Catching Z's: The Millennials Guide To Mindfulness

I had the absolute pleasure of having Richard Miller come on to the podcast.  He is one of the foremost authorities on Yoga Nidra here in the United States and Worldwide.  He has a very calm demeanor but he understands the world in a very unique way.  We talked about:  -his intro to meditation through a silent yoga class -experiencing others energies from across the globe -What yoga nidra is - What iRest yoga nidra meditation is and how it's been used for soldiers returning from war, cancer patients, people with multiple multiple sclerosis, and many more -moving testimonials about iRest  -How to tap into your unwavering essence - An insane iRest yoga nidra guided meditation at the end!    iRest      

I share my journey through Sober October and what that experience was like from a meditative perspective as well as a gratefulness practice that I've begun with my friend Jacob Aqua.  Also had a really cool moment with my wife recently that I share!     

Guru Singh guides us in a beautiful meditation about relating to the infinite stranger that is the breath and our participation in breathing it.    Guru Singh Website Guru Singh podcast episode

When I heard that Grace was "one of the coolest millennials" that Michelle Gale knows, I knew I had to get her on the podcast.  She was nothing short of amazing.  Being curious and getting introduced to yoga at a young age allows her to have a wisdom to her words that let you know she's done the work to get to where she is today.  I talk to her about:  Introduction to yoga/mindfulness early on Getting "answers" to her questions about life How to embody your mindfulness practice Her work with Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute (SIYLI) including her most recent trip to Rwanda How we can show up more as mindful millennials/humans!  Much more!      Grace's Website SIYLI Shake Hands with the Devil book    

My spiritual friend Jacob Aqua joins me on this episode of Catching up with Catching Z's as we explore SIYLI's Octobers Dyad question:  What does mindful leadership mean to you? What are some examples? How might you best cultivate mindful leadership for yourself?   Link to other Dyads and SIYLI resources

Mike Pearson leads us on a guided meditation for 2 minutes observing our breath in order to try and incorporate a practice into everyday life.    http://www.welcometothequest.com/

Thrilled to bring to you an awesome interview on a technique that I personally had no knowledge of before reading a couple of articles, Sophrology.  You will hear about the roots of Alfonso Caycedo developing this technique in the 60's and how he studied eastern contemplative techniques to come up with this new self-development technique.  We chat with Dominique, founder of BeSophro about how when she got her Masters in Caycedian Sophrology she had the unique opportunity to study with Alfonso himself and what that meant to her.  Dominique was a wonderful soft-spoken guest that had a lot of powerful things to say about the technique that has transformed her life and how she is now able to bring that to all of her clients.  She guides us through a brief sophrology exercise at the end, and that was a pretty unique experience!     Be-Sophro Website Facebook BeSophro The Life Changing Power of Sophrology  

This weeks episode Nick addresses changes that are going on in his life, including some changes to the podcast.  He talks about how meditation has helped him to get through these changes!   

Lena Dicken leads us in a meditation incorporating going inward and outward.    Saltwater Sessions

Today we have the pleasure of bringing on two wonderful ladies, Justine and Rachel from LulaFit.  They each bring a unique perspective as they've been yoga teachers for different lengths of time.  In this episode you will hear us talk about:  How and when they got into yoga  The yoga exercise craze and what it means for yoga How to start a practice on your own As yoga teachers what do they look for in a yoga class? Working a job you're passionate about and how to do that yourself A wonderful loving kindness meditation at the end!  Lulafit Website Books:  The Power of Habit The places that scare you by Pema Chodron    

Scott Haber leads us in this guided meditation.    http://scotthaber.com/

Sharon Salzberg leads us in a very simple, calming meditation.    Sharon Salzberg interview https://www.sharonsalzberg.com/

Zach and Nick chat about this months Dyad: What is one daily mindfulness or compassion practice that might help you develop your well-being? The well-being of others?    SIYLI Dyad Resources http://humanetech.com/take-control/

We had the pleasure of having another one of the lovely gentlemen from MeditationWorks join us for this episode.  This time we interviewed Josh Leider, Chief Marketing Officer and cousin of Co-Founder Jake Leider. Josh brought a unique perspective as he talks about how camp brought him into his mindfulness practice and how camp brings out the best in us.  We talk about the benefits of in person meditation vs. app based meditation.  Josh has some great perspectives to share as a millennial entrepreneur in the meditation space.  Stay tuned for his meditation at the end!    https://meditationworks.com/ Jake Leider Episode

Jon Carson leads us in a short, simple breath meditation that can be done at any time to help keep us centered.    Jon's Twitter https://www.mindfulcop.com/  

Hope everyone had a labor-free, Labor Day.  This week we are thrilled to have a one of a kind guest on our show Jalen Gildersleeve.  Jalen not only has an amazing company called, MindHaK, but he lives his life with a passion, gusto, and relentlessness that should be used for a role model for all living beings.  By the way! Stay tuned until the end for an amazing meditation to help you ease into your week!    Jalen Gildersleeve LinkedIn

Nick and Zach chop it up about Search Inside Yourself Leadership Insitutues (SIYLI) August Dyad that asks this question: What is one meaningful, achievable change you would like to make in your work, life or in the world? How can mindfulness support you? August 2018 Dyad

Jason Garner leads us in a very gentle, simple meditation.    https://jasongarner.com/

In this day in age where technology is creeping deeper and deeper into all the slits of our lives ,Susan Reynolds is doing something about it for the people who need it the most.  Through Susan's creation of Mindhood, college students are taking a more mindful approach to their lives, whether that be school work, relationships, or mindful "beer pong"! Listen on how through Susans passion, the world is becoming a better place around her.  Mindhood Website Susans Twitter

Tanur Badgley takes us on a very simple guided meditation fresh off of his 10 day retreat in Thailand.    People of Purpose Podcast Tanur's Facebook