Sitting with Suffering: How Zen and Therapy Can Transform Trauma

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The Thief in the Empty Room

Craig French

15 episodes

2 weeks ago

Where Zen meets business in a unique exploration of mindfulness and mental health. Join me, Craig French, as I sit down with artists, entrepreneurs, and Zen teachers to uncover the secrets of expanding creative problem-solving, reducing stress, and finding balance in the fast-paced world.

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Sitting with Suffering: How Zen and Therapy Can Transform Trauma

The Thief in the Empty Room

35 minutes 23 seconds

5 months ago

Sitting with Suffering: How Zen and Therapy Can Transform Trauma

In this episode, Craig welcomes Jessica Mariglio, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Mindful Trauma Therapy, who shares her insights on the intersection of Zen, mindfulness, and trauma therapy.

Here’s a glimpse into the profound insights you can expect:

The Thief in the Empty Room: Jessica and Craig explore the meaning of the podcast's namesake koan, relating it to themes of surprise, allowing, and the importance of being present in therapeutic practice.
From Zen to Therapy: A Mindful Journey: Jessica discusses her personal journey from exploring Zen and Eastern philosophies to becoming a trauma therapist, highlighting the influence of her early experiences and spiritual explorations.
The Power of Presence: The conversation delves into the parallels between meditation and therapy, emphasizing the importance of non-judgmental witnessing, compassion, and creating a safe space for healing.