Mark Coleman is an author and senior meditation teacher at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.  Mark holds a MA in Clinical Psychology and draws on his extensive experience in working with people as a therapist and coach. He is also an unabashed nature lover and, through his organization Awake in the Wild, he shares his passion for integrating meditation and nature.  Mark leads wilderness meditation retreats from Alaska to Peru, taking people on inner and outdoor adventures.

In this episode, Eric and Ginny talk with Mark about his book, Awake in the Wild: Mindfulness in Nature as a Path of Self-Discovery. 

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Mark Coleman, Ginny, and I Discuss Mindfulness in Nature and…
His book: Awake in the Wild: Mindfulness in Nature as a Path of Self-Discovery
The shift in his life after discovering meditation
How he finds refuge in nature
His first experiences of noticing that being in nature was his happy place
Discovering that being in nature was a similar experience to meditating
How connecting with nature can be a powerful anecdote to modern life imbalances
How our brains are less stressed in nature 
Being outside engages our attention but doesn’t stress it
Nature brings our senses alive and provides connection to living things around us
Learning to be present in nature
How we can let nature hold the immensity of difficult emotions, such as grief
How silence is a doorway into presence and deep connection
Working with our inner critic and inner atmosphere of heaviness
How the inner critic prevents us from learning
Noticing when we’re judging and believing our negative thoughts and stories



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Awake in the Wild

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Mark Coleman is an author and senior meditation teacher at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mark holds a MA in Clinical Psychology and draws on his extensive experience in working with people as a therapist and coach.&nbsp;He is also&nbsp;an unabashed nature lover and, through his organization Awake in the Wild, he shares&nbsp;his passion for integrating meditation and nature.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mark leads&nbsp;wilderness meditation retreats from Alaska to Peru, taking people on inner and outdoor adventures.In this episode, Eric and Ginny talk with Mark about his book,<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Awake-Wild-Mindfulness-Nature-Self-Discovery/dp/1930722559/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=&amp;sr=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;Awake in the Wild:&nbsp;Mindfulness in Nature as a Path of Self-Discovery.&nbsp;</a>But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed.&nbsp;<a href="https://oneyoufeed.net/support" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month.&nbsp;</a>It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!Mark Coleman, Ginny, and I Discuss Mindfulness in Nature and…<ul><li>His book:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Awake-Wild-Mindfulness-Nature-Self-Discovery/dp/1930722559/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=&amp;sr=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Awake in the Wild:&nbsp;Mindfulness in Nature as a Path of Self-Discovery</a></li><li>The shift in his life after discovering meditation</li><li>How he finds refuge in nature</li><li>His first experiences of noticing that being in nature was his happy place</li><li>Discovering that being in nature was a similar experience to meditating</li><li>How connecting with nature can be a powerful anecdote to modern life imbalances</li><li>How our brains are less stressed in nature&nbsp;</li><li>Being outside engages our attention but doesn’t stress it</li><li>Nature brings our senses alive and provides connection to living things around us</li><li>Learning to be present in nature</li><li>How we can let nature hold the immensity of difficult emotions, such as grief</li><li>How silence is a doorway into presence and deep connection</li><li>Working with our inner critic and inner atmosphere of heaviness</li><li>How the inner critic prevents us from learning</li><li>Noticing when we’re judging and believing our negative thoughts and stories</li><li> </li></ul>Mark Coleman links:<a href="https://markcoleman.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mark’s Website</a><a href="http://awakeinthewild.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Awake in the Wild</a><a href="https://twitter.com/markcoleman365" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/markcoleman365/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/markcoleman365" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a>When you purchase products and/or services from the sponsors of this episode, you help support The One You Feed.&nbsp;Your support is greatly appreciated, thank you!If you enjoyed this conversation with Mark Coleman you might also enjoy these other episodes:<a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/florence-williams/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spending Time in Nature with Florence Williams</a><a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/integration-of-science-and-traditional-wisdom-in-life/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Integration of Traditional Science and Wisdom in Life with Jeremy Lent</a>

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Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Mark Coleman on Mindfulness in Nature

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