Have you ever reacted to something in a way you regretted later? Have you found yourself in front of an empty dish after a meal and realized you ate it so quickly and mindlessly that you didn’t even get to enjoy the flavors and textures of your food? We’re so used to operating on autopilot that we rarely stop to reflect before reacting in the moment. And how often do we actually take the time to fully savor the delights available to us every day?

In today's episode, I'll help you turn mindfulness into your superpower. You'll learn how to use it in your daily life to be more intentional, present, and awake. You'll also hear about definitions of mindfulness and its transformative potential from experts such as Jon Kabat-Zinn and Joseph Goldstein. Finally, we’ll explore how to use it to recognize emotions and respond intentionally when challenging situations arise.

Tune in and listen to Episode 23 of Growth & Gratitude and discover how to foster greater peace, deeper insights, and more meaningful responses to life's joys and challenges using mindfulness as your superpower.

If you'd like to learn much more and practice mindfulness meditation with Bridget, sign up for her free Zoom course in April here.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• What is mindfulness? (1:30)
• What Jon Kabat-Zinn and Joseph Goldstein think about mindfulness (3:30)
• How mindful eating can help you be more aware and present (7:10)
• The benefits of mindfulness for kids (9:20)
• How to use mindfulness as a superpower in your daily life (10:10)
• Why mindfulness is an incredible superpower (13:00)

Resources Mentioned:

• Jon Kabat-Zinn website
• Book: Joseph Goldstein - Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Awakening

Connect with Bridget:

• Bridget's Website
• Sampson Coaching & Consulting Website
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