Viral Mindfulness the Podcast

Alexander Smith | Mindfulness Teacher
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Viral Mindfulness the Podcast

Featured on CNN, viralmindfulness.com, HIV Plus Magazine, The Gay HotSpot, and the cover of Positively Aware—my work as a mindfulness teacher and artist encourages you to discover your spiritual rhythm. I earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Utah in 2003, and a Bachelor of Science from Brigham Young University (1999). During migration from a basement office (with no windows) at Salt Lake Community College’s Health & Wellness Services, I resigned from the traditional clinical world, and moved my practice online in 2012. I live near the ocean in Huntington Beach, California, and enjoy yoga, running trails at the Wetlands, bird watching, live theater & music, and painting. As a spiritual muse, teacher, and musician, you're invited to join my online tribe.

  1. Make Sit Happen: Touch The Present Moment, Explore Quality of Thoughts and Mind

    3 OCT

    Make Sit Happen: Touch The Present Moment, Explore Quality of Thoughts and Mind

    Before you dive into a longer meditation, take a moment to check in with your mind. Where are you at right now? To ground yourself in the present, it can help to ask a few simple questions, ones that bring you into direct contact with what's unfolding inside you. Here's another question and touchpoint: What is the quality of you thoughts right now? Is your mind busy? Drowsy? Is your mind surprisingly still? Are your thoughts raging? Peaceful or gentle? Obsessive or calm? Explore the quality of your thoughts and the landscape of your mind, in this present moment... *Inspired by the words of Pema Chödrön

    3 min
  2. Autumn's Edge 03 Finding Space (and Colours) In The "Chaos" Of Your Mind

    2 OCT

    Autumn's Edge 03 Finding Space (and Colours) In The "Chaos" Of Your Mind

    In this episode, I reflect on the experience of engaging in a 7-day meditation challenge, offering insights on the power of simple, short meditations and the universal struggle with meditation. I share personal experiences of how incorporating even brief, 1-minute meditations has led to greater consistency and depth in my practice this week. Drawing from the wisdom of Pema Chodron, the episode emphasizes that meditation is not about achieving perfection or escaping thoughts, but about creating space to witness the mind's activity without judgment. This process of noticing and allowing thoughts to come and go, Alexander Blue Feather suggests, is at the core of true meditation practice. I also share the joy of community meditation sessions, expresses gratitude for a birthday gift, and looks forward to upcoming personal events and gatherings, including attending a retreat at Kripalu. The episode closes with words of encouragement, reminding listeners that meditation is a revolutionary practice that allows us to hold space for our thoughts, feelings, and deeper emotions, such as grief and pain.

    12 min
  3. Make Sit Happen: Touch The Present Moment, Explore Any Physical Sensations

    2 OCT

    Make Sit Happen: Touch The Present Moment, Explore Any Physical Sensations

    Before you dive into a longer meditation, take a moment to check in with your mind. Where are you at right now? To ground yourself in the present, it can help to ask a few simple questions, ones that bring you into direct contact with what's unfolding inside you. Here's the next question: Are you experiencing any physical sensations? Pain, tightness, relaxation? Explore your body and its sensations, in this moment, on your own... *Inspired by the words of Pema Chödrön

    3 min
  4. Make Sit Happen: Touch The Present Moment, What Are You Feeling?

    30 SEPT

    Make Sit Happen: Touch The Present Moment, What Are You Feeling?

    Before you dive into a longer meditation, take a moment to check in with your mind. Where are you at right now? To ground yourself in the present, it can help to ask a few simple questions, ones that bring you into direct contact with what's unfolding inside you. Start with this: What are you feeling? Can you connect with that? It could be an emotion or a sensation in your body—maybe you're feeling calm, agitated, tired, or even in pain. Don’t try to fix or change it, just notice. Can you simply be with what’s here, in this moment? Inspired by the words of Pema Chödrön.

    3 min
  5. Is Hope Sus? Why Letting Go Might Just Set You Free

    28 SEPT

    Is Hope Sus? Why Letting Go Might Just Set You Free

    In this episode, we explore why hope, while seemingly positive, might actually be keeping you stuck. Drawing inspiration from the slang "sus" (popularized by the game Among Us), we’ll dive into how hope can sometimes feel like a trap—suspicious, even. With teachings from Pema Chödrön and Stephen Jenkinson’s Die Wise, we’ll uncover how clinging to hope can numb us from reality, especially at life’s end. Join me as we unpack the idea that letting go of hope could be the key to finding true peace in the present moment.

    31 min
  6. Bash Bish Falls, Mt. Washington, Massachusetts

    27 SEPT

    Bash Bish Falls, Mt. Washington, Massachusetts

    In this episode I'll introduce you to Massachusetts largest waterfall. Sit next to Bash Bish Falls and listen for 3 minutes. Listen. Notice. Love. Sit. Stay until the three minutes is up.

    5 min
  7. Autumn's Edge 01: Super Simple 7-Day Meditation Challenge

    25 SEPT

    Autumn's Edge 01: Super Simple 7-Day Meditation Challenge

    Welcome to Autumn's Edge. Let's start with a 7-day meditation challenge. Super simple suggestions in this episode! Start today and finish Thursday, October 3, 2024. The next few episodes will be guided meditation tracks, also called MAKE SIT HAPPEN. More resources for your meditation practice → https://www.viralmindfulness.com/guided-meditation-starter-kit

    9 min
  8. The Fifth Season

    28 AGO

    The Fifth Season

    "In Chinese lore, the Fifth Season is late summer, when the glare is gone and only the color of things as they are can reach us. It takes all the seasons to become this bare. All the turmoil to be worn of edges. All the loss to hold on to nothing. All the seasons to wear our hands open. Landing here, I no longer want things. I only want moments. In the sun. In the rain. With you. When confused or sad, I only want to look to what is and tumble into joy. Together. Alone. I want to put down all I've been carrying" (Mark Nepo). Second Summer Wise Circles are open for enrollment → viralmindfulness.com

    21 min
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Featured on CNN, viralmindfulness.com, HIV Plus Magazine, The Gay HotSpot, and the cover of Positively Aware—my work as a mindfulness teacher and artist encourages you to discover your spiritual rhythm. I earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Utah in 2003, and a Bachelor of Science from Brigham Young University (1999). During migration from a basement office (with no windows) at Salt Lake Community College’s Health & Wellness Services, I resigned from the traditional clinical world, and moved my practice online in 2012. I live near the ocean in Huntington Beach, California, and enjoy yoga, running trails at the Wetlands, bird watching, live theater & music, and painting. As a spiritual muse, teacher, and musician, you're invited to join my online tribe.

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  • Creador
    Alexander Smith | Mindfulness Teacher
  • Años de actividad
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodios
    133
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