Cristina and Darian discuss an often overlooked side of mediation…the potential trauma that comes from it. Cristina discusses the power of meditation and how it must be entered into with a much different perspective than what we have previously learned.

Cristina has over 23 years of experience guiding individuals on their transformative journey toward self-realization and holistic wellbeing. By addressing mind, body, spirit and environmental factors, Cristina is dedicated to prompt profound and lasting change in her clients.

Cristina’s Links:

www.cristinabonnet.com

Darian’s Links:

www.doctordarianparker.com

Time Stamps:

02:26 The Dark Side of Meditation

04:20 The Tricky Part of Meditation

04:38 The Potential Negative Pitfalls of Meditation

06:30 The Impact of Meditation on the Brain and Nervous System

06:56 The Importance of Observing Inner Experience in Meditation

07:44 The Direct Impact of Meditation

08:54 The Role of Guidance in Meditation

10:39 The Risks of Overdoing Meditation

14:34 The Taboo of Mental Health in Meditation

15:23 The Role of Connection in Meditation

18:29 The Different Forms of Meditation

24:33 The Conflict We Grapple with Within Ourselves

27:30 The Struggle with Mind-Body Connection

32:56 The Journey of Embodied Spirituality

33:03 The Paradox of Being and Transcendence

33:49 The Unexpected Consequences of Meditation

34:24 The Crisis of Over Productivity and Over Stimulation

35:05 The Unintended Spiritual Awakening from Meditation

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