Aurélien speaks with Dan Lehman, a meditation practitioner and guide for university staff at the Technical University in Eindhoven. They discuss why one would purposefully seek discomfort, the difference between pain and suffering, how meditation can help reduce suffering, while one can use painful experiences to empower oneself through detachment. They further explore how the ‘self’ could be conceived as an illusion, and what is meant by self, and finally what can be concluded on whether humans truly possess free will.   A Very Mindful Podcast helps students and professionals, and anyone interested in Mindfulness and Mental Health learn more about the theory behind the topics. It also supports the mindfulness and meditation home practice through each practice episode. Find out more at https://www.centre4innovation.org/a-very-mindful-podcast/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aurélien speaks with Prof. David Ehrhardt, an Associate Professor of International Development at Leiden University College whose passion for learning and teaching led him to develop the Learning Mindset Journal for university students. They discuss the process of learning and the importance of making mistakes, the power of journaling in learning about how to think. They talk about the relative importance of grades relative to other measures, advice to students to make the most of their years at university, and many other topics. A Very Mindful Podcast helps students and professionals, and anyone interested in Mindfulness and Mental Health learn more about the theory behind the topics. It also supports the mindfulness and meditation home practice through each practice episode. Find out more at https://www.centre4innovation.org/a-very-mindful-podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aurélien speaks with Stéphane Segatori, a Business Intelligence Consultant and the Director of the We-Space lab, a company devoted to help businesses incorporate mindfulness-based techniques into a professional working environment. They discuss how lifeless business culture has become and what is lacking at a personal level in today's workplace. This also relates to university culture, and how students can benefit from applying We-Flow principles to their study environment; things that include playfulness, excitement and the joys that can be found through mindful collaboration. A Very Mindful Podcast helps students and professionals, and anyone interested in Mindfulness and Mental Health learn more about the theory behind the topics. It also supports the mindfulness and meditation home practice through each practice episode. Find out more at https://www.centre4innovation.org/a-very-mindful-podcast/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aurélien is joined by meditation practitioner and guide, Noah Maurer. Together they explore Sahji yoga (his particular branch of meditation), after they move onto mindfulness and meditation more broadly. They explore why meditate in the first place, what students specifically can get out of it, how to understand detachment, and how mindfulness helps develop emotional intelligence. They end by discussing how stress is the bigger problem and reveal practical tips on how to counter it with methods that complement meditation well. A Very Mindful Podcast helps students and professionals, and anyone interested in Mindfulness and Mental Health learn more about the theory behind the topics. It also supports the mindfulness and meditation home practice through each practice episode. Find out more at https://www.centre4innovation.org/a-very-mindful-podcast/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aurélien dives into fundamental insights on experience and the mind that are encountered on the meditative path. Join us in this theoretical episode explaining the fluid nature of consciousness, the importance of mindfulness in dealing with emotions, and the illusion of the self. A Very Mindful Podcast helps students and professionals, and anyone interested in Mindfulness and Mental Health learn more about the theory behind the topics. It also supports the mindfulness and meditation home practice through each practice episode. Find out more at https://www.centre4innovation.org/a-very-mindful-podcast/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Aurélien uncovers common misconceptions surrounding mindfulness meditation. Join us in this theoretical episode explaining more clearly what to expect and importantly what NOT to expect from meditation practice.  A Very Mindful Podcast helps students and professionals, and anyone interested in Mindfulness and Mental Health learn more about the theory behind the topics. It also supports the mindfulness and meditation home practice through each practice episode. Find out more at https://www.centre4innovation.org/a-very-mindful-podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Aurélien introduces the second season and considers why bother about mindfulness in the first place. By simply looking into the mirror we can find the answer.  A Very Mindful Podcast helps students and professionals, and anyone interested in Mindfulness and Mental Health learn more about the theory behind the topics. It also supports the mindfulness and meditation home practice through each practice episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Very Mindful Podcast helps students and professionals, and anyone interested in Mindfulness and Mental Health learn more about the theory behind the topics. It also supports the mindfulness and meditation home practice through each practice episode. Join Aurélien, as he speaks to inspiring guests from a broad variety of fields and digs deeper into Mindfulness, Meditation and Mental Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this guided meditation, Nicole will guide you through the calmness of the ocean, allowing you to relax and experience stillness at your own pace. This is a practice suitable for beginners and everyone who wants to relax and unwind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Take a visual forest walk where you will visualise a mountain and relate what you see to your daily thoughts and emotions. This is a practice suitable for beginners and everyone who wants to turn off busy thoughts during the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During this practice, Nicole will guide you through different fields of awareness. From your breathing and hearing, to the awareness and focus of your thoughts. This meditation is suited for anyone who has already practiced Body Scan Meditation before (check out PRACTICE 1: Body Scan Meditation), as it includes moments of silence that provide the opportunity to be mindful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this practice episode, Nicole will guide you through your body with a non-judgmental scan. Body scans release tension and bring awareness to corporeal sensations and discomfort. The goal is not to relieve but to learn and become acquainted with your own body. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Nicole talks with Daniek Bosch, an expert at the Centre for Innovation (Leiden University) about positive psychology and its relation to Mindfulness. Join us for a deeper insight into the VIA character strengths, as part of positive psychology to learn more about helpful exercises and tools for self-development. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole talks to Roos ter Elst, a student well-being counsellor, about how well being affects academic success, what role teachers play in student well-being and how Mindfulness can improve learning outcomes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole talks to Katie Busch, a Leiden University and Diversity Network (LUDEN) intern and teaching assistant, about the personal developments that contribute to greater diversity and inclusion. Katie shares her journey of setting up “the space in between”, a place where students and staff meet to reflect upon their own privileges and co-create a place of learning and growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our second theory episode, Nicole speaks to Kiki Vreeling, a mindful leadership coach and researcher, about mindful leadership and dealing with change. Learn more about the leadership skills that mindfulness can help us develop, and how to mindfully adapt to new circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Nicole covers popular definitions of Mindfulness, with a focus on the Mindfulness-Based-Stress-Reduction program. Join our first theoretical episode for a journey through history and scientific research, and learn more about the background of a diverse practice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Very Mindful Podcast helps students and professionals, and anyone interested in Mindfulness and Mental Health learn more about the theory behind the topics. It also supports the mindfulness and meditation home practice through each practice episode. Join Nicole, as she speaks to interesting guests from a broad variety of fields and digs deeper into Mindfulness, Meditation and Mental Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.