Everyday Mindfulness Show

What does it mean to be a consciously mindful parent? How can parents evolve and grow during the lifetime journey that is parenting? Is there a one-size-fits-all style of parenting that will work wonders to make perfectly-well adjusted kids? Zen Parenting Radio’s Cathy and Todd Adams join Host, Mike Domitrz to discuss their mindful approach to parenting and the challenges they face as parents.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways:   [1:58] Why Todd and Cathy are consciously mindful parents. [5:43] The challenges of knowing what kind of parent you want to be. [12:11] As parents, you cannot fully understand what your child’s experiences are. [19:06] Growing and evolving as a parent. [29:00] Practices Todd and Cathy employ on their journey of mindful parenting.   Mentioned in This Episode:   Soul to Soul Parenting: A Guide to Raising a Spiritually Conscious Family, by Annie Burnside Cathy Cassani Adams, LCSW, CPC is a self-awareness expert focused on parenting and the personal emp

Is grief something to be kept in the shadows or is it better to bring it out into the light? How can mindfulness and meditation be used to heal our hearts and minds when we are separated from love? In this thought-provoking, one-on-one interview, Guest, Leah Guy, joins Host, Mike Domitrz, to share techniques that help people experience the deep emotions associated with loss, to drop the associated blame, and to get their energy moving in a way that helps them arrive at a place of healing and peace.    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [1:39] Leah explains the dangers of people who detach.  [6:49] How to be fearless in grief.  [17:48] Emotional workouts can include walking meditations.  [22:33] Leah came to healing and mindfulness after her survivor experience.  [24:48] How survivors can move forward.    Mentioned in This Episode:    Brené Brown    The Fearless Path: A Radical Awakening to Emotional Healing and Inner Peace,[Text Wrapping Bre

What does it mean to truly forgive another person? And, do we all forgive in the same way? Are we all just doing the best we can with what we have been given? Host, Mike Domitrz, asks CAST members Rick Clemons, Dr. Jenn, and Barry Moniak to share their thoughts on how they use mindfulness to navigate through potentially uncomfortable situations when seeing the best in another person is more cloudy than clear.    The quote that Inspired this week’s show is "See with the heart so that what is invisible to the eye becomes visible as the living magic of reality. Seeing one drop of water can be seeing all water. See how things display their harmony and their chaos at the same time. We are never limited by beauty alone but we appreciate all sides of reality properly.” — from the book Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior, by Chögyam Trungpa.    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [1:59] Mike reads the quote and asks Jenn how she sees the good inside of people. 

As a first-generation immigrant to the U.S., in high school, Aida Vazin found herself in a multicultural melting pot. As a natural observer, she found more similarities than differences in the family lives of her classmates, even though many had varying cultural and religious backgrounds. Aida built upon her experiences by studying psychology, anthropology, and cultural dynamics to gain a unique perspective on cultural identity. She has dedicated her career to assisting other first-generation immigrants to embrace their history and culture through mindfulness and the power of choice. She joins Host Mike Domitrz, to share her enlightening perspective.    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [2:23] Aida’s cultural upbringing led her to specialize in cultural dynamics and mindfulness.  [9:00] Was becoming “Americanized” part of Aida’s cultural confusion or adaptation?  [12:41] How to ask questions to make people feel culturally safe.  [16:47] How to use mindfulne

What does it mean to be mindful? Is mindfulness a mindset, a way of life or is it a practice? Is mindfulness congruent with religion or meditation? Is mindfulness hard? Host Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Alan Anderson, Barry Moniak, and Holly Duckworth to explore common myths surrounding mindfulness and to share how mindfulness myths have affected their lives.    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [1:42] Mike asks the CAST “What is the biggest myth you hear surrounding mindfulness?”  [11:07] Using images to portray mindfulness.  [18:17] What is mindful work?  [23:25] A common myth is meditating is napping.  [27:15] The CAST shares mindfulness myths that have affected them.    Mentioned in This Episode:     Emotional Intelligence, by Daniel Goleman       Alan Anderson is a long-time mindfulness practitioner, and teaches to a wide range of students from children to adult; from Harley-Davidson cohort to a tent full of 200 Buddhists. He

When faced with a harrowing decision, LeAnn Thieman turned to her higher power to ask for guidance. In that moment, clarity and confidence enveloped her and she knew going to Vietnam to save orphaned babies was what she was supposed to do. In the midst of a war zone, LeAnn helped to care for and save thousands of children from an uncertain future by assisting their travel to a new life in the United States as part of the Operation Babylift project.    Today, LeAnn uses her unique experience to help healthcare workers take care of themselves through her Self Care for Health Care program. Through her work as a speaker and author of 14 of the Chicken Soup books, LeAnn shares her inspirational insights to help others to find a life balance through mindful practices.    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [2:46] During the Vietnam War, LeAnn was thrown into the Operation Babylift project.  [9:35] LeAnn’s son is an All American Boy from Vietnam.  [12:34] Writing

