Arrival Practice Meditation | Shift Your Mindset for "Know Your FundaMENTALs" Welcome to this short arrival practice meditation, designed to help you shift your mindset and prepare for the "Know Your FundaMENTALs" crash course series. This practice will help you ground yourself, find focus, and set the stage for deeper learning.Timestamps:00:05.49 – Find a Comfortable SeatSit in a chair with your feet flat on the ground or cross-legged on the floor. Rest your hands on your lap or knees, palms open. Allow your eyes to close or soften your gaze towards the ground.00:36.21 – Settle into Your BreathBegin to notice your natural breathing rhythm without changing it. Observe each inhale and exhale, letting your body relax with each breath.01:12.84 – Release Tension & Arrive in the PresentGently scan your body for any areas of tension. With each exhale, imagine releasing any stress or distractions, allowing yourself to be fully present.02:05.33 – Set Your Intention for LearningTake a moment to set an intention for this crash course. What do you hope to gain? How do you want to show up for yourself in this learning journey?02:45.67 – Gently Transition BackSlowly bring awareness back to your surroundings. Wiggle your fingers and toes, and when you're ready, open your eyes or lift your gaze. Carry this sense of awareness into the session ahead.
About Me & the Podcast:
I’m Kelly Berthold, a licensed clinical social worker, and I’m passionate about helping others experience well-being and flourishing. I founded Know Your FundaMENTALs to make the science of flourishing accessible and practical for everyone, especially working moms. My goal is to simplify the core principles of well-being and help individuals and families integrate these foundational skills across all areas of life—parenting, relationships, careers, and personal growth.
Through my work, I connect the science and skills of flourishing with real-life applications, empowering people to live their most fulfilling lives. The Know Your FundaMENTALs podcast is where I have meaningful conversations with neighbors and community members about what truly matters to them. In each episode, I connect the science and skills of flourishing to personal experiences and key life lessons, offering practical wisdom on how to live more intentionally and thrive.
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