Untangle, The Podcast From Meditation Studio

Koshin is the co-founder of the NY Zen Center for Contemplative Care, a Jungian Psychotherapist and a visionary thought leader and teacher in the world of the end of life care. He's also the author of a relatively new book called, "Wholehearted: Slow Down, Help Out, Wake Up". In this conversation, he shares why it is so important that we connect with one another with honesty and vulnerability. He shares how often we put artificial barriers between us and others -- and builds a strong case for being more emotionally intimate in all of our interactions and relationships. He suggests that more connection with each other will help us to live our lives to the fullest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nataly Kogan is the author of "Happier Now: How to Stop Chasing Perfection and Embrace Everyday Moments (Even the Difficult Ones)". She asks us to stop ‘waiting’ for happiness and teaches that true happiness is an ‘inside job.’ If we accept all of our feelings and embrace even our messy emotions, we can change our mindset to be more fulfilled every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best selling author and change expert MJ Ryan shares how to mindfully realize your goals this year. Her book, "Habit Changers", is chock full of ideas on how you can permanently change your negative habits to positive ones to become happier and more successful. She shares simple and actionable strategies to kick-start the new year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Fred Luskin is the Director and Co-founder of the Stanford University Forgiveness Project and the author of several bestselling books including "Forgive for Good: A Proven Prescription for Health and Happiness". He dives into what the science tells us about the healing powers and medical benefits of forgiveness. Dr. Luskin explains why you don't have to forget, or even feel good, about 'the incident’ in order to forgive, but we do have to change the story we tell ourselves about the inciting grievance. It’s good stuff for those of us who might hold a grudge or two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Untangle Podcast, learn how to create any habit you want! By celebrating even the smallest changes as victories, you can rewire your brain to tackle your year's challenges successfully. Guest BJ Fogg teaches us how to shine in 2020 and beyond. Learn more about BJ Fogg at www.bjfogg.com and read his book, "Tiny Habits". Save on Muse at www.choosemuse.com with the discount code UNTANGLE15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The last of our five New Year meditations is by Chodo Campbel and was chosen to help you fall asleep now that vacation might be over. It can also be found on the Muse and Meditation Studio apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's fourth New Year meditation is by Melli O'Brien and was created to inspire you to connect with what matters most. It can also be found on the Muse and Meditation Studio apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Day three of our New Year's meditations is focused on creating your ideal life by Ashley Turner. It can also be found on the Muse and Meditation Studio apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Day two of our New Year's meditations is by Jesse Israel on finding positive energy. It can also be found in the Muse and Meditation Studio apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year from all of us at Untangle! This week we'll be sharing a meditation each day to help kick start your new year. Today's Untangle meditation is a new year meditation by Chrissy Carter! This meditation can also be found in the Muse and Meditation Studio apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this brief podcast, we summarize what we’ve learned about happiness and joy this past year from our many amazing guests. Good news! We’re never too old to change and develop new habits that help us cultivate more joy and inspire us to be the best version of ourselves. We wish you a year filled with much health, happiness, and joy; more self-awareness, curiosity, adventure, growth, and wisdom. Remember: you don’t have to make any giant declarations just because it’s the new year! Small actions or choices every day can be a perfect way to reach your goals. Happy New Year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As children, the holidays hold an undeniable sense of magic. As adults, we can lose our sense of that magic in the busyness and obligation of the season. In this special holiday episode of Untangle, we learn that we can uncover the magic and mystery that is there for us all to savor--if we can get quiet enough to listen. This beautiful episode inspires us to hear, see, and taste the magic of the season. It might just change how you think about the holidays! Our guest is Father John Markey, an LGBTQ Roman-Catholic priest, and professor of theology and spirituality at Oblate School of Theology. We've saved everyone a seat at our holiday table! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Robert Brooks is a clinical psychologist and author of over 17 books, including the one we discuss in this interview, "The Power of Resilience". He shares some of the characteristics of those who believe we have control over our lives versus those who are quickly overwhelmed by challenges. Hear how gratitude, making a difference, practicing empathy, and turning off the ‘struggle switch’ all lead to more emotional intelligence and the realizaiton that we are the authors of our own lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder why some people thrive in the face of adversity? It turns out that skill is teachable! In this week's episode of Untangle, Dr. Manpreet Singh teaches you 10 things you can do to build resilience in your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

India Arie has won 4 Grammy Awards and sold over 14 million records world-wide. She’s from a long line of preachers and musicians, so her music is a blend of poetry, wisdom, and spirituality. Her mission is to spread love, healing, joy, and peace through the power of words and music. At 19 years old, India began writing her own songs as catharsis and, she says, music is still her most important outlet for all the thoughts, feelings, and emotions that are deep inside her sensitive soul. She shares that her daily ‘practice’ and inspiration is a blend of journaling, yoga, and innervision meditation. If you haven’t heard her song “I Am Light” you’ll want to listen to it right now--It’s truly special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From all of us at Untangle, Meditation Studio, and Muse, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! Many of our guests refer to having a gratitude practice as one of the most important tools we can have. We hope this special Gratitude and Reflection meditation helps you take a moment to remember what you’re grateful for and what gives you joy. We wish you much happiness and love throughout all the upcoming holidays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring Washam is the author of an amazing book called "A Fierce Heart: Finding Strength, Courage and Wisdom in any Moment." She shares her thoughts on how we can emerge from the darkest moments in our lives--and even use our suffering as a catalyst for growth She talks about things like Divine Patience and using humour as a resource for when we’re at our worst. Spring also shares the work she's now doing combining plant-based medicines with meditation in Peru, and how this powerful blend of ayahuasca and meditation can be so transformative. She’s a beautiful soul who shares so much wisdom in this interview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder what goes on inside the minds of top performers? By adopting alter egos--and alternate personas--top athletes, musicians, CEOs, and other high-performing individuals unlock a new capacity to excel. We talk to performance expert Todd Herman to learn how you can harness the power of personas for yourself. After recording this episode, our host Ariel Garten used this technique to effortlessly organize her closet and take on a host of better habits! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many of us spend hours in the gym, or reading books on personal growth, or at mindfulness retreats working on getting stronger and healthier physically and emotionally. Then, when it comes to working on our relationships, we HOPE that our feelings about our romantic partner will magically freeze in that exciting cocoon of the first year we’re together. Suzann Pileggi, co-author of "Happy Together: Using the Science of Positive Psychology to Build Love that Lasts," shares what it takes to really grow and deepen love. She provides insights on the all-important connection between our overall happiness and our most important relationships. Check out Suzann's website at www.buildhappytogether.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can we accelerate and enhance the benefits of mindfulness with technology? Jay Sanguinetti is a neuroscientist researching non-invasive brain stimulation in order to enhance cognition and well-being. Learn how mindfulness works in your brain and how to apply it in the moment to break negative habits or form positive ones. Listen as we dive inside his head in this episode of Untangle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices