#45: Deep Mind Training - Michael Taft#45: Deep Mind Training - Michael Taft
The FitMind Podcast: Mental Fitness, Neuroscience & Psychology
Michael Taft is a meditation teacher, bestselling author, and podcaster. He teaches meditation at top tech firms like Google and is a core faculty member of Wisdom Labs in San Francisco and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neuroscience Lab. He...
38:38•9 Jun 2020
Michael Taft: Navigating the Inner Landscape with Meditation
“Real meditation practice is doing microsurgery on your unconscious, and that can be really hard and painful.”
Ever wondered how meditation can reshape your mind? In this episode of The FitMind Podcast, host Liam McClintock chats with Michael Taft, a seasoned meditation teacher and bestselling author. Michael's journey spans over 35 years and includes experiences from Zen temples in Japan to yogi caves in India. His deep dive into various meditation techniques and traditions provides a unique perspective on mental fitness.
Michael shares his insights on how neuroscience and psychology play a crucial role in understanding and teaching meditation. He emphasizes that true meditation isn't just about finding peace but involves intense mental work, likening it to 'microsurgery on your unconscious mind'. The conversation also explores the exciting potential of technology in revolutionizing how we learn and practice meditation. Michael's advice on finding the right meditation practice for you is invaluable, especially for those seeking resilience and personal growth.
This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone interested in the profound benefits and challenges of mind training.
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