60 Mindful Minutes
60 Mindful Minutes
Kristen Manieri
Each week, Kristen Manieri interviews best-selling authors about their take on how to live a conscious connected, and intentional life. The goal of each episode of 60 Mindful Minutes is to inspire listeners to ask the questions: could I be living more consciously? Could I be creating more meaningful connections in my life? Could I be living more fully? Could I know and understand myself more deeply? Listen in each week as Kristen and her thought-provoking guests answer these questions and many more.
EP274: Less Beige, More Magenta with Liz Kitchens
Liz Kitchens, author of Be Brave. Lose the Beige, joins Kristen for a lively and inspiring episode about how to break free from societal expectations and monotonous living. Discover how to embrace your inner magenta (and lose the beige) at any age, exploring ways to add vibrant colors to your life. We had a blast during this interview, and you'll have just as much fun listening!   Guest Bio Liz Kitchens is a rare and endangered species, born and raised in Orlando, Florida, whose memory of Florida pre-dates Walt Disney World. She conducts workshops and seminars on creativity and directed an after-school and summer creative arts program for teens in underserved communities. She has also been a market researcher for thirty-five years and is the founder of What’s Next Boomer? —a website dedicated to helping boomers navigate retirement options—and of the blog Be Brave. Lose the Beige, which focuses on issues facing women of the baby boomer generation. She is also a contributing writer for Medium and the online magazine Sixty and Me, and has been published in various online and print publications. Liz is married, the mother of three adult children, and the grandmother of three grandchildren. She lives in Orlando, FL.   For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode274    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s book: Be Brave. Lose the Beige!: Finding Your Sass After Sixty https://www.amazon.com/Be-Brave-Lose-Beige-Finding/dp/1647424682    Guest’s website: https://www.bebravelosethebeige.com/  Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Nov 21, 2023
46 min
EP273: Intention, Certainty and Joy with Moshe Gersht
Delve into the transformative wisdom of bestselling author Moshe Gersht and his book, "The Three Conditions: How Intention, Joy, and Certainty Will Supercharge Your Life." Gersht challenges the notion of positive thinking alone and introduces a powerful formula for a more fulfilling life. Discover how intention, certainty, and joy play pivotal roles in shaping your authentic self and finding lasting happiness.    Guest Bio After performing for nearly a decade as a popular Los Angeles–based musician, Moshe moved to Jerusalem, where he has spent the last fifteen years immersed in the wellsprings of Talmud, Chassidus, Kabbalah, and Spirituality. He has devoted his life to seamlessly bridging the worlds of the Torah tradition, mystical wisdom, the true nature of the human mind, and our collective struggles. For years he studied under the guidance of several of the world’s premier rabbinical figures and has found a niche for himself sharing his love of life, people, and spirit through speaking, teaching, and writing. Sensitive and soft-spoken, his care for the people he guides and teaches is palpable.    For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode273    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s book: The Three Conditions: How Intention, Joy, and Certainty Will Supercharge Your Life Paperback – November 7, 2023 by Moshe Gersht   https://www.amazon.com/Three-Conditions-Intention-Certainty-Supercharge/dp/1649631375  Guest’s website: Find Moshe at www.MosheGersht.com or on his social media platforms: www.youtube.com/moshegersht   www.instagram.com/moshegersht   www.twitter.com/moshegersht   www.facebook.com/moshegershtofficial  Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Nov 14, 2023
52 min
EP272: Why and How to Retreat with Jim Eastburn
What happens when we step away from our lives for a few hours, days or weeks? Retreating  is one of the best and oldest tools for wellness. It's how we restore and reclaim ourselves. This week, Kristen and her guest, Jim Eastburn (Corporate Director of Transformational Experiences at Canyon Ranch), take a deep dive into all things retreating, including how to design a retreat, the many benefits, and how we can build mini-retreats into the everyday living of our lives.   Guest Bio As Corporate Director of Transformational Experiences, Jim helps to curate programs and guest experiences that inform, inspire, and delight. With a human services background in the areas of social work and case management, he joined Canyon Ranch in 1993 as a Wellness Guide. Since then, he has held a variety of leadership roles, including serving as the Executive Director of the Life Enhancement Center and Associate Director for Health & Performance.   For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode272    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode https://www.canyonranch.com/  Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Nov 9, 2023
52 min
EP271: How to See Homelessness Differently with Kevin Adler
