Learning Mindfulness from Meditation Apps versus a Meditation Teacher

Send a textIn this mindfulness podcast, Sarah and Jacob discuss the pros and cons of using meditation apps and why some users are turning to meditation teachers to learn how to practice mindfulness. They explore whether or not meditation apps support users to have deep meditation experiences and if learning mindfulness on your phone strengthens your attachment to your practice and your phone. There are great benefits associated with both meditation training options, but which is best for you?This episode is a meditation for beginners, and mindfulness for beginners resource. Intermediate and advanced meditators will also benefit. The Aware Mind always produces content that supports stress reduction, anxiety relief, better concentration and focus, and trauma healing.Download the Mindfulness of Thought Cycles and Self-Compassion worksheet from our blog to support your practice. Go to http://www.tsdmind.org/blog .  A transcript is also available on our blog. The Aware Mind is produced by TSD Mindfulness, a virtual meditation center, offering mindfulness classes, certifications and private coaching. Find out more at http://www.tsdmind.org ,  http://www.sarahvallely.com , http://www.jacobderossett.com and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/aware_mind_podcast/