On today's show Marlena shares a tragedy she experienced in her early twenties, and how the Mindfulness qualities of presence, curiosity and compassion helped her heal from the trauma. We also explore Buddhist teachings on:what's the true source of our well-beingthe 3 steps that lead us away from our direct experience and into sufferingpain is inevitable - suffering is optional: The Buddhist teaching on the “second arrow”why we’re wired to anticipate trouble even when we’re okayhow to release the strategy of "control"Marlena also shares her thoughts on the empowering benefits of remaining curious and open in difficult times, and offers suggestions for how to practice this essential life skill.Listen to Part 2 of our conversation here:Navigating a Mindful Path Through Chaos - with Marlena deCarion, PCC: Part 2Today’s guest:Marlena deCarion, PCC is a Professional Certified Coach with The International Coach Federation and is Senior Faculty at The Coaches Training Institute. She coaches entrepreneurs, executives, leaders and teams who want to take their lives to the next level of growth and development.Marlena deCarion Website Support the showIf you love the show please consider becoming a patron with as little as a $3 monthly subscription. It’s an unpaid labour of love and your support helps the show grow, and encourages me to keep it coming!Did this episode spark questions for you?I'd love to hear from you! Feel free to email me with comments, questions or guests you'd like me to interview. Send a voice message or email me hereThanks so much for listening!If you like the show, I’d so appreciate it if you’d follow in your fav podcast player, and share it with people you think would love it. Connect with me online: Liz Wiltzen Coaching Website Tracking Yes Blog The story that launched the ethos: Tracking Yes - A Guide to Everyday Magic

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