A Mindful Moment
Episodes
136: Crisis Events
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us have experienced a wide range of stressors over the past 18 months, but are you mentally prepared for a major crisis? Learn more about your...
135: Technology Fatigue
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is technology helping us or hurting us at this point? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
134: Deep Self Care
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Self-care goes beyond pampering ourselves or taking a vacation. It's about paying attention to our minds, bodies and souls. Learn more about your ad c...
133: Information Intake
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're struggling with feeling good, you might want to consider your information intake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
132: The Conscience
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When we make decisions that are in alignment with our true selves, we better serve ourselves and others, but we have to parent our minds to get there....
131: Goldilocks
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Too hot, too cold or just right? Many of us are stuck in extremes on multiple issues, but a middle ground may be what's needed right now. Learn more a...
130: Are You The Person You Want To Be?
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us are facing fears everyday in these uncertain times.. Learn how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can help. Learn more about your ad choices...
129: Unreasonable Expectations
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling disappointed with other people lately, it might be time to check your expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
128: Mindfulness without Meditation
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all know meditation strengthens our mindfulness skills, but you can be mindful without sitting in stillness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
127: Mindful Parenting
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting is challenging under the best of circumstances, but lately? Mindful parenting might be an excellent solution. Learn more about your ad choic...
126: New and Shiny
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're drawn to new and shiny things but what if we could view everything as if for the first time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
125: Going in Circles
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's normal to lose motivation in trying to be our best, mindful self, but trying new practices can help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
124: To Infinity and Beyond
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're dazzled by celebrity, fame and fortune but at what cost? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
123: Vacation Time
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling burned out and overwhelmed? Maybe it's time for a vacation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
122: Life is Short
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is life really short? It may not always feel that way, depending on our mental health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...
121: Soap Operas
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone complains about too much drama, but could we be creating some of that drama ourselves? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
120: Time to SLOW Down
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling pressured and overwhelmed, believe it or not, it's time to slow down, not push harder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
119: Adjustment Period
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As we enter into a major adjustment period, self-compassion may be the key to successful navigation of our circumstances. Learn more about your a...
118: Those Little Voices Part 2 with Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for the 2nd part of our interview with renowned neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor as we discuss how the brain works with addictions, interg...
117: People Behaving Badly
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While we may be experiencing stress and anxiety due to our circumstances, we do have a choice in how we behave and how we respond to life's events. ...
116: Little Voices in Your Head with Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor and Teresa sit down to chat about the brain. You know that little voice in your head that seems to chatter all of the time? Perh...
115: Soul Searching
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After the kind of year we've all experienced and now with big new changes occurring, instead of tackling external changes, it might be time to go inwa...
114: Can You Hear Me Now?
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There's a big difference between "can you hear me now" and "do you hear me." Join us for a conversation with Kathy Gruver on mindful communication. ...
113: The Courage of Repetition
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You weren't born knowing how to play the piano, build a fire or to speak a foreign language. They're skills you learned and mindfulness is the same....
112: Just Say No
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As we're all facing transitions again, most are feeling overwhelmed. Are you setting any boundaries in your life? Learn more about your ad choices...
111: What are You Creating?
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If our thoughts create our reality and our minds are stressed out, what are we creating? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
110: Is the Sky Falling?
16 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been following the news lately, it might seem as though the world is one hot mess, but understanding our automatic thoughts might help you s...
109: Counting Sheep
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Trouble sleeping? You’re not alone. The pandemic has increased our rates of insomnia, but there are steps you can take to restore your well-being. ...
108: To Be or Not Be Vaccinated
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's decision-making time for ourselves, not for others. Are you making the best decision for you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
107: Spring Break
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As we move through yet more transitions, have we learned anything from our past year? Plus, we explore the practice of Zen Meditation. Learn more abou...
106: Time to Prepare
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It may be too early for many of us to start making plans, but author Desiree Cocroft shares insights from her book, Get Your Life Today, to help us st...
105: Change is in the Air Again
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Despite virus variants and surges across the globe, the US seems to think it's time to jump back into life as normal. Are you ready? Learn more abou...
104: Body Talk
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes, we're too stressed to think about what we're thinking about, but we can use our bodies through the practice of somatics to return to a stat...
103: Time for Transformation
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With what we've experienced over the past year, many of us have not only changed but are consciously transforming. Are you feeling the call? Learn m...
102: Worrisome Thoughts
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You may not even notice how much you worry or be aware that worrying only increases your stress. Join us to give up this habit now. Learn more about...
101: Mental Health Check
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our minds left unchecked cannot sustain our well-being for the coming months without conscious effort at reducing stress and increasing our wellness. ...
100: What We Can Learn from Bill Murray
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While Groundhog Day is a very strange tradition to hang on to, the movie provides some insightful lessons we can use right now. Learn more about yo...
