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Dominic Stanley
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Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
There Is Room: Learning to Widen Attention in Everyday Life
Lately, I’ve been noticing how narrow my attention can become.When I’m stressed, overwhelmed, or rushing from one obligation to the next, my awareness collapses around whatever feels most urgent. A thought. A problem. A sensation. A feeling that says, fix this now.Today’s meditation grew out of a practice I’ve been returning to again and again: open focus.Open focus is a way of paying attention that doesn’t lock onto a single object. Instead of gripping the breath or wrestling with a thought, we let attention widen. We allow t...
2025-12-22
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Learning to Stay Present in a World That Won’t Slow Down
This practice began the way so many moments in life do: with the eyes open.I’ve been paying closer attention to vision lately—not just what I’m looking at, but how I’m looking. Our vision shapes how we take in information, which shapes how we think, which shapes how we react. When my attention feels scattered or overwhelmed, it’s often because my field of awareness has collapsed down to a single problem, a single thought, a single irritation.So we began this meditation by resting the eyes on one simple point in front o...
2025-12-15
33 min
The Pastor's Heart with Dominic Steele
Tears, Questions and Hope - When a senior pastor takes their own life? Keith Condie & Trinette Stanley
Tears, Questions and Hope - When a senior pastor takes their own life? Keith Condie & Trinette StanleyIn the last few months two senior evangelical leaders have taken their own lives. The Archbishop’s letter said ‘It is with deep sadness that I write to inform you of the death of a colleague and friend … who took his own life on Tuesday and our hearts are heavy at this time as we come before God with our tears, questions and … hope in the promise of resurrection.’We react with a range of questions: Should I hav...
2025-12-09
38 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Stop the Spiral: How 20 Connected Breaths Create Emotional Space
When I guide this practice, I’m always struck by how quickly the mind can spiral — and how quickly the breath can interrupt that spiral. Most of us don’t need more advice or more willpower. We need a small wedge of space inside the moment where everything feels tight, urgent, or overwhelming.Today’s meditation is that wedge.In this episode, I lead you through a breath sequence called 20 Connected Breaths. It’s simple: inhale, exhale, inhale, exhale — four times — followed by one big inhale and a soft release. That’s one round. We repeat the cycle...
2025-12-03
09 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
How to Work With Thoughts: A Guided Meditation for Busy Minds
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how noisy the inner world can get. There’s so much happening out there—globally, collectively, personally—that by the time we sit down, the mind is already in motion. Buzzing. Planning. Replaying. Solving. Trying to help, even if it sometimes feels like too much help.In this week’s guided practice, I wanted to focus on something simple and powerful: the quality of our thinking mind and how breath becomes the anchor that steadies the whole system. When life gets fast, we forget that our breath is right there—alwa...
2025-12-01
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Come Back to Your Body: A Guided Body Scan for Stress and Overthinking
There are days when my mind feels like it’s sprinting while my body is still back at the starting line. On those days, I return to this simple practice — moving attention slowly through the body, sensation by sensation, breath by breath. Not to fix anything. Not to force calm. But simply to notice what’s here.When I guide this practice, I always begin with the reminder that there’s no ideal state waiting for us. We’re not doing meditation “right” or doing it “wrong.” We’re just meeting the moment as it unfolds — breath to breath, sensation t...
2025-11-26
14 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Slow Down and Pay Attention: A Meditation for Grounding Your Body and Breath
I’ve been thinking a lot about what it means to show up for ourselves—not in the self-optimisation way we’re usually sold, but in the quiet, ordinary sense. The way we show up when we sit down, close our eyes, and let ourselves be a person again. Not a task list. Not an identity. Just… a person.In today’s practice, I invite you into a gentle reset. We begin with intention—an honest look at what brings you here. Sometimes the intention is clear (“I’m overwhelmed and I need help”). Sometimes it’s soft, more like a wh...
2025-11-23
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Three-Times Rule: How to Sit With Distraction Without Suffering
In this week’s Q&A episode of Sit, Walk, Work, someone asked a question I hear all the time:“When my practice extends beyond 15 or 20 minutes, my body starts hurting. Is that normal?”Short answer: yes.Long answer: It’s an invitation.When we sit still longer than we’re used to, the body does exactly what a child does when we suddenly give them our undivided attention—it dumps everything it’s been holding. A little ache behind the knee, a pull in the low back, a buzzing in the hands… sud...
2025-11-21
04 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Listen Deeply: The Meditation of Paying Attention
When I first sat down to meditate years ago, I thought the goal was silence — that if I could quiet my thoughts, I’d finally find peace. But over time, I realized peace doesn’t come from pushing things away. It comes from listening — deeply, compassionately — to what’s already here.In this week’s Sit, Walk, Work practice, we explored listening as an act of meditation. The teaching came from Thich Nhat Hanh’s The Art of Communicating, where he reminds us that listening is first a practice with ourselves. Before we can truly hear another person, we have...
2025-11-11
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Find the Space Between Thought and Reaction
Some weeks, my mind moves faster than I can catch it.A judgment flashes about someone—a colleague, a friend—and before I’ve taken a breath, I’ve decided who they are and how I’ll respond. But in a quiet moment of meditation, I realized something simple but radical: that thought wasn’t true. It was just my mind, spinning a story. Gotcha That realization shaped this week’s practice: a meditation to help us find the space between thought and reaction. We begin by feeling the weight of the body—grounded, steady—then shift toward...
2025-11-03
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
How to Use Everyday Sensations as Meditation Anchors
There are days when my attention feels like it’s been tossed in a dozen directions—emails, conversations, noise in the background, noise in my head. That’s where anchors come in. In meditation, anchors are those steady points we rest our attention on: the breath, the body, and the sounds around us. They remind us that even in chaos, we can choose where to land.When I sit down to practice, I start with the breath. It’s the most familiar rhythm we have—rising, pausing, falling, pausing again. Just watching that cycle can change everything. You might...
2025-10-30
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Middle Way: Finding Balance in the Push and Pull of Life
There’s a quiet moment that arrives just after I close my eyes — that instant when I can feel the shift from doing to being. In that space, I’m reminded that everything in our practice is a dance between opposites.Today’s meditation grew out of that very idea. In my yoga class earlier, we explored how opposites shape equilibrium — how the pendulum of life constantly swings, yet somehow we stay grounded in the middle. It’s one thing to talk about balance on the mat, but quite another to notice it in the everyday: the inhale and e...
