EP4: How To Actually Appreciate Life

What does it really mean to appreciate your life - beyond writing gratitude lists alone or chasing constant positivity?In this episode, I explore how a personal journey in loss and grief taught me to see life differently. Together, we’ll unpack three timeless perspectives: Memento Mori, Beginner’s Mind, and Minimalism, concepts that can help you to embrace mortality, rediscover the joy in everyday experiences, and focus on what truly matters in life.We cover:How to use the Stoic concept of Memento Mori What a ‘Beginner’s Mind’ is, rediscovering joy in simplicityMinimalism - the art of embracing less, not more📌 Links & Resources:Head to my website for mindfulness offerings:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.mindfullyissie.com/⁠⁠Connect with me on LinkedIn:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/issie-wan-0aa27516b/⁠⁠Connect with me on Instagram⁠: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindfullyissie/⁠💌Thank you for supporting me:⁠ ⁠https://ko-fi.com/mindfullyissie⁠⁠MindTea is a podcast blending ancient wisdom with modern psychology. There will be inspiring guest conversations, as well as solo episodes where I guide you through guided meditations, hypnotherapy, and mindset tools for everyday life.Keywords: mindfulness, life appreciation, grief, Memento Mori, beginner's mind, minimalism, personal growth, self-reflection, emotional well-being, meaningful living, self-help