99: Waiting Again
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While you're waiting for life to get back to normal, are you missing out on living? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
98: Hope Restored
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What difference can a week can make? For me, sad and anxious to hopeful! What can we do to keep it going? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
97: The Picture Does Not Match
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It doesn't seem that 2021 is off to such a great start, but we can find meaning and hope if we look hard enough. Learn more about your ad choic...
96: A Time For Healing
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You may be feeling like enough is enough at this point and that you just can't take much more, but we can make things better. We just need to start wi...
95: What a Year!
02 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're like most, you're just happy 2020 is over, but it might be well worth it to take a look back with a mindful perspective. Happy New Year! L...
94: Accountability Counts
31 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If we really want to achieve our goals, we have to hold ourselves accountable. Whether your aiming for a new career, better health or even more happin...
93: New Year, Same You
24 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you're like most people, you're starting to consider at least one New Year's Resolution. Before you do, let's see how we can improve our odds of su...
92: How Did We Get Here?
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mindfulness is being in the present moment, but what can we learn by reflecting on our past? Do you know how you got where you are now? Learn more...
91: Meditation is Pretty Much Mandatory
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Meditating can be challenging for many and it's understandable since our brains aren't wired to sit still and just breathe. But we're human beings, ...
90: Tis the Season Again
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
While you may not be feeling the holiday cheer right now, don't skip the festivities, even if you can't go anywhere. Celebrating the holidays can be g...
89: Giving Thanks
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can we find gratitude in the midst of stress, blame and uncertainty? Can we feel grateful for messed up holidays? Yes, we can! Learn more about yo...
88: Connecting
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We know we're supposed to stay apart, but many of us don't seem to be able to, despite the risks involved. There are alternative ways to connect, but ...
87: What Now?
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's 2020, which clearly indicates that change and chaos are the norm, but with the U.S. elections behind us, what now? How do we begin to repair and ...
86: Our Scared Brains
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's one more anxiety-inducing event in a year like 2020? Actually, too much. Don't allow your scared brain to go unchecked. Learn more about your...
85: Are We Our Own Worst Enemy?
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's not unnatural for we humans to blame others and aggressively defend our beliefs. But what happens when that doesn't serve us? Learn more abou...
84: We are SO OVER IT!
24 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With month 8 of quarantine coming upon us, I think it is safe to say that we are all, collectively, over it. Listen in as we discuss what we've been u...
83: Pandemic Fatigue
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of us are feeling it now. Pandemic fatigue is setting in and can cause more suffering if we don't take steps to counteract it. Tips on Zoom ...
82: The Challenges of Social Media
09 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With the disruption of daily life to the disruption of the government - social media seems to have infiltrated every aspect of our lives. But how can ...
81: The Quarantine Fifteen
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you are starting to see the effects of snacking, drinking, and binge watching on the scale, maybe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
80: Ready to Play?
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You may think this is hardly the time to play, but it really is. Play is good for our mental health and when have we ever needed that more than now?...
79: Moving out of Malaise
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you got a case of the blahs? You know, that no-motivation, slightly uncomfortable feeling of "what's the point?" Join us to get back on track...
78: Is More Empathy the Answer?
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Our global society needs some help about now, but is empathy the answer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
77: Living at Ease
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I'm tired of being tense, so am going to shift to living at ease. Join us to find out how, plus how to deal with difficult emotions. Learn more...
76: Choose Wisely
29 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Coping with a pandemic, civil unrest, economic uncertainty and even more on any given day can be challenging. Explore how you can make wise choices. ...
75: Find Your Grit
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you have moments of feeling like you just can't bear this anymore, you might have misplaced your grit. Join us for tips to strengthen your grit a...
74: Are We Having Fun Yet?
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Trying to do the same activities that were fun pre-pandemic now just isn't working so well. Will we ever have fun again? Join us to explore! ...
73: Moving Forward Through Fear
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's common to get stuck in fear during times like this, but to move forward, we have to move out of fear. Mindfulness can help. Learn more about yo...
72: Proactive or REACTIVE?
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, we have more waiting to do, but that doesn't mean we can't start mindfully taking proactive steps toward where we're going. Learn more ab...
71: Surrender
23 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling like you're ready to give up at this point, you may want to consider surrendering instead. There's lots we can't control, but we can...
70: Flexibility is mandatory
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The constant changes we're living with are no longer separate events but more of a new way of life for some time to come. We explore how to shift ou...
69: The Purpose of Purpose
10 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Figuring out your life purpose isn't some new-age cliche', but serious business when it comes to your health and wellbeing. Join us for a deeper dive ...
68: Internal Guidepost
02 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We know from studies that living a life with purpose results in more happiness and increased well-being, but could our own compulsive behaviors be pre...