2025-10-20
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
🌿 The Season of Change: A Meditation on Renewal
Every season asks something of us.Autumn, in particular, invites a sense of release. It reminds us that letting go isn’t loss—it’s preparation. In this week’s guided meditation, I explore how the transitions of nature mirror our own inner cycles. Through the body, the breath, and awareness, we practice softening into change and remembering that renewal begins with paying attention.Lately, I’ve been feeling the subtle shift in the air—the way mornings are quieter, how the light hits differently through the window. Nature is changing clothes again. And like it or not, w...
2025-10-11
56 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Sitting with Loss Breathing Through What Remains
Today’s meditation brought me face-to-face with a theme many of us try to avoid: loss and grief. These are not abstract ideas—they show up in our daily lives in ways both subtle and sharp.When I think of grief, it’s not just the loss of a loved one. It can be the traffic jam that robs us of the time we wanted to spend differently, the relationship that changes in ways we didn’t expect, or the promotion that didn’t materialize. Even something as ordinary as waking up with a stiff back can carry its...
2025-10-05
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Finding Balance in Change: A Guided Meditation for Peace and Presence
This week on Sit, Walk, Work, I led a guided meditation centered on spaciousness and impermanence—two qualities that shape not only our practice, but the way we live every day.We began with the breath. Each inhale and exhale was a reminder that no two moments are ever the same. Impermanence reveals itself here: every breath is similar, yet completely unique. It’s the same truth that shows up in daily life. A difficult conversation with a partner or coworker may feel endless, but just like the breath, it changes. Tension softens, moods shift, and what feel...
2025-09-22
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Start Here: The Third Pillar: Practicing Mindfulness Through Work
When I sat down to record this episode, I wanted to talk about something that touches every corner of our lives: work. Not just the job we get paid for, but the ongoing work of being human — washing dishes, sending emails, having conversations, solving problems.So often, these tasks happen on autopilot. We brush our teeth while planning the day, eat lunch while checking messages, or listen to someone talk while preparing our response. Life becomes a blur of things to get through rather than experiences to be present for.This episode is the final pa...
2025-09-16
19 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Start Here: The Practice of Walking: How to Turn Every Step into a Meditation
The Practice of Walking: A Doorway into PresenceWelcome back to the Sit, Walk, Work podcast. Today, I invite you to step into the second pillar of our practice: walking as a meditation.We often think of meditation as something we do while sitting still. But what about the hours we spend moving through the world? Walking is one of the simplest, most automatic things we do—yet it can also be one of the most profound doorways into mindfulness.In this episode, I explore how walking meditation bridges the gap between sitting pr...
2025-09-11
19 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Start Here: Your First Meditation
You want to start meditating, but every time you try, your mind goes crazy.You sit down with good intentions, close your eyes, and immediately your brain starts planning dinner, replaying yesterday's awkward conversation, and reminding you about seventeen things you forgot to do. After three minutes of mental chaos, you give up and decide meditation "isn't for you."Here's what nobody tells beginners: that mental chatter isn't a sign you're bad at meditation. It's a sign you're human.Today's episode is specifically for people who think they can't meditate.I'm...
2025-08-31
21 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
From Scarcity to Abundance: A Meditation on Contribution and Possibility
Welcome back or welcome to the Sit, Walk, Work podcast. I’m Dominic, and in today’s episode, I’m offering you a guided meditation practice. This session is about shifting our attention away from measurement — the constant evaluations of “Am I good enough?” or “Am I doing this right?” — and into a space of possibility, abundance, and contribution.This week, I invite you to carry a simple guiding question:“How will I be a contribution in this moment?”Instead of focusing on comparison or scarcity, this practice helps you reconnect with your unique gifts, the pres...
2025-08-28
35 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Gratitude as a Living Practice
In this week’s episode, I invite you into a guided meditation centered on gratitude as a living practice.Gratitude often feels like something we should jot down in a journal at the end of the day—but in this practice, we explore gratitude as something alive in the body, the breath, and the present moment.I share how my own gratitude practice began while driving—speaking out loud the things I was grateful for—and how it helped me stay balanced, even in challenging times. From there, I guide you through a meditation sequence: breath a...
2025-08-19
30 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Garden of the Mind: Planting Thoughts That Grow
Sometimes, the only thing between scarcity and abundance is the way we breathe and what we notice.In today’s Sit, Walk, Work episode, we explore the theme of abundance — not as something to chase, but as something we can feel right now through breath, body awareness, and conscious thought.This guided practice moves through three main stages:* Expanding and releasing through the breath* Scanning the body for what’s already working well* Recognizing the deep connection between how we think and how we feelAlong the way, w...
2025-08-11
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Chain You Can Break: Meditation as Mental Training
“If you only take what the world gives you, you’ll be stressed, angry, and stuck. Meditation is how we change the input.”From Habit to Liberation: A Guided MeditationThis week on Sit, Walk, Work, I guide you through a meditation designed to help you reconnect with your breath, your body, and your mind — and gently challenge the unconscious conditioning we all carry.We start by asking: What habits are holding you back?And then we sit with it. We breathe.We observe the breath, the body, the stories...
2025-07-27
35 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Refinement Over Judgment: Guided Meditation on Self-Compassion
This week on the Sit, Walk, Work podcast, we drop into a guided meditation that begins with a simple moment:When my employee responded to “How are you?” with “I’m here,” it gave me pause. I honored the honesty but also gently offered a shift in perspective: “You’re here—and that’s something. Someone else didn’t get that chance today.”That exchange became a reminder of just how fragile and miraculous this moment is.In this episode, I guide you through a practice that brings us back to what matters—not perfection, not prod...
2025-07-21
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Witness Without Judgment: Meditation for Mindfulness and Compassion
This week on the Sit, Walk, Work podcast, I’m sharing a 30-minute guided meditation practice designed to help you soften into your breath, observe your thoughts, and extend the kindness you give so freely to others—toward yourself.It’s a practice I return to often, especially when I’m feeling overwhelmed or disconnected. We begin by anchoring the attention in the breath, then gently observe the mind without judgment. From there, we explore what it means to wish ourselves well—especially the younger parts of us that still long for kindness, patience, and care.There’s...
2025-07-16
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Wisdom of Opposites: Breathing Into the Middle Way
I grew up in a single-parent home. Like many, that meant figuring out a lot on my own—learning how to solve problems without a clear blueprint. One of the unexpected gifts of that experience was developing a kind of creative strategy: doing the opposite.We’re often told to trust our instincts, but what happens when those instincts are conditioned, reactive, or looping in a pattern that no longer serves us?That’s where today’s meditation begins.Inspired by teachings from Stoicism, the Bhagavad Gita, the Buddha, and even a famous episode...
