Shout-outs
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Meet Leah Weiss, and read an excerpt from her book “How We Work: Live Your Purpose, Reclaim Your Sanity, and Embrace the Daily Grind”
Meet Leah Weiss, Ph.D., Stanford lecturer and author of "How We Work." Explore her innovative approach to mindfulness in the workplace and discover strategies for fostering purpose, compassion, and clarity in your professional life.
Meet Suzi Tortora, Dance Movement Therapist and Infancy Mental Health and Development Specialist
Explore the innovative work of Suzi Tortora, Ed.D., creator of "Dancing Dialogue." Discover how her unique blend of dance, movement therapy, and nonverbal communication is transforming early childhood development and parent-infant bonding.
Meet B. Alan Wallace, Tibetan Buddhist teacher and read an excerpt from “The Attention Revolution"
Explore the work of B. Alan Wallace, renowned Buddhist scholar and author of "The Attention Revolution." Discover his unique approach to cultivating attention through meditation and his insights on integrating contemplative practices with modern science.
Meet Sunny Wight, Founder and Executive Director of Mindfulness First
Meet Sunny Wright, visionary founder and Executive Director of Mindfulness First. Discover how her innovative organization is reshaping education by integrating mindfulness and social-emotional learning into schools and communities.
Meet Daniel Rechtschaffen, Author, Mindfulness Teacher, and Founder of the Online Program Mindful Education
Discover Daniel Rechtschaffen, LMFT, author and founder of Mindful Education. Learn how his innovative online training program is empowering educators to integrate mindfulness and social-emotional learning in classrooms worldwide.
Meet Theo Koffler, Founder of Mindfulness Without Borders
Meet Theo Koffler, visionary founder of Mindfulness Without Borders. Explore how her innovative organization is fostering social-emotional well-being and mindfulness across cultures, empowering youth and professionals worldwide.
Meet Sharon Salzberg, and read an excerpt from "Real Love: The Art of Mindful Connection"
Discover Sharon Salzberg's groundbreaking insights on mindful connection in her new book "Real Love." Learn how this influential meditation expert redefines love through ancient Buddhist wisdom and practical exercises.
Meet Sumi Loundon Kim, and read an excerpt from "Sitting Together"
Explore Sumi Loundon Kim's fresh approach to family meditation in her new book "Sitting Together." Discover practical wisdom from this Buddhist chaplain on nurturing mindfulness in children and strengthening family bonds.
Meet Lindsay duPont, Artist and Illustrator
Discover how illustrator Lindsay duPont transforms abstract mindfulness concepts into vibrant, accessible visuals. Explore her unique artistic approach to making meditation and mindfulness practices more engaging for all ages.
Meet the Flourish Foundation, and its Executive Director Ryan Redman
Discover how Ryan Redman and Flourish Foundation are transforming education through mindfulness. Learn about their innovative programs fostering mental health, compassion, and environmental stewardship in K-12 students and beyond.
Meet Kelly Barron, creator of the Project Presence program
Explore how Kelly Barron, former Forbes editor turned Unified Mindfulness teacher, brings journalistic insight to mindfulness education. Discover her innovative approach to stress reduction and workplace wellness through Project Presence.
Meet Angelike Dexter: a mindfulness and Mindful Self-Compassion in Los Angeles
Discover how Angelike Dexter, former attorney turned mindfulness instructor, brings warmth and expertise to teaching mindfulness and self-compassion to children and adults. Learn about her innovative approach to mindful parenting and emotional balance.
Meet Ellis Enlow, an educator who has specialized in early childhood for over 20 years
Based out of Culver City’s independent Echo Horizon School, Ellis Enlow has embarked on a noteworthy journey, having served as a Pre-K classroom teacher, a visiting classroom mindfulness teacher, an educator of parents, a preschool director, and (albeit briefly) a lawyer. She co-teaches in a holistic program for Pre-K students that she designed years ago that continues to evolve. Given the many professional hats Ellis has worn over the years, it's no surprise that she has plenty of stories to tell and wisdom to share. Interviewed by AJ Urquidi
Meet Juanita Cabrales, a preschool teacher for over 14 years
Explore how Juanita Cabrales brings mindfulness to underserved populations through bilingual education. Discover her impactful work in schools and prisons, fostering emotional intelligence and resilience across cultural boundaries.
Meet Kelly Petrie, an independent contemplative educator
Discover how Kelly Petrie, MA in Contemplative Education, innovatively teaches mindfulness and yoga to diverse groups. Learn about her inclusive approach, Warrior Girl Project, and unique blend of playfulness and inner exploration in mindfulness education.
Meet Linda Lantieri, founder of Inner Resilience Program
Explore how Linda Lantieri, a trailblazer in social-emotional learning, integrates mindfulness into education. Discover her impactful work with educators and students, fostering resilience, emotional intelligence, and inner peace in schools nationwide.
Meet Kathy Hegberg, Founder of FocusedKids™
Discover how Kathy Hegberg, a licensed therapist and mindfulness expert, revolutionizes adolescent mental health care. Learn about her innovative MBSR-T program, blending mindfulness with therapy to empower teens facing anxiety and depression.
From A Plea For The Animals by Matthieu Ricard
Explore a powerful excerpt from Matthieu Ricard's "Plea for the Animals." Discover how this Buddhist monk and author combines scientific insight with compassionate wisdom to advocate for animal welfare and challenge our relationship with the animal kingdom.