Show 310 - No Resolutions 2023

It is the time when a bunch of people and advertisers want to encourage you to make changes to your existence and how you currently live your life.

You might in fact want to do this because you do not feel good in your mind and body.  Totally understandable.  But you don't have to define you worth on promises you really don't want to do.

There is a way to achieve your goals without imposing an artificial and non-valuable deadline.

You can take small, measured steps. You decide when to start and when to start.

Does not have to be January 1, 2023. 

It can be when you are ready.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned: 

Virtual Bubble Wrap, pop your way into a bit of calm with this site.

Open Path Psychotherapy Collective is a non-profit directory of therapists open to a diverse range of clients. 

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Show 309 Apps for Mindfulness & Meditation

There are lots of apps for mindfulness and meditation. The advantage is just in time training, help and support and symptom relief.

The disadvantage could be the continued separation from actual people, data harvesting by low lifers and the app not exactly meeting your needs.

I would say that it is important you develop your skills as an informed health consumer.

2024 Update. One Mind PsyberGuide is closed. The non-profit could not obtain funding to continue. You can still access the archives at this time.  One way to do that is to visit the website One Mind Psyber Guide. 

In this episode, some of the apps that are available for mindfulness and meditation.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned: 

U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) consumer page about protecting your privacy and being aware of permissions you give an app.

Free Meditation Apps

From the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center there is the UCLA Mindful App for iOS and Android has features such as getting started in meditation, videos and access to the podcast where there are a number topics about mindfulness. 

Healthy Minds Program, this is an app that has both active and sitting practices. This app helps you to build you process by introducing the concepts of awareness, staying focused and tracking the actual time spent in mindfulness and meditation.

Meditation with In-App Purchases

The Mindfulness App by the company Mind App has a tutorial on how to meditate, 400 mindfulness recordings, customization option like choosing the length of a meditation, guided or silent and other options. This app is accessible in multiple languages. Seven-day free trial. Subscription is either $4.99 a month or $59.99 a year. 

Simple Habit has meditation on the go, guided mindfulness and meditation practices and experts on the topic. You can access some of the content for free or there is a subscription for $12 monthly, $90 annually, or $300 for lifetime use. iOS and Android.

Subscription Based Mindfulness and Meditation Apps

In the last episode, I mentioned Runkeeper for those that want to do running meditations. It is a subscription service for $39.99 a year. https://runkeeper.com/cms/

Buddhify designed for just in time meditation or up to 30 minutes. for meditation on the go $4.99 a month or $30 a year on iOS and $3.99 and $30 a year  in the Google Play store. 

And the app created by Dan Harris and his team. 10 Percent Happier. You get audio, video, tutorial guidance and if you want it, community. 7 days free trial, $100 a year. It is available for Android and iOS phones. 

Disclaimer: 

Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. 

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.