The Mindfulness Monday Podcast

Mar 24 2025 26 ep. 20 mins 1
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The Mindfulness Monday Podcast explores mindfulness practices and provides valuable tools for incorporating mindfulness into your daily life for your well-being and that of the collective. Every week, we will rotate between short practices for you to try and interviews with mindfulness experts. The Mindfulness Monday Podcast is hosted by Carly Jean Puch and produced in collaboration with WTIP and the Cook County Public Health Fund Grant.

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Artful Connections: Mental Health, Creativity, & Parenting with Hannah Palma

Mar 24 2025 29 mins  
Discover the transformative journey of artist Hannah Palma Laky as she reveals how mindfulness has not only reshaped her life but also infused her artistic expression with depth and authenticity. Amidst the peaceful landscapes of Grand Marais, Hannah found a sanctuary that spurred her mindfulness practice, a tool she later leaned on to overcome personal challenges like depression a

Mindfulness for Kids: Dandelion Breath

Mar 17 2025 5 mins  
This episode features a simple yet powerful breathwork practice called the "dandelion breath," designed for both young people and adults. Imagine holding a fluffy dandelion and blowing its seeds into the wind as you exhale. This visualization helps to calm the mind and relax the body, making it an excellent tool for managing stress and anxiety.Listen in as we explore different imag

How Almost Failing a Meditation Class Changed Everything with Seth Currier

Mar 10 2025 39 mins  
After years of juggling the demands of nonprofit work and feeling disconnected from his own body, Seth discovered a transformative approach to mindfulness that changed everything. Join us in this episode of Mindfulness Monday as Seth shares his inspiring journey and insights gained as the director of the Damiano Center and a leader at the Svalja Studio in Duluth. He sheds light on

Progressive Muscle Relaxation: A Guided Meditation

Mar 03 2025 7 mins  
Unlock a transformative tool in your mindfulness journey as we guide you through a progressive muscle relaxation meditation. This episode of the Mindfulness Monday podcast promises to equip you with a simple yet powerful technique to combat the stress and anxiety that permeate our daily lives.

Breath to Balance: Discovering the Six Pillars of Wellness with Anne Maxwell

Feb 24 2025 35 mins  
Join host Carly Jean Puck and special guest Anne as they delve into the transformative power of mindfulness and self-care in a hectic world. This insightful episode explores how ancient yogic principles, such as satya (truthfulness) and asteya (non-stealing), can guide us toward more authentic and balanced lives. The conversation highlights the importance of breath as a grounding t

Mindfulness Monday Season 2: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World

Feb 17 2025 6 mins  
Welcome to the start of Season 2 of the Mindfulness Monday podcast! In this episode, host Carly Jean Puch, explores the profound impact mindfulness can have on mental health and overall well-being. With a focus on being present, Carly shares personal insights and practical tips to incorporate mindfulness into daily life, aiming to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and foster meaningfu

Mindful Healing: Acupuncture, Community Building, and Parenting with Charles Bishop

Jun 17 2024 41 mins  
Join me on this enlightening episode of Mindfulness Monday as I sit down with Charles, an acupuncturist and herbalist from Grand Marais, Minnesota. Charles shares his journey of moving to this community and taking over the local acupuncture practice. He introduces us to the neoclassical style of acupuncture he practices, which emphasizes palpation and the interconnectedness of huma

Exploring Box Breathing for Clarity and Calm: A Guided Medatition

Jun 10 2024 5 mins  
Welcome back to Mindfulness Monday, where your journey towards a more balanced and mindful life continues. This week, I'm thrilled to guide you through the transformative practice of box breathing. Whether you're battling anxiety, seeking to stay present, or just looking to enhance your physical activity, breath work is a powerful ally. As we explore this simple yet profound techni

Harnessing the Harmony of Bodywork and Mindful Practices with Melanie Eldridge

Jun 03 2024 37 mins  
Embark on a transformative expedition into the heart of mindfulness with our esteemed guest, Mel Eldridge from Two Birds Studio. Mel opens up about her unexpected foray into the realm of intuitive bodywork and massage, and how her career blossomed from a family-inspired interest into a life calling. She walks us through her eclectic mix of healing practices, from Thai bodywork to y

Embracing Emotions: A Guided Meditation for Acceptance

May 27 2024 6 mins  
Have emotions ever taken the driver's seat in your life? This Mindfulness Monday, I'm Carly Jean Puck, and I'll guide you through embracing the full spectrum of your feelings with a meditation practice designed for acceptance without judgment. Today, we illuminate the often-overlooked power within our emotions and discover how to weave acceptance into the fabric of our daily routin