Can sex be mindful and still be sexy? Is it possible to make the experience of intimacy mutually amazing while practicing mindfulness?  How does "gentle curiosity" about our partners lead to a connected sexual experience? Host Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Karli Johnson, Barry Moniak, and Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus to talk sex, intimacy and to share what being mindful during sex means to them in all its beauty and awkwardness.    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [1:24] Sex and mindfulness, is the concept provocative?   [6:31] In the moment, where do we focus our attention and is it on our partner or on ourselves?  [18:52] Happy naked fun time.   [21:30] In a relationship, what if one partner doesn’t have the same interest in exploring the mindfulness of sex?  [29:47] How to have an open, loving and supportive conversation with your sexual partner.      As a nationwide speaker, educator and storyteller on Power-Based Violence, Karli Johnson not only

Loving our bodies without shame can be an empowering experience. But, how do people become comfortable with being nude or simply exposing more of their skin? Are we responsible for what other people think about how we show up in the world? How can fears about being naked in certain environments be overcome? Host Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Rick Clemons, Sean Douglas, Lisa Baker-King and Barry Moniak to enlighten us with their personal perspectives about what showing some skin means to them.    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.      Key Takeaways:    [2:01] Mike asks Lisa what she thinks about a recent Britain’s Got Talent headline.  [5:57] Are we responsible for the judgments others make about our choices?  [19:33] How do we help people get more comfortable with nudity?  [27:20] What are the CAST’s biggest fears in a completely nude environment?      Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life co

Have you been impacted by someone's bias or privilege? Was it intentional or was it done unconsciously? Do people get advantages because of privilege?  If you really looked in the mirror, would you find any biases within yourself? Today’s enlightening conversation will make you think differently about first impressions, the concept of privilege and biases. Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes special guest, Diversity and Inclusion expert, Lenora Billings-Harris to discuss the basis of bias, becoming aware of unconscious biases, and the importance of inclusion.      Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [2:05] Lenora Billings-Harris shares her mission.  [4:11] Unconscious bias is neither positive or negative.  [8:29] Overcoming biases that are reflective of prejudices and stereotypes.  [18:42] Biases formed in childhood may still exist in adulthood.  [26:29] Applying mindfulness every day.    Mentioned in This Episode:    Daily Cup of Yoga    365 Sci

Living minimally - the struggle is real! When you think of "living minimally" do you think of stuff, of clutter, of material things or is it more spiritual? Why is it hard to let go of our "things", do they define us? Do they represent the story we want to tell to the world? If a fire laid waste to all of our possessions, how likely would we be to buy each one again? Host, Mike Domitrz, along with CAST members Maria Janowiak, Megan Merchant, and Berni Xiong describe their own personal experiences and failures with minimalism, the difference between purposefully downsizing and a forced circumstance, and valuable resources they use on their journey to be intentional. The quote that inspired this conversation is “Live minimally and thus live more free.” — Timber Hawkeye from Buddhist Boot camp.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [2:02] Mike reads a quote and asks the CAST what living minimally means to them.  [8:45] Achieving minimalism by way of a vision.  [14

What do you think of when you hear the word ‘accountability’? Do you think about ‘being held accountable for something’ in its negative connotation? What about 'accountability partners'? Is it possible there is a better way to think and live accountability? Our next guest passionately embraces the tenet that values are what a relationship is built upon and that is what drives accountability. Join Host, Mike Domitrz as he welcomes Author, Speaker, Consultant, and his personal confidante, Sam Silverstein to the podcast. Sam redefines accountability as a spiritual, values-based principle and describes the importance of understanding your non-negotiables so you can align with people who share similar values.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [2:38] How does accountability fit in line with mindfulness?  [5:19] Old-school accountability versus spiritual accountability, what’s the difference?  [13:56] Living your values.  [19:29] Aligning with those who share si

How much attention are you paying to the number of "likes" you get on social media? Do you seek constant feedback from others to feel valued? What do you think of when you hear the word "Ego"? Is it a negative connotation? What about "Warrior"? Can a warrior be meek and still be strong? Host, Mike Domitrz, along with CAST members Alan Anderson, Rick Clemons, Barry Moniak, and Pat Corrigan Culotti investigate the quandary, “If our primary goal is to serve others, how can our ego serve us?”    The quote that inspired this conversation is “The warrior of meek has abandoned gain, victory, and fame, leaving them far behind. You are not dependent on feedback from others because you have no doubt about yourself. You do not rely on encouragement or discouragement; therefore, you also have no need to display your valor to others.” from Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior, by Chögyam Trungpa    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [1:58] Mike reads a quote from Sha

When trying to do more than one thing at a time, are you multitasking or multi-failing? The brain likes harmony. It can truly only focus on one thing at a time. When we are bombarded with distractions and interruptions, our brains shrink and our memories flatten. How? Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes Scott Halford for a scientific and mindful discussion about why it’s important to be intentional, to be present, and to reset your mind three times a day.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways:   [2:20] What mindfulness mean to Scott. [3:37] Scott helps people who beat up their brains. [7:24] Reset your Cortisol to find true mindfulness. [17:34] The Ellen Langer experiment. [21:41] Clear out your prefrontal cortex. [25:19] Be intentional and do the heavy lifting in the morning. [28:46] Books Scott finds transformational.   Mentioned in This Episode:   Counterclockwise: Mindful Health and the Power of Possibility, by Ellen Langer   Activate Your Brain: How Understanding Your Brain Can Improve

