#28 – The Power of Meditation with Our Dear Friend Doug - The WHY Matters Podcast

Send a textIn this episode we interview our close friend Doug, an experienced meditation practitioner and teacher. We delve into the profound benefits of meditation, sharing personal stories and insights on how meditation has helped us handle stress, improve interpersonal relationships, and discover our authentic selves. Doug discusses his journey from curiosity to becoming a certified meditation instructor, his experiences with silent retreats, and his daily meditation practice. We also offer practical advice for beginners and emphasize the importance of exploring meditation without expectations. This episode provides a comprehensive look into the deep and lasting impact meditation can have on one’s life.Leave us a voice message and send it over to us at [email protected] can call us and leave us a voicemail at 424 442 9295.Doug’s Udemy Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/mantra-meditation/?referralCode=C292FCAF98C545866D1701:15 Introducing Our Special Guest: Doug08:14 Doug's Journey into Meditation11:52 Understanding Meditation and Its Benefits16:30 Doug's Meditation Training and Teaching22:18 The Challenges and Realities of Meditation26:38 The Power of Meditation During COVID28:14 Experiencing a Silent Retreat37:07 Daily Meditation Practices41:48 Starting Your Meditation Journey47:43 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsPATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/worldtowningIf you would like to support us in a greater capacity where you can snag some cool swag, plus join us for monthly LIVE chats, and get huge discounts on future group trips. Thank you!GROUP TRIPShttps://worldtowningvoyages.com/Come travel with us! Our company is owned (and 100% guided) by a family of four full-time travelers. Our passion is building bridges between cultures, fueling personal development, and expanding hearts and minds alongside a community of like-hearted individuals.COACHINGhttps://worldtowning.com/learn-2/Are you looking for guidance to accomplish that big goal supporting your why? We are the couple for you. Let’s set up a chat to get you started on your dream life, whether it is full-time travel or something else.NEWSLETTERhttps://worldtowning.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=32de323857a58dc5ab35b897f&id=b0760c6efa10 years full-time travel with 2 world schooled kids, currently on a sailboat, writing about a travel lifestyle, education, equality & what it’s like to live an unconventional life.MERCHANDISEYes - We have Merch! - https://worldtowningvoyages.com/elements/merch/OUR SOCIALSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldtowning/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/worldtowningFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldtowningTik-Tok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@worldtowningSupport the show