Teaching Mindfulness

In the world of mindfulness practice, the language we use to describe our mental experiences carries significant weight. Two terms frequently employed by mindfulness instructors—"distraction" and "wandering mind"—often appear interchangeable, yet they capture distinctly different aspects of our attention.

"Can equanimity make your engagement with the world more effective rather than less? "

Chris Germer speaks with Lucy Sunday about teaching mindfulness and the intrinsic role of self-compassion.

In this episode, Mark Coleman speaks with Fleet Maull, Ph. D., about Incorporating mindfulness and nature

In this episode, Garth Smelser speaks with Kaitlyn Shaw of the Engaged Mindfulness Institute about customizing and implementing...

In this episode, Lynn Korbel speaks with Engaged Mindfulness Institutes Program Coordinator Julie Paquette-Moore about advancing...

In this episode, Rebecca Crane, Ph. D., speaks with Vita Pires, Ph. D., the Prison Mindfulness Institute executive director, about the...

In this episode, Shinzen Young speaks with Vita Pires, Ph. D., the Prison Mindfulness Institute executive director, about the...

In this episode, Oren Jay Sofer speaks with Julie Paquette-Moore of the Engaged Mindfulness Institute about exploring contemplative...

In this episode, Christiane Wolf, PhD, speaks with Vita Pires, PhD, the executive director of the Prison Mindfulness Institute, about the...

In this episode, Melissa Blacker speaks with Julie Paquette-Moore of the Engaged Mindfulness Institute about addressing challenging...

In this episode, David Treleaven, PhD, speaks with Vasmi Koneru, PhD, licensed clinical psychologist and certified Engaged Mindfulness...

In this episode, Valerie Mason-John speaks with Prison Mindfulness Institute's Executive Director, Vita Pires, Ph.D., about navigating...

EMI's new "Teaching Mindfulness" podcast is a specialized resource dedicated to educators and facilitators aiming to enhance their skills...

In this episode, Dr. Fleet Maull speaks with James Frank of the Engaged Mindfulness Institute about embracing the role and responsibility...

In this episode, Gil Fronsdal speaks with Prison Mindfulness Institute's Executive Director, Vita Pires Ph.D., about teaching mindfulness...

We have created an extraordinary, not-to-be-missed Free online event, the Teaching Mindfulness Summit, from April 30th to May 2nd. 

More information on joining the upcoming 11th Cohort of Mindfulness Teacher training. Teaching Mindfulness Talk Summary:  (Guided...

In the realm of mindfulness teaching, empathy stands as a cornerstone. This vital element cultivates a positive learning environment and...

Mindfulness emphasizes cultivating awareness, acceptance, and presence in each moment. Mindfulness teachers are at the forefront of...

Mindfulness meditation can be practiced both formally and informally. While they share many expected benefits, each approach has unique...

Rumination is a pattern of repetitive and intrusive negative thoughts or worries that can occur in response to a stressful or upsetting...

Misconceptions and misunderstandings about mindfulness can lead people to have incorrect expectations or misguided views about the...

When teaching mindfulness, it is helpful to ask, "Why Mindfulness?" to determine the intentions and expectations. of your student. People...

Shamatha meditation, also known as calm abiding or tranquility meditation, is a foundational Buddhist meditation practice that aims to...

I’ve become aware that noticing my ease or discomfort with a situation or people informs me. It informs me of the compassion or...

Goals and intentions are similar in that they refer to what a person hopes to achieve or attain. However, there is a subtle difference...

The attitudinal factors of mindfulness refer to the mental states and dispositions that support mindfulness practice. Some of the...

Reflective listening is a powerful communication tool that involves actively paying attention to what someone is saying and then...

Interoception is the ability to sense the body's internal state, including feelings such as hunger, thirst, and physical discomfort. It...

Mindfulness can be a valuable tool for helping us navigate the challenges of daily life. By bringing our attention to the present moment,...

Here are five steps you can follow to become a mindfulness teacher: Practice mindfulness meditation daily for several years: A strong...

Tips on trauma-informed mindfulness.

Lately, I’ve been thinking about how a gift may be defined, as well as taking a few moments to appreciate the gifts that I have gifted...

In EMI’s online course on Trauma-Informed Teaching, clinical psychologist and founder of Somatic Experiencing, Peter Levine, Ph.D, and...

Early one morning, I was co-teaching a meditation class at the local county jail. The class was located in a tiny room with a giant...

In EMI’s free online mini-course, Psychotherapist and Mindfulness teacher Ron Seigel and EMI’s training director Fleet Maull discuss tips...

Mindfulness of Body Our bodies are always present and available as a tool for developing our mindfulness practice. We can use our body as...