. Please subscribe today! Do you…
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If it’s true that love makes the world go ‘round, we might need a refresher course. Humble the Poet’s new book, How to Be Love(d) is available now and he shares his mindful wisdom about what we do and don’t do quite right when it comes to love. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would li…
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Mindfulness teaches us to live in the present, but we certainly can't ignore the past. It shapes who we are. But we can learn to look at the past without judgement, and release its power to control our present. Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have our episodes up on YouTube if you would like to put a face to the voice! See…
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Regardless of what is occurring in our internal or external world, it is impermanent. It arrives and then it departs. When we learn to broaden our perspective to recognize that everything in life is impermanent, we stop clinging so tightly to thoughts, beliefs and events, many of which cause undue suffering. Please subscribe today! Do you love watc…
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Self-sabotage isn't all that uncommon, and it can have many reasons, ranging from fear of success to low self-esteem. But if it is preventing you from accomplishing the things you want most out of life, maybe it is time for some self-reflection. If you or someone you know is suffering from self-destruction, help is out there. https://988lifeline.or…
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The benefits of mindfulness are undeniable, but many are challenged by facing uncomfortable emotions or setting aside time to sit in meditation or finding a quiet space to contemplate in order to build their practice. Today’s guest, Michael Amster, shows us a new mindfulness practice that takes only about a minute today and it’s all about awe. You …
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Our moods can be greatly influenced by our environment, so sunny days may be happy days, but once winter sets in and sunshine decreases, we’re at risk of feeling down or even depressed. Whether it’s the winter blues or actual depression, mindfulness can support us in improving our state of mind and restoring our emotional well-being. We would love …
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We tend to be our worst critic, and repetitive thoughts of self-deprecation create a pattern in the mind that are detrimental to self-worth and self-love. This brief meditation can help you bring love to yourself, letting go of past mistakes or harmful beliefs about the self. We would love your input and feedback! Please fill out our listener surve…
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Change is truly the only constant in life and we can’t stop it or avoid it. But we can strengthen our resiliency to manage it. We would love your input and feedback! Please fill out our listener survey through Airwave Media. http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Please subscribe today! Do you love watching podcasts? We have many of our episodes up …
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We’ve all had those awful, terrible, gut-punch moments in life where we get knocked down or thrown completely off our game. But there are ways to shift those moments not only into learning opportunities, but life-altering new directions, which we’ll explore in our interview with Neeta Bhushan. Find out more about her at https://neetabhushan.com We …
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Many people are dissatisfied with and disengaged from their work, but is following TikTok trends the best reaction? Considering the amount of our lives we spend at work, perhaps it’s time to explore a more mindful approach. We would love your input and feedback! Please fill out our listener survey through Airwave Media. http://www.surveymonkey.com/…
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World events being what they are, constant change and adaptation, and concerns about our individual futures mean that many are suffering with persistent anxiety. Mindfulness meditation has been shown to reduce anxiety, so when you feel it rising, take a few minutes to quell those anxious feelings through mindfulness and visualization. We would love…
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We all experience anxiety from time to time, but anxiety disorders are on the rise, including social anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder and PTSD. Mindfulness can reduce anxiety and its negative impacts before it progresses to a disorder, ensuring continued good health and happiness. We would love your input and feedback!…
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In a world where change is a constant and we are continuously striving for something bigger, better or more, it’s easy to be swept away by external events. But true transformation starts within. Today, Angela DiMarco can show us how to begin. Angela DiMarco spent her formative years working at well-known advertising agencies in NYC. Over many late …
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Words are only 7% of our communication, but they can be one of the most powerful things to shift our internal state and our external experience, so why don’t we choose our words more wisely? We would love your input and feedback! Please fill out our listener survey through Airwave Media. http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Please subscribe today!…
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Words are powerful, but are we aware of the words we use on a regular basis and why we use them? This meditation enhances awareness of words to increase our understanding of why we choose them. It increases our ability to remain mindful when speaking, while exploring opportunities for change. We would love your input and feedback! Please fill out o…
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The intersection between mindfulness and creativity provides insights and tips to enhance our creative process and help us overcome creative blocks to tap into our rich imagination. We don’t need to be an artist, writer or musician to bring more creativity into daily life. We can all contribute our creative talents to reach our full potential. We w…
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