Summary:

Wiradjuri woman, Jaja Dare, illustrates that there are many pathways to presence as she shares her unique practice and commitment to being aware, grounded and connected to self, others and the Earth.

In this powerful, final episode of Season 1, Jaja talks about her daily practice of checking and tuning in; deep listening, what it is and why we need more of it; the importance of nature and connecting back to country; healing, music and self-expression; and the Decolonise movement, Black Sovereignty and how important it is for everyone, black and white.

Don’t miss:

• Jaja’s process for practicing awareness.
• The importance of staying connected to oneself, others and nature.
• Dealing with discomfort, a doorway to connection and understanding.
• Deep listening, what it is and why we need more of it.
• How we often seek comfort over freedom and give up the richness of life as a result.
• Jaja speak about the Decolonise movement, what it is and how we can all play a part.

PLUS, the intelligence of the body and how to access it.

Links and resources:

• Listen to the podcast and read more about Decolonise.
• Read about the importance of Black Sovereignty.
• Enjoy Indigitube and First Sounds, First Nation's media and music for free.
• Practice with this guided process for connecting in.
• Download a free guide on quieting the mind and increasing happiness.
• For more about me and what I do, visit my website
• Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

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Produced by Jen Hill on Kaurna land. Music by Gary Martin.

Summary:

From CEO and corporate gun to meditation teacher and nature lover, Tim James has followed an interesting career path; one that passed through burnout, stress and depression and ultimately led him back to (him)Self. Tim shares how learning about meditation was a revelation for him at a time when he was low, unclear and needing a change in life.

In this episode, Tim talks about his experience of mindfulness, self-inquiry and the nature of who we are. Tim also discusses some of the common misconceptions about meditation and mindfulness and how it is not as woo-woo, difficult or unrelatable as one might think.

Don’t miss:

• Tim’s tips on dealing with thoughts during meditation.
• How meditation helped Tim work out what he wanted to do with his life.
• How mindfulness can help you through and out of low points in life.
• Tim's perspective on self-inquiry, what it is and how to practice it.

PLUS, Tim shares one essential insight that transforms everything in life!

Links and resources:

• Enjoy free guided meditations by Tim James and check out his website.
• Read about The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle.
• Check out Byron Katie and Deepak Chopra.
• Visit ACMM (formally ACHS) re studying meditation, mindfulness and teaching it. (Highly recommend this training.)
• Read about informal meditation practice, AKA doing things mindfully.
• For more about me and what I do, visit my website.
• Subscribe to my mailing list to stay in the loop and receive a free gift to increase happiness.
• Join my 5-week meditation and mindfulness course starting 9 November.

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Produced by Jen Hill on Kaurna land. Music by Gary Martin.

Summary:

Rob Gordon was introduced to meditation early in his career through reading about the practices of successful businesspeople, but only came to find the true personal value to him during his recovery from deep depression. Mindfulness is now a daily practice for Rob, enabling him to better manage his mental health and create space between his thoughts, feelings, words and actions.

In this episode Rob talks about how he brings mindfulness into every part of his day and how he sees his meditation practice as an act of deep self-love, rendering him a more effective, creative and a nicer person for himself, his family and his business, and ultimately making his life more pleasant and his business more successful.

Don’t miss:

• Why meditation is a decision that can save or make your business a lot of money.
• How Rob punctuates his day with moments of mindfulness.
• Rob’s car metaphor for looking after your mind.
• Why Rob’s practice benefits his family.
• Robs tips for living in the present moment.

PLUS, hear why Rob’s practice is an act of deep self-love.

Links and resources:

• Visit or contact software developer, Rob Gordon.
• 'Stop Thinking, Start Living', the book by Richard Carlson.
• Read my tips on bringing mindfulness into daily life
• For more about me and what I do, visit my website
• Follow us on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my mailing list and receive a free gift
• Learn to meditate and be more mindful with me! 5-Week Course

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Produced by Jen Hill on Kaurna land. Music by Gary Martin.