Listen "Ep 168 Mindfulness in Prisons"
Episode Synopsis
On this week’s podcast we hear from Tom Buhler, a certified spiritual guide offering mindfulness to prisoners. Tom shares with us about the powerful transformations possible when using mindfulness, particularly in the midst of high-stress situations. Join us as Tom relays how formal practice can lead to shifts in perspective that help us become more aware of our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations so that we can be more empathetic overall. And don’t forget to check out the Additional Resources section for more information.Additional ResourcesAuthor: John Kabat ZinnOrganization: The Path of FreedomWorkbook: The Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens by Gina M BiegelWebsite: PrisonMindfulness.orgFacebook: Wisconsin Prison Mindfulness InitiativeDocumentary: Dhamma BrothersFilm: Holding StillRetreat: A Day of Mindfulness for Helpers and Healers: June 20, 2024. Siena Retreat Center. Training: https://www.uwhealth.org/services/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction (UW-Health MBSR courses)HashtagsJon Kabat Zinn, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Empathy, Interconnection, Awareness, Awareness, Ego, Prison MinistrySign up for our newsletter here: https://foundrysc.com/about/newsletterSome of our show notes contain affiliate links. We want to save you the effort of looking up resources + we get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support.
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