The last year has been full of unprecedented, unexpected, uncertain moments, which have thrown many of us through a loop. Today we talk to Gelong Thubten, a Buddhist monk, about how we can sit with that fear, how we can stop our minds from racing ahead and projecting into the future and how we can find moments of calm even when the world feels upside down. W ... Show More
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Beat the 3pm Slump, Survive a Bad Night’s Sleep & The Low-Down on Lie-Ins
How can we beat the dreaded 3pm slump? Could 20 minutes of exercise really help after a terrible night’s sleep? And should we actually stop feeling guilty about a weekend lie-in? This week, we share simple ways to boost energy as we head into autumn, from spreading protein across ... Show More
54m 24s
Sep 7
Can Inflammation Affect Your Mood? Healthy Ageing & The ‘Ferritin Face’ Trend
Can inflammation really affect our mood and mental health? Could eating more plants help us age better? And what on earth is “ferritin face”? This week, we explore the fascinating connection between our immune system, inflammation and mental health, and unpack new research sugges ... Show More
53m 13s
Oct 2024
192 - Embracing Uncertainty
In this episode, I explore the topic of uncertainty and how embracing life’s unpredictability can lead to greater peace and freedom. From everyday frustrations to life’s biggest challenges, groundlessness is a shared human experience. Drawing on stories, metaphors, and Buddhist t ... Show More
39m 55s
Nov 2023
Are You Stressed About The Future?
<p>Many people believe that we are currently experiencing an unprecedented era of uncertainty, anxiety, and stress. Listen to this podcast to transform uncertainty into an asset and reshape your outlook of the future to hope and possibility. Additionally, discover more about the ... Show More
10m 33s
Jul 2021
Reawakening, Reemergence, & Reconciliation
As the country and the world slowly start to re-open, the monster known as stress is definitely having a moment. Whether it's stress about a perceived lack of progress over the last year and a half, a challenging life event on the horizon, or the chaos that can arise from multi-g ... Show More
47m 13s
Nov 2023
Releasing Our Anxious Inner Narrative
In this podcast, Eckhart talks further about dealing with adversity. He says when we experience challenges in the form of loss including jobs, homes, relationships, political instability or the pandemic, it’s actually an invitation to connect more deeply with the present moment. ... Show More
49m 43s
Apr 2020
29. Staying Calm in Fearful Times
<p>There is so much going on in our lives right now; we have much to talk through! So, let's get together for a special episode as we're all dealing with COVID-19, quarantine, kids out of school, and working from home—all on top of the challenges of regular life—we need each othe ... Show More
38m 26s
Jan 2025
Navigating uncertainty in 2025
In unpredictable times, how can we stay calm, grounded, and on course? This hour, TED speakers lead us through uncertainty. Guests include former medical clown Matt Wilson, psychologist Jamil Zaki, writer and filmmaker Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir and human rights activist Yifat Susski ... Show More
49m 39s
Nov 2024
How to Let Go of What You Can’t Control & Redirect Your Energy
<p>If you feel a sense of overwhelm, dread, or uncertainty right now, you need to hear this episode.</p><p>Right now, so many things are out of your control – whether it’s global events, elections, a health diagnosis, or news you’re waiting on.</p><p>In today’s deeply personal ep ... Show More
1h 12m