What Is Mindfulness?

In this video lesson , you will learn about the meaning of mindfulness and how to practice.

Video Length 2:50

Reflection: What is mindfulness and how might it be useful in your life?

Foundational Practice #1: Mindful Bodies

In this video lesson, you will learn about the foundational practice of mindful bodies as a way of anchoring your awareness in the present moment.

Video Length 2:09

Reflection: When would having a mindful body be helpful in your life? What happens when you find a mindful body?

Foundational Practice #2: Mindful Listening

In this video lesson, you will learn about how your 5 senses help with being more mindfulness and how to practice mindful listening.

Video Length 4:05

Reflection: When might mindful listening be helpful to you? Would mindful listening help you be a better learner, friend or family member?

Foundational Practice #3: Mindful Breathing

• In this video lesson, you will learn about the meaning behind anchor in the practice of mindfulness along with finding your own personal anchor spot for your breath.

Video Length 4:11

Reflection: When might mindful breathing be useful in your life? During challenging times? Maybe try it when you are feeling frustrated, Maybe try it when you are having troubles falling asleep at night.

Foundational Practice #4: Belly/Balloon Breathing

In this video lesson, you will continue to learn about the importance of the breath and how to practice balloon breathing, a powerful tool to help calm your nervous system down.

Video Length 3:16

Reflection: What do you notice when you belly breath? Do you feel calmer or more relaxed? Could you try to use belly breathing the next time you are dealing with strong or difficult emotions?

STOP Practice

In this video lesson, you will learn about the powerful practice of STOP, a tool that will help you navigate challenge feelings and experiences while increasing self-awareness and self-regulation.

Video Length 2:56

Reflection: When might it be helpful for you to practice STOP? Give it a try the next time you are feeling angry or frustrated and see if it makes a difference for you.

Mindfulness in Terms of Speed

In this video lesson, you will learn about the practice of mindfulness in terms of speed, the visual tool of a mind jar, and how slowing down can help us notice the goodness in our lives

Video Length 3:11

Reflection: Do you agree with the quote “You slow down half as much, you notice twice as much?” Why or why not? Where in your life might slowing down be helpful, skillful right now?

Heartfulness

In this video lesson, you will learn about the second piece of the practice; the heart practices. This is my favorite practice of all, a practice of generosity and well wishes for ourselves and each other. May you be safe, healthy, happy and live with ease.

Video Length 5:45

Reflection: Who did you send your heartfulness to? How did this make your feel? What do you most wish for our world right now?

Heartfulness: Just Like Me

In this video lesson, you will explore the possibility of seeing a difficult or challenging person for you with fresh eyes, possibility with a different perspective, focusing on your sameness rather than your differences .

Video Length 4:20

Reflection: Do you think focusing your attention on how you are similar to another person rather than their differences might cause you to be more kindness, compassionate, and understanding?

Perceptions: What Do You Feed?

In this video lesson, you will be asked about perceptions and where do you place your attention because what you tend to focus on determines your experience. This lesson is taught through the stories of the two wolves.

Video Length 3:29

Reflection: Which wolf do you feed most often? How does it feel in your body when you feed the angry wolf? How does it feel in your body when you feed the kind wolf?

What Do You Choose? Part 1

In this video lesson, you will learn about the two qualities I believe can truly change our world. Do you live with these two qualities?

Video Length 2:50

Reflection: Do you think kindness can change the world? What about curiosity? When are you kind? When are you curious?

What Do You Choose? Part 2

In this video lesson, you will learn about the power of choice and the practice of intention, a way of being in each moment.

Video Length 2:21

Reflection: Do you really think you have a choice in how you see your world? Can you pick the “lens” you look through each day? Do you have the power to change your lens if it doesn’t feel right?