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The Benefits of Dropping into a Relaxed State of Presence
52:21 - 56:03 (03:42)
Dropping into a relaxed state of presence can lead to experiences of greater well-being and an opening up of more and more states of presence. Negative thoughts about entering a depressive state can be like a computer program and it's important to recognize them as such.
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The thought that it is dangerous to fall into a depressive state can be like a computer program, constantly running in our minds.
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The thought that it is dangerous to fall into a depressive state can be like a computer program, constantly running in our minds. Even small triggers like melancholic music can bring on anxiety, which is why it is important to recognise when we might be slipping into a negative mental state.
ChapterThe Benefits of Dropping into a Relaxed State of Presence
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PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The practice of meditation can help individuals become more present and experience a variety of states of well-being beyond the self-centered mindset.
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The practice of meditation can help individuals become more present and experience a variety of states of well-being beyond the self-centered mindset. Through the use of breath and relaxation, mindfulness can lead to a more optimistic and energized life.