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Sep 2024
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Balance Awareness and Compassion in Your...

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Mindfulness can take many forms depending on where and how it’s learned. In this episode, we explore the distinction between Western mindfulness, which focuses on cultivating awareness, and Eastern mindfulness, which emphasizes compassion. By integrating both approaches, you can develop a more balanced, holistic mindfulness practice that benefits both mind and heart.

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