2025-07-07
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
A Practice of Spacious Presence: Returning to the Body, Moment by Moment
When was the last time you allowed yourself to truly breathe — not just in and out, but into the fullness of your life?In this week’s episode of Sit, Walk, Work, I guide a 30-minute meditation centered on spaciousness — not only in the body but in our awareness, attention, and how we meet the moment. This post is a reflection and an invitation to experience that practice in your own time, with your breath.🌀 Why Spaciousness MattersMeditation often starts with the breath — the anchor. But breath is not the goal. It’s a doorway.
2025-06-30
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Adaptable Mind, Steady Breath: A Guided Meditation for Uncertain Times
“Train my mind to adapt to any circumstance.” — EpictetusLately, I’ve been thinking a lot about uncertainty — not just the abstract kind, but the very real, in-your-face, everyday kind. The kind that shows up when you’re learning something new, navigating a relationship shift, facing work unknowns, or simply trying to sit with your thoughts.For me, this theme hit home while training in jiu-jitsu. Each time I step on the mat, I have no idea what to expect. Who I’ll spar with. What I’ll learn. Whether I’ll get folded like laundry or find fl...
2025-06-22
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Faith in Practice: A Guided Meditation on Trusting the Process
Today’s episode of Sit, Walk, Work is a gentle invitation into the heart of practice: faith, not blind belief, but the kind of quiet trust that emerges when we keep showing up.This guided meditation walks you through a full-body scan, breath awareness, and a space of deep witnessing. Along the way, I offer reflections on the idea that even when we feel stuck or uncertain, the simple act of attention is doing its work.“The obstacle is the way,” as Ryan Holiday writes. Our practice reminds us that what we resist can become our te...
2025-06-15
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Grounded and Awake: A Deep Dive into Yoga Nidra for Stillness and Joy
Welcome to this episode of the Sit, Walk, Work podcast. Today, I'm thrilled to share a guided meditation experience with you, focusing on the profound practice of paying attention. We'll start with a brief recap of our previous exploration, setting the stage for a deeply grounding and expansive hour-long journey.We'll begin by inviting a sense of playful curiosity as we explore what's stirring within our awareness. We'll gently note our comfort levels, whether our bodies feel settled or if there's still some lingering energy. I’ll guide you through subtly shifting your focus, learning to zoom in...
2025-06-08
45 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Power of Presence: 60-Minute Yoga Nidra for Emotional Clarity
"Hey, everyone, welcome to this episode of the Sit, Walk, Work podcast. Today, I'm thrilled to share a guided meditation experience with you, focusing on the profound practice of paying attention. We'll start with a brief recap of our previous exploration, setting the stage for a deeply grounding and expansive hour-long journey.My intention with this practice is to help you redirect your attention inward, turning that powerful spotlight we usually shine on the outside world back onto ourselves. It’s a gift, really – this act of self-attention. The hardest part is always showing up, and you've alre...
2025-06-05
59 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Awareness and the Art of Paying Attention: A Guided Meditation on Perspective
Everything Depends on How You Look At It Hi friends, in this episode of Sit, Walk, Work, I guide you through a meditation centered on perspective— how the way we look at things can radically shape our inner experience.This 30-minute non-movement meditation invites you to tune into your six senses, shift your attention skillfully, and experience the dynamic nature of awareness. We explore how to open attention wide, then gradually narrow it to sounds and breath, and finally rest in spacious witnessing. Throughout the practice, I offer gentle encouragement to meet each moment with pr...
2025-06-01
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Mapping the Body with Breath: A 30-Minute Guided Meditation
Welcome to this guided meditation episode of Sit, Walk, Work. I’m Dominic, and today I invite you to join me for a 30-minute meditation practice that explores the dynamic relationship between narrow and broad focus.Together, we’ll begin by grounding in open awareness—just noticing what’s here. Then, we’ll gently narrow our focus to body sensations and use the breath as a bridge to move attention through different areas of the body. This helps us see how stories, labels, and preferences show up in our experience.We’ll explore how attentio...
2025-05-30
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
From Reaction to Response: Training Equanimity in Meditation
The purpose of the practice is to develop in us the ability to deal with all the vicissitudes of life in a balanced way. We learn to do so in meditation by observing with equanimity whatever happens within ourselves. With this equanimity, we can break the habit of blind reaction, and instead can choose the most beneficial course of action in any situation.- SN GoenkaIn today’s episode of the Sit, Walk, Work podcast, I guide you through a meditation centered around equanimity—the ability to meet life’s ever-changing moments with balance and cl...
2025-05-24
34 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Fierce Equanimity: The True Strength Behind Stillness: A Dharma Talk
In this episode, I unpack the misunderstood quality of equanimity—not as emotional numbness or passive resignation, but as a fierce and practical form of inner balance. Drawing parallels from martial arts, I explore how training the mind through meditation helps us stay grounded amidst chaos, make better decisions, nd live more fully. I share personal insights, teachings from my teacher Selena, and reflections on impermanence, armor, and the power of presence. Whether you’re new to mindfulness or deep in your practice, this is a call to show up, not perfectly, but with power, presence, and a willingness to c...
2025-05-23
10 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
How Mood Forms — and Shifts — in Each Breath
This week on Sit, Walk, Work, I shared a guided meditation that’s become a personal anchor lately—especially during weeks where my moods shift like weather.In the episode, we begin by settling into the breath, expanding into the body, and then loosening our focus into open awareness. Along the way, I talk about how our moment-to-moment experiences—what we feel, think, and sense—combine to shape our mood. And how, with attention, we can shape it back.“The only thing that stays is the stuff I hold on to.”That line kept echoing...
2025-05-12
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Beyond the Sit: Integrating Practice into Daily Life
In this episode, I talk about the living, breathing relationship between formal and informal practice. I share what it means to sit down on purpose — to pause — and also how practice continues in the way we wash dishes, talk to strangers, or navigate hard days. This isn’t about doing it all perfectly. It’s about showing up with attention and care, again and again. I also reflect on a moment when I realized I was being held by my practice in the middle of a very human moment — not on the cushion, but in the kitchen. This is an invitat...
