FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
#50: Clinical Psychology, Meditation & Sleep - Tucker Peck, PhD
#50: Clinical Psychology, Meditation & Sleep - Tucker Peck, PhD
#50: Clinical Psychology, Meditation & Sleep - Tucker Peck, PhD
Tuesday 21st July 2020
Dr. Tucker Peck discusses meditation's impact on mental fitness and sleep on The FitMind Podcast. Learn about CBT, spiritual bypassing, and more.
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Get the buttons here!Unlocking the Mind: Tucker Peck, PhD on Meditation and Mental Fitness
To meditate minutes a day, meditating for an hour a day, is a really different story.
Ever wondered how meditation can truly transform your mental health? In this episode of The FitMind Podcast, host Liam McClintock sits down with Dr. Tucker Peck, a seasoned meditation teacher and clinical psychologist, to unravel the intricate connections between meditation, mental fitness, and sleep. Dr. Peck, who founded Drugfreesleep.com and holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology, dives deep into the science behind meditation's effects on our mind, brain, and body. Dr.
Peck shares his journey, starting from his training in meditation in 2005 under renowned teachers like Sharon Salzberg and Dr. John Yates. He brings to light fascinating insights from his research funded by the Mind and Life Institute, focusing on how meditation impacts the sleeping brain. But it's not just about the science; Dr. Peck also explores practical aspects like the difference between short and long meditation sessions and how cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can enhance your meditation practice.
The conversation takes a critical turn as Dr. Peck addresses spiritual bypassing—using spirituality to avoid dealing with emotional issues—and the alarming issue of sexual misconduct in spiritual communities. His candid discussion provides valuable guidance on recognizing and preventing such misconduct. Whether you're a seasoned meditator or just starting your journey, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge that can help you understand the profound benefits of meditation and CBT for mental fitness.
Tune in to learn how these practices can improve your sleep, enhance your mental clarity, and promote overall well-being.