Scott Snibbe

A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment

Scott Snibbe, Lily Meyersohn

  • Mindfulness and Grief

Mindfulness and Grief

Tuesday 11th May 2021

Scott Snibbe and Lily Meyersohn explore using mindfulness to process grief and find peace on 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment'.
23 minutes
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Empowering
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A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment
Author:
Scott Snibbe
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Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Mindfulness and Grief: A Healing Journey with Lily Meyersohn

Maybe that's mostly what I learned this year: that anxiety and sadness and love are all in my chest, around my heart, which still threatens to break, even when I try to cup it in my hands.
Imagine navigating the turbulent waters of grief with a mindful approach. In this episode of 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment', Scott Snibbe welcomes Lily Meyersohn, a talented young author, to share her deeply personal journey through loss. Lily talks about the pain of being separated from loved ones, the heartbreak of watching her grandparents age and pass away, and how these experiences have shaped her perspective on life.
She candidly discusses her hesitance to jump back into the world as spring arrives, choosing instead to pause and process her emotions through mindfulness meditation. Lily’s narrative isn't just about her own experiences; it’s a reflection on shared grief and the collective pain many of us feel. Her story is a touching reminder that while grief is universal, our ways of coping can be unique.
Through her exploration of mindfulness and meditation, Lily offers a path to staying present and finding healing in the midst of sorrow. In the second part of the episode, Lily guides listeners through a personalized mindfulness meditation based on the teachings of Roshi Joan Halifax. This meditation is designed to help accept and process grief, providing a practical tool for anyone struggling with loss.
Scott Snibbe complements this with insights from Tibetan Buddhist practices like analytical meditation and tonglen breathing, emphasizing the importance of embracing discomfort and allowing ourselves to fully experience our emotions. This episode is perfect for anyone dealing with loss or supporting someone who is. It’s a heartfelt conversation that highlights the power of mindfulness in navigating the complexities of grief and finding a sense of peace.
Tune in to discover how mindfulness can be a beacon of hope in your darkest moments.