67: Living with Uncertainty
25 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Building psychological resiliency may be the solution to facing uncertainty. Join us and our guest, Dr. Jill Stoddard, author of Be Mighty. Learn m...
66: Normalcy
18 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wishing for things to return to normal? What is normal? Join us to explore our options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
65: New Beginnings
11 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ready or not, change is everywhere, but instead of focusing on external events, first consider looking inward to map your course to your new beginning...
Unsettling Emotions
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
These are definitely challenging times and we're all experiencing a range of feelings and emotions. Sometimes it helps to know that you're not alone a...
61: Spreading Mindfulness
28 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The world could definitely use more mindfulness at this time, so join us for a discussion with Wendy Quan, founder of The Calm Monkey, to learn how to...
60: Mindfulness for Children and Young Adults
21 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We need to support our young people through these trying times and mindfulness works just as well for them as for the rest of us. Join us as we explor...
59: The Pictures in Our Mind
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Change is coming again. Will you resist or adapt? Join us to understand the key to changing with events. Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed unde...
58: Self-Care Inventory
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We all know we need to exercise, eat healthy and sleep to stay well. But under the current circumstances, we need more. Our mental and emotional well...
57: Waiting
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There's nothing worse than waiting for something to happen. Yet we all want something to happen, ANYTHING at this point. Join us to understand why wai...
56: Living in Isolation
25 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
More than half of us felt lonely even before Covid-19 arrived. Now in isolation, we risk the negative health effects of loneliness even more. Whether ...
55: A Practice of Gratitude
18 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You may think gratitude is the last thing you're feeling right now, but we all have something to be grateful for, and gratitude is an emotion that can...
54: What Can You Do Right NOW?
11 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It may sound a little crazy, but if you're anxious about the virus and frustrated with being home bound, one of the best things you can do for yoursel...
53: We're Not Alone
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As the reality of our situation sinks in, we can take steps to minimize feelings of loneliness while paying more attention to how our actions impact o...
52: Working and Breathing Through
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everything's changing, basically hourly. How do we move through this transition with our work okay, our families safe, and our own personal well-bei...
51: Response Ability
21 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you're like most, life feels like it's rapidly spinning out of control. It's normal to feel anxious, afraid, even angry. But for our own well-bei...
50: Adjustments
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We are in the midst of a challenging situation, but there is a way to respond to these events with a sense of calm and control. We can do more than su...
49: No Need to Panic
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As people get whipped up into hysteria over the coronavirus, we're causing ourselves a lot of grief for nothing. Join us for a review of the facts of ...
48: Time to Just DO it
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When we're completely comfortable, we're not growing, we're skating. If we're uncomfortable, but not doing anything to change it, we're surviving, not...
47: Self-Limiting Beliefs
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do self-limiting beliefs hold you back from achieving what you want? Life is too short to let a product of our mind prevent us from reaching our full ...
46: Non-Attachment
25 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Does your life sometimes feel like a roller coaster ride? Work's going well, so you feel happy. Then the washing machine breaks and you feel aggrava...
45: The Year of YOU
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! Do you know how great you are? Do you love you? If either of these questions makes you uncomfortable, it's time for you to get to kn...
44: Reflections
22 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Our world is definitely changing but instead of resisting change, why not embrace the changes you can make to improve your life? We can reflect on our...
43: Accountability
09 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
While most of us understand our responsibilities, do we hold ourselves accountable for the outcomes? Join us today for a tour of accountability, fro...
42: Thankful, Grateful, Appreciative
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Thanksgiving provides us with an opportunity to reflect on our blessings. But do you know if you're thankful, grateful or appreciative? Join us as we ...
41: OK Boomer
15 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It seemed pretty funny in the beginning, but OK Boomer is turning into a big point of contention. Join us this week to find out why it may not be a go...
40: The Work/Life Balance Myth
04 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are you striving for a work/life balance? Join us for A Mindful Moment to find out why that's not really possible. But don't worry, we have a solu...
39: The Routine Of Life
21 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like your life is in a rut? Same routine, day in and day out? You probably can't change your routine much, but you can change how you...
38: Political Mindfulness
07 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you can only have a real conversation with people that are just like you? Does every topic feel like a taboo topic when you don't kno...
37: Tapping to Meditate
30 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you sometimes find it too challenging to sit quietly? Perhaps you're too wound up, too stressed or you just feel too distracted. Tapping is a power...
36: Mindful People Get Angry Too
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think being mindful is being passive, calm and serene all day? Think again - mindful people get angry, too. Join us for a look at how anger c...
35: Is Mindfulness a Religion?
09 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There seems to be a lot of opposition to mindfulness right now in the news, especially from the religious right. Is mindfulness too religious? Is it n...