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May 17, 2023 22 min

Episode 001- A Mindful Beginning

from Modernly Mindful Hosted by Kyle Bolish

Hello everyone, welcome to the first episode of my podcast! I'm really excited to share my story with you today, and explore the relationship between television and mindfulness. For a long time, I used to watch TV mindlessly, without really thinking about what I was doing. It was a way to escape from the stresses of everyday life - a way to switch off and relax. But over time, I began to notice how my TV habits were affecting my mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. I realized that watching TV mindlessly was actually making me feel more anxious and disconnected from the world around me. It was a wake-up call that prompted me to start exploring mindfulness practices, such as meditation and yoga. As I started to become more mindful in my daily life, I also started to pay closer attention to the TV shows I was watching. I began to notice how certain shows were affecting me emotionally and mentally, and how they could either support or hinder my mindfulness practice. I found that certain TV shows, such as documentaries and dramas, actually helped me to become more self-aware and reflective. They gave me new perspectives on the world and inspired me to engage in deeper self-exploration. Now, I use TV as a tool for mindfulness, rather than as a distraction. I set intentions before watching a show, take breaks to check in with myself, and use TV as a way to learn about different perspectives and experiences. I hope that by sharing my story, and my experiences I can inspire you to think more deeply about your own relationship mindfulness. Remember, TV doesn't have to be a mindless activity - it can be a way to connect with yourself and the world around you. This series Modernly mindful will help you to detach from the mindlessness and become more aware through a variety of new skills and interviews. Thank you for tuning in.

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I hope that by sharing my story, and my experiences I can inspire you to think more deeply about your own relationship mindfulness. Remember, TV doesn't have to be a mindless activity - it can be a way to connect with yourself and the world around you.

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