Calm Your Mind: Lodro Rinzler's Practical Meditation Tips for Anxiety
Instead of just reacting and spinning out into the anxiety of The Day, could we actually start to move our mind out from the stories that bury us in that state into the present moment, long enough to then start to choose to feed the wolf that's actually based in happiness.
Feeling swamped by anxiety and stress? Lodro Rinzler, a seasoned meditation teacher and co-founder of MNDFL meditation studios, has some practical advice for you. In this episode of 'The One You Feed', host Eric Zimmer chats with Lodro about his book *Take Back Your Mind: Buddhist Advice for Anxious Times*. With over 20 years of experience in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, Lodro breaks down simple yet effective strategies to help you find calm in the chaos.
Lodro and Eric dive into the nitty-gritty of how to manage anxious thoughts. They discuss the difference between anxiety and stress, and how to identify useful versus not-so-useful thinking. Ever found yourself spiraling into a loop of worries during meditation? Lodro shares tips on what to do when those pesky thoughts pop up, emphasizing that meditation should be a judgment-free zone. One standout piece of advice from Lodro is the importance of staying in the present moment.
He suggests practices like gratitude and appreciation to help shift your focus from anxious thoughts to more positive ones. These techniques are designed to bring you back to a state of 'okay-ness', where you can breathe easier and feel more grounded. Whether you're new to meditation or have been practicing for years, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tools to help you combat anxiety and stress.
So if you're ready to feed your 'good wolf' and find some inner peace, tune in and let Lodro guide you through it.