Homelessness is complicated. Perhaps that’s one of the reasons so many of us have such a hard time looking directly at the issue and the people it impacts. This week, we dive into the book, When We Walk By: Forgotten Humanity, Broken Systems, and the Role We Can Each Play in Ending Homelessness in America with author and social entrepreneur Kevin Adler. We touch on such topics as relational poverty, look at the societal cost of indifference and discuss the potential for evidence-based, people-first, and community-driven solutions that make a difference.    Guest Bio Kevin Adler is an award-winning social entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, and author. His latest book, WHEN WE WALK BY, will be published on November 7th, 2023, and is based on his pioneering work over the past decade tackling homelessness and “relational poverty” on the streets. Since 2014, Kevin has served as the founder and CEO of MIRACLE MESSAGES, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people experiencing homelessness rebuild their social support systems and financial security, primarily through family reunifications, a phone buddy program, and basic income pilots. Kevin’s work has been featured widely, including in the New York Times, Washington Post, PBS NewsHour, and in his TED Talk. Kevin is also the author of Natural Disasters as a Catalyst for Social Capital, a book that explores how shared traumas can unite or divide communities. Kevin has been honored as a Presidential Leadership Scholar, TED Resident, and Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar. He received his MPhil in sociology from the University of Cambridge and his BA in politics from Occidental College. Motivated by his late mother’s work teaching at underserved nursing homes, and his late uncle’s 30 years living on the streets, Kevin believes in a future where everyone is seen as invaluable and interconnected. Learn more at kevinfadler.com.   For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode271    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s book: When We Walk By: Forgotten Humanity, Broken Systems, and the Role We Can Each Play in Ending Homelessness in America https://www.amazon.com/When-We-Walk-Forgotten-Homelessness/dp/1623178843  Guest’s website: https://www.kevinfadler.com/  Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Nov 7, 2023
48 min
EP270: Unwind without Alcohol with Rebecca E. Williams
The decision to take a break from or eliminate alcohol entirely isn’t just about stopping drinking; it’s about creating a new, alcohol-free life. That can feel like a daunting undertaking. But in her book, Simple Ways to Unwind without Alcohol: 50 Tips to Drink Less and Enjoy More, Rebecca E. Williams, PhD, provides a blueprint for how we can take a more holistic approach to life and begin to redesign our habits, pastimes and worklife to feel happy and healthier without alcohol.    Guest Bio Rebecca E. Williams, PhD, is a psychologist, wellness expert, and award-winning author. She received her bachelor’s degree from Williams College; her master’s degree from Harvard; and her doctorate with a specialization in clinical psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Rebecca enjoyed a twenty-year career as a clinic director with the San Diego VA Healthcare System; was an associate clinical professor in the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego; and maintained an active private practice. She is coauthor of two popular books bridging addiction recovery with the power of mindfulness. The Gift of Recovery is a “pocket coach” designed to strengthen recovery. The Mindfulness Workbook for Addiction is a go-to guide for understanding the relationship between moods and substance use. The workbook is now in its second edition, and has been translated into multiple languages. Her website is www.mindfulnessworkbook.com.   For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode270    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s book: Simple Ways to Unwind without Alcohol: 50 Tips to Drink Less and Enjoy More    https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Ways-Unwind-without-Alcohol/dp/1648482341    Guest’s website: http://www.mindfulnessworkbook.com/  Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Oct 31, 2023
48 min
EP269: Your Imaginal Intelligence with Stephen Aizenstat
Explore the transformative potential of imagination in this episode with Professor Stephen Aizenstat, author of The Imagination Matrix: How to Access the Greatest Power You Have for Creativity, Connection, and Purpose. Stephen’s book provides a personal path to purposefulness, resourcefulness, and resilience, connecting us each to our own innate creative force, helping us to embrace our role as a seeker, dreamer, and doer.    Guest Bio Stephen Aizenstat, Ph.D., is the founder of Pacifica Graduate Institute, Dream Tending, and the Academy of Imagination. For more than 35 years, he has explored the power of dreams through depth psychology. He has collaborated with Joseph Campbell, Marion Woodman, Robert Johnson, James Hillman, and Native elders worldwide. He conducts dreamwork and imagination seminars throughout the US, Europe, and Asia. For more, visit dreamtending.com.   For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode269    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s book: The Imagination Matrix: How to Access the Greatest Power You Have for Creativity, Connection, and Purpose https://www.amazon.com/Imagination-Matrix-Greatest-Creativity-Connection/dp/1649630026    Guest’s website: https://dreamtending.com/  Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Oct 24, 2023
54 min
EP268: Our Connected Species with Mark A. Williams