2025-05-05
29 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Informal Meditation Matters
Meditation happens in contextA common association with meditation is that you have to be seated on a cushion in the right room and right conditions. This formal way of practicing is needed and valuable. It is the daily training for big game. In this case the big game is the challenging situations of our daily lives.How and where can you bring practice into your daily life ? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
2025-05-04
00 min
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Blossoming From Within: A 60-Min iRest Yoga Nidra Journey
Hi, it’s Dominic, your host of Sit, Walk, Work. In today’s episode, we settle into a 60-minute iRest Yoga Nidra practice, embracing the spirit of spring — the season of blossoming. I guide you through grounding your body, cultivating the seeds of awareness, and breathing life into the visions and intentions that matter most. Through mindful body scanning, breath wraps representing seasons and time, and heart-centered reflection, we explore how focused attention can help ideas, emotions, and resilience naturally grow. Whether you’re a seasoned meditator or simply in need of rest and renewal, this jou...
2025-04-28
1h 01
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Take 10: A Breath and Body Awareness Meditation
Hi, it’s Dominic, and in this episode, I guide you through a gentle 10-minute Vipassana and body scan meditation. This practice invites you to sit with your breath, tune into the subtle sensations of your body, and approach whatever arises with curiosity and compassion. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or simply seeking a moment of presence, this short guided session invites you to come home to yourself. No fixing, no forcing—just noticing.⏱️Timestamp Breakdown* 00:00 – Welcome and settling in* 00:17 – Finding a comfortable seated position* 00:43 – Inviting breath awareness* 01:48 – Anchoring attentio...
2025-04-24
10 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
What You Pay Attention To Shapes Your Life
In this episode of Sit, Walk, Work, I offer a simple yet profound meditation practice centered on the power of attention. Instead of moving through multiple techniques, we focus deeply on a single point—your breath—and explore how equanimity arises when we stop adding commentary to our experiences.You’ll be invited to sit with your breath, meet discomfort without judgment, and blend compassion into your awareness. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will help you remember: how you hold your attention shapes your reality.Let’s get quiet and curiou...
2025-04-21
31 min
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Sit With Me: Meditation on Space, Sensation, and Soft Attention
Hey everyone, it’s Dominic. In this episode of Sit, Walk, Work, I guide you through a meditation on one of my favorite themes: space—the space between breaths, between thoughts, and between transitions in life. This isn’t just about stillness—it’s about awareness, compassion, and the power of beginning again. Together, we explore the physical sensations in our bodies, the origin of breath, and what happens when we hold our attention with softness. Whether new to meditation or deep in your practice, this 30-minute session offers a grounded, heart-centered journey into presence, joy, and equanimity. Let’s sit togeth...
2025-04-16
34 min
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Naming What Is: How Self Honesty Heals
In this episode, I talk about something that’s been alive in me lately: the challenge and gift of naming what is, especially in the midst of contradiction, tension, and grief. I share a story about a conversation that revealed to me how often we speak in code—using polite language, or spiritual language, instead of saying the hard thing out loud.I reflect on how systems—familial, spiritual, societal—shape the way we speak and what we’re allowed to name, and how choosing clarity, especially around grief, can be a form of self-trust and healing. I ask: Wha...
2025-04-07
34 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Beyond Burnout: The Art of Rest and Resistance
In this episode of Sit Walk Work, I dive into the often-overlooked power of rest as resistance—how stepping away from constant productivity isn’t just about self-care, but about reclaiming autonomy in a world that demands our relentless output.I begin by exploring how systems—both external and internal—condition us to equate worth with work. Whether it’s hustle culture, capitalism, or deeply ingrained beliefs about success, we often find ourselves stuck in cycles of exhaustion that leave little room for true renewal.But what if we saw rest, stillness, and slowness as powerful t...
2025-04-02
34 min
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Meditation Myths Debunked: Why Losing Focus is Part of the Practice
In this episode of Sit Walk Work, I depart from the usual guided meditation format and deliver a thoughtful mini Dharma talk combined with an FAQ session. I reflect on common challenges in meditation, such as losing focus, misconceptions around stopping thoughts and navigating inner resistance. I offer personal insights into how practice can soften our relationship with our thoughts and help us embrace life’s complexities. My reflections aim to encourage listeners to cultivate curiosity, self-compassion, and patience in their meditation journeys.Subscribe, so you can get the latest updates as soon as they are available...
2025-03-28
05 min
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Grow Like a Tree: Meditation for Holding Opposites and Finding Balance
In this episode of the Sit, Walk, Work podcast, I guide you through a meditation practice inspired by the metaphor of trees. We explore the theme of growing in two directions—upward towards the light and downward for grounding and resilience. Through breathwork, loving-kindness mantras, and mindfulness techniques, I invite you to observe your experience with compassion and expand your awareness beyond the breath. Whether you’re looking to soften resistance, hold opposites within you, or deepen your meditation, this practice offers space to grow from the center and cultivate peace.Time Stamp Breakdown* 00:00:00 – 00:00:15: Introduction: Welcom...
2025-03-26
33 min
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The Locus of Attention: A Guided Meditation for Deep Awareness
Episode SummaryIn this guided meditation, we explore the locus of attention—where our awareness naturally rests and how we can intentionally shift it. Through breath awareness, body scanning, and mindful observation, this practice helps cultivate inner steadiness amidst life's chaos.Timestamps & Content Breakdown00:00 - 00:01 – Introduction* Welcome to Sit, Walk, Work* Overview of today’s guided meditation00:01 - 00:03 – Settling In* Preparing the body for stillness* Breath awareness & body scan* Releasing tension from face, jaw, and hands00:03 - 00:07 – Exploring the Locus of A...
2025-03-17
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Expanding Through Stillness: A Meditation for Overwhelmed Minds
🔥 When life feels overwhelming, expansion is the key.In this guided meditation episode, we explore how our breath, body sensations, and thoughts expand and contract—just like our experiences. By tuning into these patterns, we cultivate awareness, stillness, and the ability to shift our energy rather than being trapped by it. 🌿What You’ll Experience in This Episode:✔️ Breathwork to expand your capacity✔️ Sensory awareness to deepen presence✔️ Thought exploration to break rigid patterns✔️ A powerful metaphor about resilience & renewal🧘 “Stillness isn’t emptiness—it’s where transformation begins.”
2025-03-10
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Breathe Through the Chaos: A Meditation for Finding Inner Calm
Welcome to Sit, Walk, Work, a podcast about paying attention. In today’s episode, I guide you through a seated meditation practice focused on expanding awareness—from the breath to the body, to emotions, and finally outward toward others. Together, we explore how witnessing our experience can lead to deeper connection, gratitude, and generosity.Throughout this meditation, I invite you to notice the subtle shifts in breath, body sensations, and thoughts. We also practice cultivating joy and sending it outward, recognizing that love and kindness are not finite resources but something that can overflow and be shared.
