02-28-24: Sean Fargo,

Actively Noticing New Things

00:21: Guided meditation led by Sean Fargo (actively noticing new things)

22:30: Students share their experience with the meditation

26:30: The phrase “actively noticing new things” from Dr. Ellen Langer

31:15: Question: Are there resources you would recommend for people focused on the neuroscience of mindfulness?

33:00: Sean recommends the following guest teacher workshops on the science of mindfulness: 
Dr. Richie Davidson
Dr. Rick Hanson
Dr. Jud Brewer
Dr. Willoughby Britton

35:20: Additional resources Sean recommends on the science of mindfulness:
Book: Buddha’s Brain by Rick Hanson
Website: Greater Good Science Center of UC Berkeley
Website: Search Inside Yourself Resources

42:56: Question: What is the difference between “feelings” (2nd foundation of mindfulness) and “awareness of the mind” (3rd foundation of mindfulness)?

53:05: Recommended Reading on the four foundations of mindfulness: Satipatthana Sutta

59:00: Question: On adding affirmations to meditation practice and what is appropriate for the meditation log?

1:07:30: Question: Should we show all 7 types of the core mindfulness meditations in the log? 

1:09:42: For the purposes of the log, Sean recommends limiting single-pointed concentration practice and instead, emphasizing the 7 core mindfulness practices from the workbook

1:12:25: Question: What do I do if someone asks a question I won’t be able to answer? 

1:20:27: Imposter syndrome and ways to work through it

1:24:15: Why the Q&A is Sean’s favorite part of teaching mindfulness

1:25:49: Why imposter syndrome can be a good thing

1:30:00: How mindfulness differs from other meditation practices

1:40:35: Question: Is it ok to log the four foundations of mindfulness practice? 

1:42:30: Teaching as the practice of listening. 

1:44:55: Expressing gratitude for Thich Nhat Hanh and Plum Village

ABOUT Sean

mindfulness mastermind

I am a results-driven mindfulness coach and consultant. I transform stressed professionals into mindful, resilient leaders using evidence-based mindfulness techniques and tools for them to flourish.

I am passionate about scaling mindfulness, meditation, and compassion trainings to millions of people around the world.

As a former Buddhist monk of 2 years, instructor for the mindfulness program born at Google, and Founding Board Member for the Institute of Organizational Mindfulness, I blend ancient wisdom trainings with evidence-based mindfulness exercises for practical transformation, resilience and growth.

“Sean is a wonderful teacher, well practiced in the teachings of mindfulness and compassion, dedicated and thoughtful.” – Jack Kornfield, Best-Selling Author & Founder of Spirit Rock Meditation Center

“Sean helped me develop a mindful leadership training program specifically tailored to our culture here at Tesla. I couldn’t be more grateful. Sean really embodies what he teaches.” – Levi Bersola, Safety Coordinator, Tesla