Deep Seed Podcast for Coaches

Dalida Turkovic

The Deep Seed Podcast for Coaches is hosted by the Beijing Mindfulness Academy and focuses on providing valuable insights for coaches and mindfulness practitioners. The podcast features experienced coaches and guest speakers who discuss various topics that are essential for coaches looking to deepen their practice, including mindfulness, therapy, and contemplative practices. Each episode dives into practical advice on how to integrate coaching competencies and navigate challenges within the coaching profession. It is particularly beneficial for coaches who are interested in applying mindfulness and somatic techniques to enhance their client interactions and personal growth https://www.beijingmindfulnessacademy.com/podcast)

  1. 01/07/2025

    Episode 52: Mindfulness and Life with Sasha Radovic

    Podcast Overview: Sasha Radovic's Journey into Mindfulness In this episode, we explore the fascinating journey of Sasha Radovic, a mindfulness practitioner and teacher whose path was profoundly shaped by Tibetan Buddhism and secular mindfulness practices. From leaving a corporate career in London to embarking on a 3-year Buddhist retreat, Sasha's story reveals how mindfulness can transform both individuals and communities. Key Themes: A Personal Transformation: Sasha shares how discovering Tibetan Buddhism in the 1990s led him to embrace a spiritual path, eventually founding the National Teachers Association Mindfulness Montenegro.Mindfulness with Ease: Drawing from Tibetan Buddhist Dzogchen teachings, Sasha emphasizes the power of naturalness, humor, and compassion in mindfulness practice.Bridging Cultures: Learn how Sasha adapts mindfulness teachings to resonate across different cultural contexts, ensuring accessibility without religious overtones.Mindfulness Meets Coaching: Sasha discusses the synergy between mindfulness and life coaching, encouraging coaches to deepen self-awareness and emotional regulation through mindfulness.Advice for Practitioners: Sasha offers invaluable guidance for aspiring mindfulness teachers, including the importance of authentic training, patience, and savoring the journey.Why Listen? This episode is a treasure trove for anyone interested in mindfulness, coaching, or integrating contemplative practices into daily life. Sasha's wisdom provides practical advice and inspiration for teachers, coaches, and mindfulness enthusiasts alike. Looking Ahead: Sasha envisions a future where mindfulness is more accessible and culturally relevant, integrated into education systems, professional fields, and global initiatives like the UN's World Meditation Day. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that blends ancient wisdom with modern mindfulness practices! Produced by BMC Academy, www.bmcacademy.com. Mindfulness-Based Coach training with ICF certification.

    53 min
  2. 11/01/2024

    Episode 51: How to Create a Movement - Lessons from Climate Change Practitioners with Alex Pearson

    This episode centers on a discussion with Alex Pearson and a group of participants on building and sustaining meaningful communities and social movements. Alex shares insights on creating purpose-driven movements, drawing from examples such as climate action, Black Lives Matter, and mindfulness.  Key points include: 1. Commitment to Purpose: A movement requires a clear, shared purpose that goes beyond personal gain. Alex emphasizes that impactful movements are often driven by outward-focused goals that serve a broader cause, like environmental sustainability or social justice. 2. Community Building and Sangha: Participants discuss the importance of "Sangha" or community in sustaining individual and collective mindfulness practices. They suggest that collective action in movements, like climate change advocacy, relies on community strength to foster resilience and reach critical mass. 3. The Role of the First Follower: Using a story about a lone dancer at a festival, the transcript illustrates that while leaders are essential, the first follower plays a crucial role in legitimizing the movement and attracting others. 4. Inner and Outer Purposes: There's a strong theme of balancing personal healing and societal contribution. Mindfulness practitioners note that individual well-being (inward focus) enhances their capacity to serve the community (outward focus), creating a regenerative cycle. 5. Ikigai and Sustainable Fulfillment: The discussion touches on "Ikigai," the Japanese concept of a balanced life purpose. Participants recognize that sustainable happiness stems from work that aligns with personal passion, societal needs, and fulfillment beyond monetary gain. The conversation concludes with reflections on the importance of mutual support, purpose, and giving back to sustain individual well-being and larger movements. This balance enables individuals to maintain passion and resilience in advocacy and community work. Produced by BMC Academy, www.bmcacademy.com. Mindfulness-Based Coach training with ICF certification.