2025-03-06
31 min
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Drowning in To-Dos? This Meditation Will Bring You Back to Center
Welcome to Sit, Walk, Work, a podcast about paying attention. In this episode, I guide you through a 30-minute meditation that you can practice anywhere. We start with the breath as an anchor, then expand our awareness through a body scan—from the feet to the crown of the head. Along the way, we explore sensations, thoughts, and emotions, inviting in compassion for our bodies and gratitude for the present moment. Whether you’re seated or lying down, this practice is a space for renewal and rest. Take a breath, settle in, and let’s begin.If y...
2025-02-24
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Power of Pause: Cultivating Joy and Stillness Within
What if, for just a few moments, you could put everything down—the to-do lists, the mental noise, the constant rush—and simply be? Today, I invite you into a practice of stillness, a chance to reconnect with yourself, your breath, and the quiet presence that’s always here, waiting. Let’s begin.In this episode of Sit, Walk, Work, we explore the power of presence through a deeply grounding guided NSDR meditation. This practice invites you to slow down, reconnect with your body, and cultivate awareness of breath, emotions, and thoughts. Whether you’re feeling restless or simply...
2025-02-17
1h 01
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Love Without Limits: Cultivating Joy Every Day
In this talk of Sit, Walk, Work, I explore the true nature of love and joy beyond the commercialized version sold to us—especially on days like Valentine’s Day. I reflect on how consumer culture has shaped our expectations of happiness and why so many people feel lonely when they don’t see themselves reflected in the world around them.We dive into the fleeting nature of material joy, the power of presence, and how practices like iRest meditation help us reconnect with an inherent well-being that isn’t dependent on external conditions. I share simple ways to...
2025-02-15
17 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Drowning in Everyday Noise: Sit, Breathe, Love, Finding Kindness in Your Meditation Practice
Welcome to Sit, Walk, Work. I’m Dominic, and today’s episode is a guided meditation on loving-kindness. In a world that often feels overwhelming, this practice helps us reconnect with our innate desire for joy and compassion. We begin by softening into the body, focusing on the breath, and grounding ourselves before moving into the loving-kindness phrases. Whether you’re new to meditation or a longtime practitioner, this episode invites you to cultivate a sense of ease and kindness—first for yourself, then for others.Join me as we explore the golden thread of humanity—the universal...
2025-02-09
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
We Are Drowning In Resistance: A Guided Meditation on Breath and Awareness
In the current episode of Sit, Walk, Work, I guide you through a meditation centered on embracing resistance with kindness and curiosity. The world's climate is such that we encounter resistance at every turn. In this practice we explore the natural flow of the breath, the subtle pauses between inhales and exhales, and how shifting perspectives can transform our practice. Through the lens of a simple yet profound story, we reflect on how our approach to mental resistance shapes our experience. The episode concludes with a gratitude practice, helping you anchor into the present with a renewed sense of...
2025-02-05
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Breath, Sound, and Thought: A Guided Meditation for Presence
Welcome to today’s episode of the Sit Walk Work podcast! I’m your host, Dominic, and this episode takes you through a guided meditation focused on anchoring your awareness through breath, sound, and thought. Starting with intention-setting, I guide you to explore the stillness and flow within each sensory experience. Along the way, we delve into how mindfulness opens a deeper connection with your inner observer and builds patience and focus. Whether you’re new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner, this practice offers space for insight and renewal.Time Stamp Breakdown:* 00:00:00 - 00:00:09: Introduction, like a...
2025-01-26
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
One Step to Equanimity: A Guided Meditation Practice
Hi, everyone, and welcome back to Sit Walk Work! I’m Dominic, and in today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the practice of mindfulness with a guided meditation. Together, we explore the flow between breath, body, and thought—breaking them down into meaningful categories like memory, imagination, and planning.This practice invites us to observe how thoughts shape our emotions, how the body responds to them, and how we can consciously shift our attention to what truly serves us. Whether it’s recognizing joy or softening resistance, today’s episode is about cultivating balance and finding equa...
2025-01-26
30 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Navigating Life’s Opposites: A Journey into Compassion and Expansion
Welcome to today’s episode of the Sit, Walk, Work podcast! I’m Dominic, your guide in exploring the art of paying attention. In this episode, we dive into themes of expansion, self-compassion, and the middle way—embracing life’s opposites and finding balance amid external and internal challenges.I reflect on Pema Chödrön’s When Things Fall Apart and share insights about the eight worldly dharmas: pleasure and pain, loss and gain, fame and disgrace, and praise and blame. Together, we explore how mindfulness can help us navigate these opposites without attachment, alleviating unnecessary suffering.
2025-01-22
39 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
New Year, New Intentions: A Guided Meditation for Spacious Awareness
Hello friends! In this episode of the Sit, Walk, Work podcast, I guide you through a special meditation practice inspired by the new year. Together, we set intentions, explore the rhythm of our breath, and embrace the spaciousness of awareness. We reflect on the changing nature of our moments and discover stillness amidst the flow of thoughts, breath, and sensations. This practice encourages us to release rigidity, cultivate gratitude, and connect with the fluidity of our lives. I’m so grateful to share this time with you.Timestamps Breakdown* [00:00:00] Welcome and Introduction...
2025-01-19
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Finding Your Middle Way: A Guided Meditation Journey
In this reflective episode of the Sit Walk Work podcast, host Dominic guides listeners through a meditation practice designed to welcome the new year with intention, self-kindness, and awareness. This session emphasizes the importance of starting small and embracing each moment as a chance to begin again. Explore a sequence of mindfulness techniques, from breath awareness to noticing body sensations, culminating in the simple yet profound act of being. Whether new to meditation or returning to your practice, this episode provides a grounding and compassionate space to reset.Timestamps:* 00:00:00 - 00:00:40: Introduction and episode overview
2025-01-14
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Craving, Letting Go, and the Space to Begin Again
Welcome to Sit, Walk, Work, a podcast dedicated to cultivating mindfulness. In this guided meditation, we delve into the Third Noble Truth—the path to inner peace lies in releasing cravings and attachments. This episode invites listeners to become aware of the subtle patterns of wanting that lead to tension and explore the transformative power of letting go. Through mindful breathing and focused awareness, we journey from constriction to spaciousness. 00:00-00:04 – Welcome and Introduction00:05-00:21 – Overview of Today’s Practice00:22-01:11 – Recap of Previous Practices and Focus on Craving01:12-03:30 – Preparing for Meditati...
