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Sharon Salzberg is a meditation teacher and New York Times best-selling author. She is the co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA and has played a crucial role in bringing Asian meditation practices to the West. Sharon's been a student of meditation since 1971, guiding retreats worldwide since 1974. In this episode, we discuss: What is mindfulness? Where does the meditation newbie begin? A specific meditation practice for beginners Meditation becomes easier and easier over time Is there any substitution for meditation? Are meditation apps legit? Has meditation become more essential in today's busy world? How meditation positively changes your brain The practice of Lovingkindness Why so many people struggle to keep a consistent meditation practice The concept of meditating "on something" Can meditation ruin your ambition or creative spark? What Sharon's meditation practice looks like Related links: Sunwarrior