keywords: community, vulnerability, friendships, building connections, long-distance friendships, authenticity, personal growth, social interactions, mindfulness, self-discovery

summaryIn this conversation, Gabby and Isobel explore the intricacies of building community mindfully, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, authenticity, and intentionality in friendships. They share personal experiences of navigating social connections in new environments, the challenges of long-distance friendships, and the significance of creating spaces for genuine interactions. The discussion highlights the journey of self-discovery and the power of being open to new relationships while also being discerning about the people we allow into our lives.

takeaways

• Building community mindfully is essential for personal growth.
• Vulnerability is key to forming deep connections.
• Friendships require intentionality and effort, much like dating.
• Creating your own community can lead to fulfilling relationships.
• Long-distance friendships can thrive with effort and communication.
• Authenticity attracts the right people into your life.
• It's important to reflect on the energy of your friendships.
• Voice messaging can help maintain connections over distance.
• Trust the universe to bring the right people into your life.
• Building community takes time and patience.

titles

• Building Community Mindfully
• The Power of Vulnerability in Friendships

Sound Bites

• "You have to be open and vulnerable."
• "You need to go searching for it."
• "Friendships are like dating."

Chapters

00:00Building Community Mindfully

10:03The Importance of Vulnerability in Connections

20:44Intentionality in Friendships

26:31Embracing Authenticity and Shadows

29:41Navigating Long-Distance Friendships

39:10Building Community in a Globalized World

This episode of Maia Musings is something special. I’m sitting down with my good friend and collaborator, Isobel from Ora Health & Wellbeing, to talk about how we met, what we do, and how our journeys brought us to where we are now. 🌿 We’re taking it back to Bali—where we first connected during a yoga teacher training that changed everything. That experience set the stage for so much personal growth, and now, we’re teaming up to share what we’ve learned about health, mindfulness, and helping others reconnect with themselves.

💛 #Mindfulness #Wellness #Meditation #SelfDiscovery #Bali #CareerPivot #energywork

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Gabrielle Mastronardo discusses the true purpose of meditation, emphasizing that it is not about turning off thoughts but rather about becoming an observer of them. She explains how meditation can help individuals manage their emotions and thoughts, leading to a more empowered and conscious life. The conversation also covers the importance of cultivating a consistent meditation practice and the misconceptions surrounding meditation experiences.

Takeaways:

• Meditation is about observing thoughts, not stopping them.
• The intention of meditation is to cultivate awareness.
• Meditation can be challenging, not always peaceful.
• Building a meditation habit is essential for benefits.
• Consistency in practice is more important than duration.
• Finding the right meditation technique is key.
• Meditation should be a daily practice, like hygiene.
• It takes 21 days to form a meditation habit.
• You are meditating if you bring your focus back.
• Meditation empowers you to control your inner world.

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