A discussion about how to better communicate with others about difficult subjects.

Chris sits down with sound healer and addiction recovery expert Kelvin Young to discuss how holistic healing and mindfulness practices helped Kelvin overcome great odds and his addictive behaviors. A truly inspiring story.

Doug Worthen's second appearance on the podcast switches gears from his role as a mindfulness teacher and administrator to that of a more personal tone.  Doug discusses his diagnosis and subsequent recovery from Lymphoma, the arduous treatment and ultimately the doctor who saved his life.  Doug credits his mindfulness practice with allowing him to let the recovery happen, what Doug calls "unfolding" as opposed to the traditional term of "battling" cancer.  He is also not afraid to have a...

Lisa and Chris discuss the roots of art therapy, who it is for and how it can help.

Ever been in pain? That makes all of us!!!! Chris and Tim have a discussion about mindfulness and its relevance in helping our first responders, military personnel and veterans. With a focus on treating mostly male clients, Tim has a unique perspective on trauma, healing and empowerment. As an LPC and veteran of the Air Force, Tim is in a special role to be able to help other wellness professional understand an underserved population. Get a pad and paper because you may want to take notes.

Discussion about an article in the NY Times titles Teaching Men to be Emotionally Honest and its implications for current events and attitudes.

Chris interviews mindfulness expert Terry Fralich, LCPC about his 5 Core Skills of Mindfulness.

Ever feel like parenting is the most difficult job ever? So do they!! Chris and Dr. Liz discuss parenting, mindfulness and survival in a job you can't quit. Whether you have infants, toddlers, tweens, teens or young adults, you are sure to learn something.

Have you heard about the mood food connection? Want to know more? Chris and registered dietitian Bridget Komosky discuss this topic, as well as eating disorders, the gut biome and eating everything...in balance. Informative and fun.

Chris has an in-depth conversation with Catherine Ewing about Emotional Freedom Technique or "tapping" and its relationship to healing trauma, mindfulness and therapy. As an expert in healing early life trauma, abuse, mother loss, and family dysfunction, Catherine uses an integrated approach of energy psychology, energy healing, spirituality, Law of Attraction and coaching in her practice. She has 25 plus years of experience in the field and is an amazing resource.

Chris speaks with his former supervisor and boss about eating disorder treatment at Walden Behavioral Care, and what that organization is doing to promote mindfulness in treatment. Rebekah is currently an Assistant Vice President at Walden Behavioral Care. This is the first episode of a series concerning eating disorder awareness.

Chris tells the story of a "mindless moment" that turned into a learning moment. Chris relates these stories to make mindfulness more accessible and relatable to our daily lives. This particular story relates to children throwing tantrums and how we respond (mindfully or not) as parents and caretakers.

Learn more about how to become involved in the mindful education movement.

Conversation w Amanda Pasciucco, LMFT & Nate Guerrin

As a Middlesex student, Doug ’96 served as a co-captain of the varsity football and lacrosse teams. He was All-New England in football in 1994 and 1995 and All-New England and Honorable Mention All-American in lacrosse in 1996. Doug continued on to the University of Virginia, where he played lacrosse for four years and was a member of the 1999 National Championship team. Since graduating from UVA, Doug has developed a passion for mindfulness and meditation and is currently very active in the...

George has 20 years of teaching experience and 25 years of study in the Chinese arts of Tai Chi and Qi Gong.  He has successfully developed and continues to deliver classes in both arts for a number of organizations including municipal recreation departments, corporate fitness centers and local health-focused healing centers.  His goal is to give students the tools with which to reap the ongoing health and self-healing benefits associated with Tai Chi and Qi Gong by offering group classes and...

Chris Griffin LPC, host of the Mindful Matters podcast, gives a brief overview of what the listener can expect, and how to connect with the host.