Description

Mindfulness meditation has exploded in popularity, touted for its ability to reduce stress and improve well-being. But what happens when meditation does more harm than good? This episode explores the often-overlooked dark side of mindfulness, revealing the surprising prevalence of adverse effects and why they're often silenced.

Join us as we uncover:

• The shocking percentage of meditators who experience negative side effects
• Why these adverse effects often go unreported and undiscussed
• The types of challenges meditators face, from anxiety and insomnia to dissociation and even re-traumatization
• How the research community is working to improve safety and minimize harm [8-13]
• What you need to know to practice mindfulness safely and effectively

This episode is a must-listen for anyone considering mindfulness meditation or who has experienced unexpected challenges during their practice.

Reference:

Britton, W., Lindahl, J. R., Cooper, D. J., Canby, N. K., & Palitsky, R. (2021). Making mindfulness meditation more helpful starts with understanding how it can be harmful. Clinical Psychological Science. https://www.brown.edu/news/2021-05-18/adverse-effects