Have you ever reached the point of not being able to keep your feelings in any longer? Did you fear you would be judged if you were to speak up? How to do honor who you are, be authentic with your voice and yet respect those who have a different opinion? Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Barry Moniak, Darren Tipton, and Berni Xiong to discuss the important differences between speaking out and speaking up, how we can say our truths without negative energy and the benefits of being consistent.   The quote that inspired this conversation is: “Bravery, the courage to be — to live in the world without any deception and with tremendous kindness and caring for others. Bravery begins to heighten your existence.” from Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior, by Chögyam Trungpa.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways:   [1:08] Mike reads the quote and asks ‘how do we speak out against harm without doing harm?’ [6:03] Bernie encourages her community to speak up. [9:33] The fear of being t

Do you have a heart for service? Have you been in a place where helping might mean letting go of your own personal biases and privileges? How do you hold onto your calling when it seems like everything around you is conspiring against you? Host Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST member Darren Tipton for a special one-on-one interview. Darren shares his journey from being a 10-year-old boy who wandered into a nursing home after his grandmother died...looking to find other grandmothers to love;  to offering no-judgement rides, as a young adult, to spring breakers who were intoxicated; to "standing in the gap" for people as the leader of Project Humanity. Be prepared to be inspired.     Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [1:23] Darren applies mindfulness to the work Project Humanity does in Africa.  [8:18] Respecting the mindfulness of another culture.  [13:23] How Darren started his journey of standing in the gap for other people.  [23:46] A passion for service can be

When is the first time you can remember experiencing love? Do you view heaven as a religious place or as a spiritual utopia? Host, Mike Domitrz, and CAST members Rick Clemons and Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus unpack the concepts of self-love and unconditional love to uncover what it takes to come from a mindful place of love - within us.     The quote that inspired this episode is “‘The kingdom of heaven is within you.’ So we should ask the question to ourselves what this means.” from Breakfast with Buddha, by Roland Merullo.    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.    Key Takeaways:    [1:09] Mike reads a quote from Breakfast with Buddha and asks CAST members what it means to them.  [7:24] The process of melding self-love and unconditional love together.   [14:45] How do we recognize the ‘red flags’ to determine we lack self-love?  [20:49] Quieting the brain to come from a place of love and purity.  [28:08] Books Rick and Dr. Jenn find insightful.    Mentioned in This Episode: 

How teachable are you? Are you able to surrender and to fail in order to gain a different perspective? Chad Hymas is a unique individual who learned to laugh at his mistakes and who turned his experience of paralysis into an opportunity of potential. Chad’s remarkable insights make him one of the most sought-after speakers in the world. Through speaking, Chad (a close friend of host, Mike Domitrz) guides audiences through the process of discovering what they are truly capable of, and how success can be found in making others successful. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:13] A drastic event in Chad’s life changed his belief system. [5:57] Differences can open up doors to friendship. [12:01] To reach a place of potential a person must be teachable. [20:31] Chad reminds himself of what he is grateful for every single day. [24:22] Resources Chad uses for inspiration.   Mentioned in This Episode: Doing What Must Be Done, by Chad Hymas Turn the Ship Around! A True Story of Turning Fo

Writing is an author’s special gift they share with the world. But does a story manifest itself, guiding an author through the process, or does an author write what is in their mind? Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Alan Anderson, Lisa Baker King, Alexandra Folz, and Berni Xiong to discuss the origin of their creative process, and to share from which tools and resources they glean inspiration. This conversation was inspired by this quote from The Great Work of Your Life, by Stephen Cope: “Well, the book has a spine. A dharma. But you don’t know what it’s dharma is until you begin to write it. Forget about all the things you said to yourself about your book at the beginning of the project, or what you told your editor or what you wrote in your brilliant book proposal. Know the book has its own dharma which will slowly reveal itself to you. And then you have a choice. You can choose the books dharma.” Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:56] It took Ali 16 years to align with

When was the last time you made a change in how you communicate? How mindful are you of the many forms of communication you engage in? Nothing gets accomplished without the ability to influence others to act on what you have to say. In this episode, Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes author and consultant, Stacey Hanke, to discuss what is required to become truly influential. Stacey defines influence and shares three key actions we all can take to have more influence, to be trustworthy, and to make an impact in other people’s lives. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:24] Stacey shares her mission to truly make a difference in someone’s life. [4:58] Are you seizing every opportunity to influence other human beings? [8:39] Consistency equals authenticity. [13:08] Taking care of our whole selves allows us to better serve other people. [17:26] Are the people in your life getting the best of you? [18:43] Being mindful of all types of communications. [24:35] Three keys to have more influence,