2025-01-06
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
What to Do When Goals Go Awry: Lessons in Self-Compassion and Resilience
In this episode of Sit Walk Work, Dominic dives into “The Subtle Side of Goal Setting.” Instead of focusing on conventional tactics like SMART goals and accountability partners, I explore deeper, often overlooked elements of goal-setting success: self-compassion, letting go, maintaining a beginner’s mind, and the courage to begin again. Drawing from personal experience and insightful quotes, this reflective discussion reveals the emotional tools necessary to stay resilient when plans inevitably go awry.Listeners are introduced to strategies for overcoming self-criticism, embracing life’s unpredictability, and maintaining momentum, ensuring goals remain achievable, no matter the challenges.00...
2025-01-06
16 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Mindful Beginnings: Starting the Year with Reflection and Intention
Welcome to the first episode of 2025 on Sit Walk Work! In this episode, I reflect on the theme of endings and beginnings—both inevitable and transformative. Drawing inspiration from personal stories, the Yoga Sutras, and the Buddha’s Five Daily Remembrances, I explore the bittersweet nature of letting go and the magic that lies beyond. Together, we’ll delve into embracing change, practicing mindfulness, and aligning our actions with the values we want to carry forward. This episode also features a meditation to help you anchor yourself in the cycles of breath as we set an intention for the year a...
2025-01-02
26 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Grasping All Things: Attention as Power Shaping Your Inner World
In this episode of Sit Walk Work, we explore the art of open awareness meditation, shifting from broad attention to focused mindfulness. I guide you through steps to tune into your body, observe your breath, and create moments of inner peace amidst life’s flux. Together, we reflect on the power of attention, gratitude, and the impermanence of our experiences. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned meditator, this practice invites curiosity, patience, and self-discovery.(00:00:00) – Introduction to Open Awareness: What it is and why it’s transformative.(00:00:34) – Establishing Posture: Creating a steady, comfortable foundation for practi...
2024-12-24
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Suffering Exists In All Things: A Guided Meditation for Compassion and Focus
Welcome to this episode of Sit, Walk, Work. I’m Dominic, and today, we explore a meditation practice designed to open space within, even amidst the shifting landscapes of our experiences. This session moves through attention: starting wide, narrowing to the breath, and opening again to meet our challenges and joys with compassion and tolerance.We touch on how awareness of the breath connects us to the present and explore grounding through gratitude, patience, and an invitation to deepen kindness toward ourselves. This 30-minute practice is a gentle reminder of our capacity to shape our experience by ch...
2024-12-21
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Be Still and Know:A Meditation with Breath and Mantras
Welcome to this episode of Sit Walk Work, your guide to mindfulness and meditation. I’m Dominic, your host, and in this guided meditation, we’ll explore proven techniques to reduce stress, enhance focus, and cultivate gratitude. Together, we’ll practice soft belly breathing, use mantras like ‘Be still and know that I am,’ and focus on anchoring our attention in the present moment.This episode is perfect for anyone looking to calm their mind, release tension, and reconnect with their inner self. By the end, you’ll feel more grounded, aware, and ready to extend kindness and compassi...
2024-12-16
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Learning to Be Kind to Yourself: The Art of Self-Tolerance
In this talk, I delve into the practice of self-tolerance—what it means and why it’s essential for both personal growth and how we connect with others. The idea came to me during a visit to the Holocaust and Intolerance Museum, a sobering experience that made me reflect deeply on how easily we categorize others, losing sight of the shared humanity that binds us.But what about how we categorize and treat ourselves? For so long, I’ve carried a relentless inner critic, a voice that doesn’t always feel like my own, shaped by repeated stories...
2024-12-11
12 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Ease Within: A Breathwork Journey
Welcome to Sit Walk Work. In today’s episode, we’re embracing the theme of finding ease in the midst of effort with a 30-minute guided breathwork meditation. This practice is designed to create a bridge between your busy, restless moments and the quiet clarity we all need to thrive. Together, we’ll explore the art of pausing, with mindful instructions to align your body, settle your hands, and tune in to your breath.The session weaves a blend of grounding techniques and calming visualization, helping you anchor yourself in the present moment. Whether you’re seated at a des...
2024-11-28
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Softening Into the Moment: A Guided Experience
Welcome to Sit, Walk, Work, a podcast about paying attention. I’m Dominic, your host, and today’s episode guides you through a deeply restorative practice called soft belly breathing. This somatic meditation invites you to soften tension in your body, reconnect with your breath, and cultivate a tender, curious, and compassionate attitude.We’ll explore how this simple yet profound practice can help release stress—not just on the mat but in everyday moments like work, commutes, or life’s unexpected challenges. It’s about creating space for ease and awareness in real-time.Together, we’ll slow d...
2024-11-24
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Three Directions of Forgiveness
Welcome to Sit, Walk, Work, a podcast about paying attention. In this episode, I guide you through the profound and often unspoken practice of forgiveness. Most of us aren't taught this; I certainly wasn’t. But holding onto old hurts, whether they involve others or ourselves, only binds us to the past. Today, we’ll explore how forgiveness is less about changing what happened and more about freeing up space for the future.I share a powerful framework I learned from Jack Kornfield called The Three Directions of Forgiveness. This involves three key areas: asking forgiveness from thos...
2024-11-17
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
A Tapestry of Sensation Connecting with Your Bodys Wisdom
Welcome to Sit Walk Work, a podcast about paying attention. I’m Dominic, your guide. In today’s episode, we journey through a deeply grounding and expansive meditation. Together, we explore a practice inspired by iRest Yoga Nidra, guiding you to connect with sensations, sounds, and the subtle rhythms of your breath and body.Today, we’ll slow down, move through the body, and feel the sensations that often go unnoticed amidst daily distractions. I’ll be here to prompt you to sense, witness, and welcome whatever arises—giving attention to your body, your breath, and even the quiete...
2024-11-11
1h 01
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
5-4-3-2-1: Sensing, Accepting, and Grounding in the Moment
Welcome to this episode of Sit Walk Work. Today, I guide you through a grounding meditation, a practice you can do anywhere to help deepen your sense of presence and self-compassion. We’ll explore grounding through the senses, beginning with a simple exercise where I invite you to notice things you can feel, hear, and smell in your surroundings. We use the breath to root us in the body, moving from the feeling of our breath to a broader awareness of physical sensations.Then, I guide you to listen to sounds around you, observing how they layer in...