We are a connected species, and our innate drive for belonging can be a double-edge sword. It brings us together but it also divides us. In his new book, The Connected Species: How the Evolution of the Human Brain Can Save the World, Mark A. Williams, PhD draws from his over 25 years of research and experience as a professor of cognitive neuroscience to explore the human brain’s specialization for connection and how we can use it to expand our in-group and extend multicultural societies for the good of our planet.    Guest Bio Mark A. Williams, PhD, is a professor of cognitive neuroscience with over 25 years’ experience conducting behavioral and brain imaging research. Mark has published more than 70 scientific articles and received numerous high-profile fellowships and grants. He has made many TV and radio appearances to discuss topics including emotions, technology, education, racism, and even why we can’t tickle ourselves. His research has been featured in outlets globally including The New York Times, The Economist, The Guardian, and New Scientist. Mark has worked with thousands of students, teachers, health professionals, and company directors keen to understand how their brain works, how to perform optimally and maintain a healthy brain. He regularly runs programs on the neuroscience of learning, the neuroscience of emotions, how our brains create our reality, and the impact of modern technologies on our brains. See https://www.drmarkwilliams.com/ for more details..   For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode268    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s book: The Connected Species: How the Evolution of the Human Brain Can Save the World Hardcover – August 15, 2023 by Mark A. Williams (Author)   https://www.amazon.com/Connected-Species-Evolution-Human-Brain/dp/1538179008    Guest’s website: https://www.drmarkwilliams.com/    Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Oct 17, 2023
52 min
EP267: Power and Embodiment with Pavini Moray
Unlock the keys to power and leadership in this engaging interview with somatic educator and coach, Pavini Moray. Learn how your body holds the secrets to becoming an inspirational and socially conscious leader in this conversation based on Moray’s new book, How to Hold Power: A Somatic Approach to Becoming a Leader People Love and Respect.   Guest Bio Pavini Moray (they/them) has started, failed, and succeeded at many businesses. As a serial entrepreneur, they have built private practices, a worker collective, and a for-profit company. These experiences have shaped them into an embodied, service-oriented leader. A Montessori educator at heart, Moray has developed a trauma-informed methodology for embodied relationship skills, teaching hundreds of students how to lead and learn. Moray is also a somatic coach specializing in trauma and relationships. Their identity as a queer, trans, non-binary founder gives them insight into outsider culture and accessibility. Moray holds an M.Ed in Curriculum and Design and a Ph.D. in Somatic Psychology.   For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode267    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s book: How to Hold Power: A Somatic Approach to Becoming a Leader People Love and Respect-Paperback – October 10, 2023 https://www.amazon.com/How-Hold-Power-Respect-30-embodiment/dp/1623179246    Guest’s website: https://www.pavinimoray.com/  Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Oct 12, 2023
46 min
EP266: Leadership Lessons from Parenthood with Valerie Cockerell
Valerie Cockerell shares insights from her book, Manage Like a Mother: Leadership Lessons Drawn from the Wisdom of Mom, which is designed for anyone who wants to become a better leader, in any arena of their life. Drawing from her parenting experience and decades of corporate experience, Valerie emphasizes skills such as multitasking, conflict resolution, and role modeling that leaders can use to drive success in any setting.    Guest Bio Valerie Cockerell is a French American former Disney leader who was part of the opening team of Disneyland Paris. She pursued her career at Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida and facilitated programs for the Disney Institute. She is now a consultant in Leadership and Customer service excellence for organizations around the world. Today, she is the proud mother of 3 and lives near Boulder, Colorado.   For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode266    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s book: Manage Like a Mother: Leadership Lessons Drawn from the Wisdom of Mom - October 10, 2023 https://www.amazon.com/Manage-Like-Mother-Leadership-Lessons/dp/1636981291    Guest’s website: https://cockerellconsulting.com/  Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Oct 10, 2023
49 min
EP265: Harness Your Individuality with Kris Farraro
Author Kris Ferraro discusses key takeaways from her book, "Your Difference is Your Strength," a fearless and joyful guide designed to empower those who've felt like outsiders to celebrate their distinctiveness and harness their individuality in every aspect of life. Renowned for her bestseller "Manifesting," Kris shares real-life examples and practical wisdom to help anyone unleash their full potential. Guest Bio Kris Ferraro is an author, International Energy Coach, teacher, and sought-after speaker. She is the creator of Spiritual Freedom Techniques, a series of processes that combine spiritual practices and principles with energy balancing for super charged transformation. A former punk rocker, radio DJ, and performance artist, she writes and performs spoken word poetry and is an accomplished sculptor. Her first book, Energy Healing: Simple & Effective Practices to Become Your Own Healer was a #1 best seller on Amazon. Manifesting: The Simple, Practical Guide to Creating the Life You Want distills 10 years of her best metaphysical teachings. For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode265    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Mentioned in this Episode Guest’s book: Your Difference Is Your Strength: A Guide to Accepting Yourself―for Anyone Who Has Ever Felt Out of Place Paperback – October 3, 2023  https://www.amazon.com/Your-Difference-Strength-Accepting-Yourself_for/dp/1250875196     Guest’s website: https://www.krisferraro.com/   Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com  Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com  Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/
Oct 3, 2023
46 min
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