Episode 30: dawn mauricio
16/01/2025
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Join Ailey Jolie and Dawn Mauricio, a Buddhist Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher, Author, and Mentor, on this episode of In This Body. The conversation centers on the connection between embodiment and Vipassana meditation, with a focus on trauma sensitivity in meditation settings and the importance of approaching practice with compassionate curiosity. Dawn and Ailey explore the relationship between meditation and somatic experiencing, highlighting their complementary nature and the significance of being present in the body. The episode also addresses common misconceptions about meditation and offers practical advice for integrating mindfulness into daily life. We hope you enjoy the episode.
About In This Body: Conversations with leading experts about the importance of embodiment in living an authentic life. In This Body asks the important questions: How does connecting to your body change your life? How will connecting to your body allow you to love better and live more authentically? And how does connecting to your body change the trajectory of our shared world?
In this episode:
- 02:02 The Meaning of Being in Your Body 
- 03:54 Journey into Meditation and Insight Practices 
- 07:50 Understanding Vipassana and Its Variants 
- 12:05 Trauma Sensitivity in Meditation 
- 16:09 Navigating Challenges in Silent Retreats 
- 24:51 Exploring the Intersection of Meditation and Somatic Experiencing 
- 28:10 Understanding the Differences Between Meditation and Somatic Practices 
- 32:44 The Misunderstandings and Misuses of Meditation 
- 37:09 Corporate Mindfulness: Ethics and Intentions 
- 40:25 Spirituality in Meditation: A Personal Journey 
- 44:51 Bringing Life to Practice: Accessible Meditation Techniques 
To find out more about Dawn:
- Find: Website 
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- Explore: Membership Community 
- Experience: Mindfulness Retreat 
To learn more about Ailey Jolie:
- Find: Website 
- Follow: Instagram 
- Explore: Substack 
- Experience: Online Course 
- Email: info@aileyjolie.com 
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