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  • Ep.45 - Meditation, SSRI Cessation and Liberation with Andrea Monier

Ep.45 - Meditation, SSRI Cessation and Liberation with Andrea Monier

Wednesday 29th January 2025

Andrea Monier shares her journey with meditation, SSRIs cessation, and the power of internal family systems on MINDBEND with Matthew Dunehoo.
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Meditation, SSRIs, and Finding Freedom with Andrea Monier

Episode Overview

  • Meditation can transform anxiety into a passion for mindfulness.
  • Proper guidance is crucial when tapering off SSRIs.
  • Internal family systems help integrate different parts of oneself.
  • Lucid dreaming can be a tool for resolving inner conflicts.
  • Combining neuroscience, spirituality, and storytelling can enhance mental wellness.
Our personality was created in a way to avoid pain and to seek safety.
In this episode of MINDBEND, Matthew Dunehoo sits down with Andrea Monier to chat about meditation, SSRIs, and the journey towards liberation. Andrea shares her personal experience with anxiety and how it led her to explore meditation, which evolved from a necessity into a passion. You'll hear about her studies in Kriya Yoga and internal family systems, blending neuroscience, storytelling, and spirituality. Andrea's journey is fascinating, from overcoming trauma responses to integrating parts work into her practice.
She also discusses the challenges and triumphs of tapering off SSRIs, highlighting the importance of proper guidance and support. If you've ever struggled with anxiety or are curious about meditation's transformative power, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Plus, there's a bit of humour and heartwarming moments as Andrea recounts her lucid dreams and encounters with her inner demons. Tune in for an engaging conversation that could change how you approach mental wellness.