Artfully Mindful

This is a recording of a talk that I gave in 2022 regarding how to work with pain in a mindful way. The talk includes a guided meditation. If you suffer from physical, mental, or emotional pain, this talk can be of benefit. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use.html Note that Don Thompson is now available as a coach or...

This podcast dives into notions of identity and how we can shift our identity to a more spacious awareness that allows us to more fully embody our potential. The content is in part based on the work of Sean Fargo. Music by Kevin Graham - 'Limitless'. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use.html Note that Don Tho...

What is karma? Can we overcome it or is it inevitable that we act out our karma? This podcast explores some ideas surrounding karma and how it might be changed.  Music by Kashido - 'The Long Road Home'. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use.html Note that Don Thompson is now available as a coach or mentor on a...

While I did promise to not necessarily overdo it on the subject of Enlightenment, I felt compelled to reach out to ChatGPT to get its thoughts on what Enlightenment is and to compare ideas of Eastern Philosophy and the Western notions of Enlightenment coming out of the 17th Century. I also add a couple of thoughts of my own, demanding as I do that the human voice remains relevant (LOL).  Thank you...

This podcast discusses ideas surrounding Enlightenment. What does the term mean from a mindful and Buddhist perspective? Is Enlightenment possible? Music by Emmanuel Jacob - 'Fields of Meditation'. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use.html Note that Don Thompson is now available as a coach or mentor on an ind...

This podcast contains a guided meditation about "arriving where we are". You're invited to notice what's around you, take it in, observe, relax and rest in the moment. The meditation is derived from the work of Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield.  Music by Noam Zaguri - 'Driving Home'. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.n...

In this Random Podcast Thought, I discuss the possibility of happiness at every moment, and how every moment can become an opportunity for random happiness. Music by Okaya - 'Textures'. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use.html Note that Don Thompson is now available as a coach or mentor on an individual basi...

In this podcast, I talk about the importance of 'Beginner's Mind'.  Beginner's Mind allows us to have a sense of freshness toward the moment and toward life. It's a really wonderful way to approach living. Inspired by the work of Sean Fargo. Music by Jamie Rutherford - 'New Beginnings'. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: ht...

In this podcast, I discuss the reasons why people stop meditating. I reference a blog by Rachelle Williams (link below) about this topic and also add some thoughts of my own.  If you want to re-invigorate your meditation, this podcast will help you do that!  Music by Yotam Agam, 'Creativity'. Rachelle's blog is here: https://chopra.com/articles/4-reasons-you-keep-quitting-your-medit...

In this podcast we consider simple acts of kindness and how they can benefit yourself and others. Please have a pen or pencil and a piece of paper ready to jot down some notes if you can -- but you can take mental notes if necessary. Based on the work of Sean Fargo. Music by Andrian Berenguer - 'Premiere'. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https:/...

This podcast guides you through a Body Scan that allows us to relax any areas in the body that might be experiencing discomfort or stress. It is a great way to start becoming more fully embodied in your meditation and to strengthen the mind-body connection. The meditation is based on the work of Sean Fargo. Music by Okaya - 'Textures'. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEAS...

This is a 'random podcast thought' about the use of music, sounds, silence, and other techniques for your meditative practice. Ideally, this talk opens up you up to the possibility of experimenting with various meditative techniques. There are many traditions and techniques, and the challenge is to find what works for you. Music: Dover Quartet - String Quartet N 6 in B-Flat by Beethoven....

In this podcast I go over a controlled breathing exercise you can use throughout the day.  It's a great technique to calm yourself prior to anything you anticipate might be stressful.  This technique is provided by Sean Fargo to Artfully Mindful. Music by Ben Potter - 'Circular Breathing'. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpix...

In this podcast, I talk about the possibility of being still, whether in meditation or outside of meditation. The talk includes two exercises you can use for either your meditation practice or during the day. Music by Greg  McKay - 'Stillness'.  The talk is inspired by the mindfulness techniques of Sean Fargo. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: htt...

In this podcast, I interview the CEO of the Center for Mindful Business (CMB), Heather Gwaltney.  Heather and I discuss a wide range of topics related to mindfulness in a business setting. You can find more information about CMB on their website: www.centerformindfulnessbusiness.com Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use...

In this podcast, I speak to what we might call 'Apocalyptic Thinking'.  With the recent pandemic, environmental destruction, and scientists warning us that we better stop polluting the planet or find ourselves in an irreparable situation, this kind of thinking is becoming more prevalent even outside the realm of religion.  The question becomes how do we cope with such thinking from a min...

In this podcast, I step you through a visualization exercise that helps bring a feeling of peace to any painful situation. You'll want to be prepared to either sit comfortably or lie down if you can -- but if you can't do that you can still benefit from listening to this simple exercise.   Music: 'Peace Within' by Sahana Vavatu.  Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com P...

This is a narrated version of an essay written by Thompson in 2021, where he takes a look at how spirituality and meditation can often involve a form of sublimation, at least from a psychological perspective. While this does not downplay the power of our sublimated activities, whether that be through art or spiritual practice, a mindful realization of the process can help us recognize the power of...

This is a narrated version of an article written by Thompson in 2022 that addresses how we can adopt mindful business practices. If you're interested in moving your business to a more mindful approach this podcast is for you. Topics include: - What does a mindful business look like? - How the work culture is changing - The holistic, triple-bottom-line view of business - Working toward sustain...

This is a recording of a talk given by Thompson in 2022 related to forgiveness and mindfulness. How do we forgive ourselves and others?  Music by Matoom. Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use.html Note that Don Thompson is now available as a coach or mentor on an individual basis. To find out more, please go to his webs...

This podcast is about how to engender an attitude of gratitude and generosity, and how one relates to the other. Generosity is looked at in terms of an attitude toward life that goes beyond the idea of generosity being primarily reflected in material giving.  Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use.html Note that Don Thom...

This podcast looks at how to use your favorite things in life as a resource to help lift your mood.  Please have a pen/pencil and paper handy to take notes if possible.  Music by Simon Wester - 'All Things New'.  Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use.html Note that Don Thompson is now available as a coach or m...

This is a narrated version of an essay published by Thompson in 2020. The essay reflects on the impermanent nature of things, and how we might use this as a springboard to open ourselves up to perceive more beauty in life. Music by Josh McCausland (Calm Waters). Support the show Website: www.nextpixprods.com PLEASE READ - Terms of Use: https://www.nextpixprods.com/terms-of-use.html Note that Don T...

Any writer or creative has encountered what you might call 'the blank page' that becomes an obstacle to creativity.  Writers will sometimes call this 'writer's block'.  In this podcast, Thompson talks about how to bring mindfulness to the blank page and how to fill it with your intended creation, or your intended life.  Music by Master Minded - 'Breathe Deep'. Pr...

In this podcast, I talk about mindfulness as it relates to competitiveness. While I do focus on topics of specific importance to mindfulness teachers, anyone interested in mindfulness can get something out of this talk. I discuss some of the benefits of competition, as well as the pitfalls. I also draw from Thich Nhat Hanh's ideas about this topic in an attempt to shed some light on how we ca...