2024-11-08
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Breath In / Breath Out: A Practice on the End of Things
Welcome to Sit, Walk, Work, a podcast dedicated to the art of paying attention. I’m Dominic, and today, I’m guiding you through a meditation focused on ‘the end of things.’ This practice gently explores how we meet or resist endings, big and small, and the natural rhythm of life they reveal. We build awareness around these cycles and invite a compassionate attitude toward whatever arises, starting with grounding ourselves in the body and the breath.Throughout this episode, you’ll have moments to feel your presence in the here and now. Whether it’s the breath, a se...
2024-11-05
29 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
IRest45 Autumn Stillness: Finding Calm in Times of Change
Welcome to the Sit Walk Work podcast, a podcast dedicated to the art of paying attention. I’m Dominic, your host, and today’s episode is a guided meditation called Autumn Stillness: A Meditation on Change. In this session, we explore the transformative power of change through a mindful practice that you can do anywhere.As the season shifts to autumn, we are reminded of the subtle changes around us—falling leaves, cooler temperatures—and how these reflect the internal transitions we experience. Our practice today focuses on finding moments of stillness amidst those changes, reminding us that eve...
2024-11-01
42 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Noticing the Shift: Finding Ease in the Flow of Life
Welcome to another Sit, Walk, Work episode: A Show About Paying Attention. I’m Dominic, your host, and today’s episode takes you through a guided meditation focused on mindfulness and embracing impermanence. Together, we’ll explore the subtle shifts in your breath, body sensations, and thoughts, reminding ourselves that things don’t need to be perfect to be meaningful.As we move through the practice, I’ll guide you in softening your focus and bringing compassion to what arises. Whether returning to your breath or observing your thoughts without attachment, this episode encourages you to connect with the d...
2024-10-30
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Letting Go: A Meditation on Breath and Compassion
In this episode of the Sit, Walk, Work podcast, we explore the theme of letting go—both in meditation and in life. I guide listeners through a calming meditation practice that focuses on releasing tension, distractions, and mental clutter, using the breath for relaxation and mindfulness.You will start by grounding yourself in the present moment, becoming aware of your breath, and observing the natural cycle of inhaling and exhaling. The episode highlights how letting go is vital to mindfulness, whether letting go of a breath or a thought. I introduce the concept of alternate nostril breathing an...
2024-10-25
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Embracing Transitions: A Meditation on Breath, Body, and Mind
In this episode, I guide you through a meditation focused on transitions in our practice and daily lives. We begin by noticing what we bring into the practice—physical tension, emotions, or mental busyness—and then gradually move our attention to the breath. From there, I lead you into a broader exploration of the body, noticing how the breath and body interact. Along the way, I invite you to see the stories we tell ourselves and offer space to let go of judgment or tension, returning to the simple act of breathing.Thanks for reading and list...
2024-10-12
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Dharma Talk: Letters from Love: Cultivating Self-Communication and Grace in Transition
In this episode, I explore transitions as we move into the fall season. This time of year offers a natural opportunity to reflect on the changes in our lives, just as the trees shed their leaves to prepare for new growth. I explore how we can embrace these transitions—both externally and internally—and use them as moments for personal growth, clearing away what no longer serves us.I also discuss the importance of communication, particularly self-communication. Learning to speak kindly to ourselves is critical in fostering better relationships with others. I introduce a powerful journaling practice call...
2024-10-07
24 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Meeting Discomfort with Kindness: A Compassion Meditation
In this episode, I guide you through a meditation practice that focuses on cultivating compassion towards discomfort and embracing the present moment's reality. We begin by anchoring ourselves in the breath, gently shifting attention to the body, and inviting awareness of any discomforts that might be present. As we move through this practice, I encourage you to offer yourself kindness and compassion, allowing thoughts and sensations to arise without judgment.Together, we explore the steady presence that holds our experience, touching on the importance of softness and self-compassion in our daily lives. We’ll also tune into th...
2024-09-29
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Exploring Inner Peace: Yoga Nidra for Rest and Reflection
In this episode of the Sit, Walk, Work podcast, I guide an I-Rest Yoga Nidra meditation centered around equilibrium and balance, particularly when we feel off-balance in our daily lives. Through mindful attention to the body and breath, listeners can explore sensations of groundedness, support, and a deeper connection with themselves. I skillfully guide the audience through the body, from the toes to the head, offering gentle prompts to notice feelings, sensations, and emotions while embracing comfort and discomfort with curiosity. The practice encourages reflection, self-compassion, and the development of an inner resource to cultivate a sense of being “ok...
2024-09-23
56 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Guided Meditation on Equilibrium and Heart Awareness
18 Inches in real life is not that far away, yet it might as well be miles away in this quest to live a whole life. We can spend our entire lives making decisions with our heads only, never learning to consult our hearts on matters, or we can start to learn how to bring more of our complete selves to situations. Key Takeaways:• The episode centers on cultivating equilibrium between the mind and the heart.• It offers practical breathing techniques (natural breath and conscious sighs) for relaxation and mental clarity.• Listeners are en...
2024-09-15
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Awakening to Lovingkindness
Overview In this episode of the *Sit, Walk, Work* podcast, I guide listeners through a 30-minute meditation on cultivating lovingkindness and self-compassion. The meditation begins with grounding exercises that help listeners connect with their bodies, followed by a focus on the breath and the flow of thoughts. I encourage participants to observe their feelings without judgment and foster deep gratitude and self-love. By the end of the session, listeners are gently led to an awareness of the interconnectedness of their mind, body, and breath, leaving them with a renewed sense of inner peace and kindness toward themselves.
2024-09-03
32 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Live a Life Have An Awakening (Dharma Talk)
Episode Summary:In this episode, I delve into the concept of awakening—what it means to awaken to one’s life and the conditions required to achieve this heightened state of awareness. The episode explores the importance of building a solid foundation in three key areas: the body, the craft, and the mind. I emphasize that awakening is not just a moment of epiphany but a process that involves intentional actions and mindset shifts.00:03-1:20 Intro 01:20-28:50 Dharma Talk 28:50-29:14 Outro This is a public episode. If you woul...
2024-08-30
29 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Awaken Gratitude for Mind Body & Craft
This episode provides a calming and reflective meditation experience suitable for listeners looking to deepen their mindfulness practice, enhance their sense of gratitude, and explore the interconnectedness of body, mind, and breath.Key Themes:• Mindfulness and Presence: The practice is centered on being fully present with one’s breath, body, and thoughts.• Gratitude: Emphasizing gratitude for the breath, the body, and the mind as essential elements that support well-being.• Body Awareness: Encouraging an exploration of physical sensations to cultivate a deeper connection with the body.• Reflection and Contemplation: Integrating reflective...
