Deeper Dive Series: How to Move Past Self-Doubt - Part 1 with Stephen Schettini

18/06/2025 53 min Temporada 3 Episodio 149
Deeper Dive Series: How to Move Past Self-Doubt - Part 1 with Stephen Schettini

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In this episode of the Deep Dive series, Dr. Judith welcomes Steven Schettini, a former Buddhist monk trained in the Tibetan tradition, to discuss how to move past self-doubt. They explore the roots of self-doubt, its amplification through social media, and methods for overcoming it. Steven emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, understanding learned behaviors, and the practice of active mindfulness. They conclude with advice on continuous self-reflection, cultivating inner harmony, and the significance of regular meditation practice.About Our GuestStephen Schettini (pronounced skettini) is a former Buddhist monk and present-day mindfulness teacher focusing on the tension between cognitive and emotional intelligence. He is author of a memoir, The Novice: How I Became a Buddhist Monk, Why I Quit and What I Learned, and the guide to mindful reflection entitled, It Begins with Silence. Stephen lives outside Montreal with his wife, stepdaughter and two cats.TEDx Talk: http://tinyurl.com/5yv94ddhArticle (A Sense of Belonging): https://t.ly/enbnE00:00 Introduction to the Deep Dive Series00:42 Meet Steven Sini: From Buddhist Monk to Mindfulness Expert01:40 Understanding Self-Doubt in the Modern World04:05 The Roots of Self-Doubt: Childhood and Socialization06:21 Transforming Self-Doubt Through Self-Compassion10:59 The Power of Meditation and Self-Observation17:55 The Importance of Being Present27:09 Embracing Change and Impermanence28:53 The Essence of Playful Meditation30:31 The Role of Self-Doubt in Our Lives31:54 The Power of the Human Mind33:33 The Duality of Human Nature35:47 The Importance of Mindfulness43:48 Active vs. Formal Meditation49:34 The Practice of Continuity in Meditation

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