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  • How to Open a Closed Heart with Mindfulness Compassion

    How to Open a Closed Heart with Mindfulness Compassion
    2024/10/29
    Have you ever been in a room filled with closed hearts, feeling the energy of resistance? In this episode, Sean Fargo, founder of Mindfulness Exercises and a former Buddhist monk, explores how mindfulness and compassion can gently help open a closed heart. Through Sean’s thoughtful guidance, you’ll learn how to hold space for closed hearts with presence and curiosity, creating room for healing and connection. Whether you're a mindfulness teacher or practitioner, this video offers profound insights on how to work with resistance and cultivate an open heart. If you’re looking to deepen your practice or help others navigate these tender spaces, explore more resources from Sean Fargo below. 📜 Become Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification: https://bit.ly/MindfulnessCertify Trauma-Sensitivity Teaching Certification: https://bit.ly/METraumaSensitiveMindfulnessCourse 🌱 Be a Part of our Growing Community Mindfulness Exercises Website: http://mindfulnessexercises.com/ Connect Community for Mindfulness Teachers: https://mindfulnessexercises.com/connect-mindfulness-community/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Mindfulness.Exercises/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindfulness-exercises/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/exercising.mindfulness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 分
  • Can You Really Handle Distractions During Meditation?

    Can You Really Handle Distractions During Meditation?
    2024/10/27
    How do you handle distractions during meditation as a teacher? In this episode, Sean Fargo, founder of Mindfulness Exercises and a former Buddhist monk, shares practical advice on managing distractions in meditation practice, both for beginners and seasoned practitioners. Whether you're leading a group meditation or practicing on your own, Sean’s tips will help you approach distractions with patience and mindfulness. This offers valuable strategies for making meditation accessible and supportive for all. For more mindfulness resources and teaching tips from Sean Fargo, check the links below. 📜 Become Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification: https://bit.ly/MindfulnessCertify Trauma-Sensitivity Teaching Certification: https://bit.ly/METraumaSensitiveMindfulnessCourse 🌱 Be a Part of our Growing Community Mindfulness Exercises Website: http://mindfulnessexercises.com/ Connect Community for Mindfulness Teachers: https://mindfulnessexercises.com/connect-mindfulness-community/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Mindfulness.Exercises/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindfulness-exercises/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/exercising.mindfulness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 分
  • Should Mindfulness Teachers Show Vulnerability?

    Should Mindfulness Teachers Show Vulnerability?
    2024/10/25
    In this episode, Sean Fargo explores the question: Should mindfulness teachers show vulnerability to build trust with their students? Sean shares his insights on how to balance authenticity with professionalism when teaching mindfulness. Drawing from his experience at Google and Spirit Rock, Sean explains the fine line between sharing personal challenges and maintaining credibility. Learn how to navigate this delicate territory to create deeper connections with your students. To deepen your mindfulness teaching practice, explore Sean’s Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program. Learn more here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 分
  • How to Make Mindfulness Relevant for Daily Life

    How to Make Mindfulness Relevant for Daily Life
    2024/10/23
    How do you make mindfulness relevant to people’s daily lives so they stick with it? In this episode, Sean Fargo dives into the importance of making mindfulness and meditation accessible and meaningful. He offers practical strategies for helping students integrate mindfulness into their daily routines by personalizing it to their goals, emotions, and challenges. Learn how to move beyond cookie-cutter approaches to make mindfulness truly impactful. For more personalized teaching strategies, check out Sean’s Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program to learn how to make mindfulness relevant to different audiences. Learn more here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 分
  • How Do We Help Kids Feel Safe in Mindfulness?

    How Do We Help Kids Feel Safe in Mindfulness?
    2024/10/21
    In this episode, Sean Fargo shares essential strategies for creating safe mindfulness practices for kids. Whether you’re teaching in schools, at home, or in therapeutic settings, Sean breaks down how to ensure children feel safe and supported during mindfulness exercises. Drawing from over 15 years of experience, Sean explains how to create trust, use playful imagery, and keep practices trauma-sensitive while maintaining a fun and engaging environment. Timestamps: 0:50 – The importance of safety in mindfulness. 3:30 – How to adapt different mindfulness practices 4:50 – Encouraging courage in kids 6:50 – The role of trust and building a genuine connection with kids. 8:10 – Techniques keep kids engaged in mindfulness practice 9:50 – The non-judgmental aspect of mindfulness 12:00 – Creative mindfulness techniques for kids Explore Sean’s Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program to learn more about teaching mindfulness to kids and adults. https://bit.ly/MindfulnessCertify 🌱 Be a Part of our Growing Community Mindfulness Exercises Website: http://mindfulnessexercises.com/ Connect Community for Mindfulness Teachers: https://mindfulnessexercises.com/connect-mindfulness-community/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Mindfulness.Exercises/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindfulness-exercises/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/exercising.mindfulness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 分
  • Can Mindfulness Really Help You Let Your Guard Down?

    Can Mindfulness Really Help You Let Your Guard Down?
    2024/10/19
    How long do you need to practice mindfulness before you feel truly safe? In this episode, Sean Fargo, founder of Mindfulness Exercises and a former Buddhist monk, shares valuable insights on how mindfulness can help you release fear, calm your emotions, and find a sense of refuge in the present moment. 🌿 Whether you're a mindfulness teacher or practitioner, this video provides practical tools to cultivate safety and connection, both with yourself and others. Mindfulness can help anyone—no matter where you are in your journey—find inner peace in the face of life’s challenges. If you're looking to deepen your practice or help others feel safe through mindfulness, check out the links below for more resources from Sean Fargo. 📜 Become Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification: https://bit.ly/MindfulnessCertify Trauma-Sensitivity Teaching Certification: https://bit.ly/METraumaSensitiveMindfulnessCourse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 分
  • Teaching Mindfulness Is Simpler Than You Think - No Expertise Needed

    Teaching Mindfulness Is Simpler Than You Think - No Expertise Needed
    2024/10/17
    Anyone can guide others in mindfulness, no matter their age or experience. Even a 5-year-old can teach mindfulness better than you think. In this episode, Sean Fargo, founder of Mindfulness Exercises, makes a bold statement about how even a kindergartener can teach mindfulness. Through a touching story about his daughter, Sean explains why teaching mindfulness is simpler than most people realize. It’s not about enlightenment or complicated techniques—it’s about inviting people to be present in the moment. Sean shares how his 5-year-old daughter helps him practice mindfulness by asking, "How are you feeling? Can you bring gentle awareness to this moment?" This episode shows that anyone can guide others in mindfulness, no matter their age or experience. Teaching mindfulness is about offering others a moment to connect with themselves, without judgment or expectations. Discover why teaching mindfulness doesn’t require years of practice or being mindful 100% of the time. If you’re interested in learning how to teach mindfulness or want to become certified, check out Sean’s Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program for the tools and support to guide others with confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 分
  • Finding Calm in Challenging Times | Mindfulness Hiking with Sean Fargo

    Finding Calm in Challenging Times | Mindfulness Hiking with Sean Fargo
    2024/10/10
    Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in challenging situations? In this episode, discover how to practice mindfulness even when life gets tough. Through real-life experiences from a hiking journey, Sean Fargo, founder of Mindfulness Exercises and a former Buddhist monk, teaches practical techniques to release resistance, embrace the moment, and find peace. With Sean’s wisdom and gentle guidance, you'll learn how to turn to mindfulness as a source of strength and resilience, no matter how difficult life becomes. This can help you in softening resistance and finding ease in life's toughest moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 分