2024-08-24
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
IRest: Stable, Able, Imaginative
Prepare yourself for a guided forty-seven-minute practice. Artwork by Katonah YogaBefore starting the class: * Make yourself as comfortable as possible. While you can choose to sit, the preferred method is to lie down, ensuring you are in a state of complete relaxation. * Grab a blanket when we relax; our core body temp can decline, so it is nice to have one nearby. * If you are lying on a yoga mat, please feel free to place a blanket over your knees and head to help you feel comfortable or bolster under.
2024-08-17
47 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The End of A Journey (Dharma Talk)
Enjoy this non meditation episode to close out this months theme. I hope you find these ideas useful in your meditation journey. Remember if you like what you hear to like and subscribe to the podcast and or the substack. Thanks for reading Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sitwalkwork.substack.com
2024-08-01
20 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Exploring the Journey of Sensations (Guided Meditation)
Join me on this enlightening episode as we explore “The Journey of Sensations & Preference.” In this episode, we delve into the intricate relationship between our sensory experiences and our preferences, examining how these elements influence our state of rest and well-being. Through guided meditation, I aim to enhance your awareness and help you achieve a deeper state of relaxation. Whether new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner, this episode offers valuable insights and practices to support your journey toward inner peace.Thanks for reading Sit,Walk,Write (SW^2)! Subscribe for free to receive new post...
2024-07-28
29 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Elastic Heart (Yoga Nidra)
As a guided meditation practice. It provides you with the opportunity to listen to me and guide you with various prompts to focus your attention. It is a non-movement classYou will journey in a multitude of directions; your job is to be kind, observe, and watch. Be a good host to whatever comes up. Meeting things with a curious and open intention can help you to get the most benefit out of the practiceThanks for reading and listening This is a public episode. If you would like to...
2024-07-21
1h 00
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
The Journey (Dharma + Meditation)
In this episode, I discuss taking steps toward the unknown in our lives. It can be unsettling when we start to take steps toward honoring ourselves and taking control of our lives. You don’t need to have a large purpose for this to apply to you; it can be as simple as a goal you may have that you need or want to accomplish. The work is the same, and it all starts the same way—with a single step. The first 15 minutes of the episode consist of a dharma talk about this topic, followed by a 30...
2024-07-11
47 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Expansion of Attention
In this guided meditation, you are invited to explore attention in a non-local way to see the expansive nature of the practice. In a world where we can feel restricted or small, it can feel like a relief to touch the space that is always within you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sitwalkwork.substack.com
2024-07-02
31 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
Contraction and Expansion Meditation
It is easy to begin to shrink under the weight of life’s responsibilities, causing us to feel contracted. Yet when this happens, a new opportunity is provided to move beyond this state of being and find space within ourselves for comfort and peace. If you enjoy this meditation, consider joining my community substack. https://sitwalkwrite.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sitwalkwork.substack.com
2024-06-22
29 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
What Is Metta?
It is in the nature of love to be expansive. Metta is the Pali word for loving-kindness, goodwill, and general well-wishing. In this meditation I explore the way this concept supports expansion in our practice and the benefits of letting the goodwill and love we cultivate for ourselves overflow to others. This is a practice to com back to often on your journey as it can take a few servings of it before the benefits start to reveal themselves. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...
2024-06-14
33 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
A Meditation For Rest (Yoga Nidra)
In this twenty-five-minute guided non-sleep deep rest or yoga nidra, you are invited to be guided into rest, ease, and sleep. You can use this meditation to help you fall asleep, or if you wake up and cannot go back to sleep, allow this meditation to aid in your rest and recovery. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sitwalkwork.substack.com
2024-06-05
26 min
Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)
What is Sit Walk Work?
Welcome to Sit, Walk, and Work, a podcast on paying attention. In this episode, I discuss the show's layout and what to expect as the season progresses. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sitwalkwork.substack.com
2024-06-05
06 min
Do It Again But Better
"More Sugar Cubes, Please" - Do it Again But Better, Dominic Gruenewald
On this episode of Do it Again But Better, Jess chats to actor, voice artist, writer and beer connoisseur, Lord Dominic Gruenewald. Having spent the last several years in very close proximity as they regularly tour several shows around the state, Jess and Dom let you in on their secret sisterhood as they swap stories about auditioning for fake audition panels but still booking the role, their surprising connections to Sri Lanka, and their inability to escape from performing a certain Arthur Miller show forever and ever...Dominic graduated from The Actor’s Centre Australia in 2018 and q...
2024-03-17
2h 45
The Ordinary Yogi
Ep. 99 - Building Resilience with Dominic Stanley
Send us a textGenerally, people find themselves on a yoga mat to help with their flexibility but what keeps them coming back is far deeper. My guest this week is Dominic Stanley. He is a yoga/meditation instructor as well as a Senior Master Sergeant in the Air National Guard. In this episode we dive into how the practice of yoga has helps him meet the demands of military life. By contrasting his life before the practice of yoga and after we are able to see the benefits men can unlock by finding themselves...
2023-08-21
50 min
Talking Toro Podcast
S2E29 - S2E29 - ‘Dominic Bliss on Erbstein and Superga’ - (#43)
In the first half of this week's episode, Peter and Rob discuss the rather strange places that they watched Toro's 2-1 home defeat to Atalanta. This week's fixtures against Sampdoria and Monza are previewed, as Rob looks at the Granata's surprisingly good form in the matches pre and post Superga.With it being Superga week, in the second half, the boys are joined by Dominic Bliss, author of the outstanding book 'Erbstein: The triumph and tragedy of football's forgotten pioneer' to discuss Egri Erbstein's incredible life and time at Torino. Hosted on Acast. See acast...
2023-05-02
1h 10
The Flying Frisby - money, markets and more
A great interview with Stanley Druckenmiller
I don’t listen to as many interviews and podcasts as I used to, or indeed as I should (more fool me), but this interview this week with legendary investor, Stanley Druckenmiller, happened across my desk and I highly recommend it, if you can find the time. It’s long, but well worth it.Druckenmiller founded Duquesne Capital in 1981 and closed it 2010 with some $12bn in assets. He is said to have made $260 million in 2008 alone. He was also, from 1988 to 2000, lead portfolio manager of George Soros’ Quantum Fund. (Many of the best parts of the interview regard...
2022-06-19
07 min