    56 min
  3. 09/27/2024

    Episode 50: Building and Sustaining Good Habits with Alex Pearson

    Webinar Summary: Sustainable Living and Mindful Habits by Dalida Turkovic & Alex Pearson  In our recent webinar, two inspiring speakers shared their personal journeys of transitioning to more sustainable and mindful ways of living. Drawing from their experiences of moving from China and starting from scratch in new environments, they offered practical advice and reflections on how small changes can lead to big impacts. One of our speakers, Alex, highlighted her work in helping both individuals and organizations on the path to sustainability. From designing learning programs for small businesses to consulting with large corporations on reaching net zero, Alex’s approach shows how powerful mindful living can be. She shared everyday practices like making her own cleaning products, reducing plastic usage, and even crafting plant-based milk and tofu at home—all as examples of how sustainable habits can be simple, fun, and rewarding. The conversation touched on the challenges we face when trying to break old habits and form new, more sustainable ones. Both speakers reflected on the importance of slowing down, being mindful, and appreciating local resources. They emphasized that sustainability isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress, small steps, and finding joy in the process. An important theme of the webinar was the role that community and coaching can play in supporting individuals through these transitions. As our speakers pointed out, sustainable movements often start at the grassroots level, where collective efforts can spark significant societal change. Coaches, in particular, can be instrumental in helping people navigate these changes with compassion and mindfulness. The webinar was filled with practical tips and heartfelt stories that encourage us all to reflect on our habits, make intentional choices, and build a more sustainable future—both for ourselves and our communities. We look forward to continuing this journey together. Stay tuned for our next session, where we will dive deeper into creating sustainable movements and building stronger communities. Next session: How to Create a Movement: Lessons from Climate Change Practitioners Date: October 10, 2024 Time: 12PM - 1PM London | 1PM - 2PM Belgrade | 7PM - 8PM Beijing Explore strategies used by climate change practitioners to create and sustain powerful movements. Learn how to apply these insights to any cause you’re passionate about and become a catalyst for positive change in your community. Produced by BMC Academy, www.bmcacademy.com. Mindfulness-Based Coach training with ICF certification.

    53 min
  4. 04/06/2024

    Episode 47: The Shadow with Dr Theo Cope

    In this episode Dalida and the Dr. Theo discussed various psychological concepts including the shadow, individuation, and the self, with a focus on their importance in personal growth and self-acceptance. Lastly, they touched on the role of coaching, the collective unconscious, and the challenges of navigating masculinity in contemporary society. Dr. Theo is a former head of the Mental Health Department at the International Hospital in Beijing. He lived in China since 1998, working in the Mental Health Department, and teaching at universities. He is also the author of two books: Fear of Jung: The Complex Doctrine and Emotional Science, and Re-thinking, re-visioning, re-placing: From neo-platonism to Bahāʼī in a Jung way (George Ronald Bahāʼī studies series) "We live in a world of light and shadow. Consciousness is a light, and the shadow is those unconscious components of us that we're not aware of good and bad. Because shadow could be something that we just have never had the opportunity to develop." Timestamps 04:22 Discussing the Shadow in Psychology 08:07 Individuation, Awareness, and Personal Growth 13:19 Discussing Self, Consciousness, and Shadow 19:58 Self in Philosophical and Religious Contexts 27:27 Inner Child, Shadow, and Self Psychology 34:28 Inner Child Work and Triggering Traumas 38:15 Personal Experiences, Coaching, and Collective Unconscious 43:04 Emotional Reactions and Contemporary Masculinity 48:45 Shadow, Self and Personal Growth Produced by BMC Academy, www.bmcacademy.com. Mindfulness-Based Coach training with ICF certification.

    57 min

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The Deep Seed Podcast for Coaches is hosted by the Beijing Mindfulness Academy and focuses on providing valuable insights for coaches and mindfulness practitioners. The podcast features experienced coaches and guest speakers who discuss various topics that are essential for coaches looking to deepen their practice, including mindfulness, therapy, and contemplative practices. Each episode dives into practical advice on how to integrate coaching competencies and navigate challenges within the coaching profession. It is particularly beneficial for coaches who are interested in applying mindfulness and somatic techniques to enhance their client interactions and personal growth https://www.beijingmindfulnessacademy.com/podcast)