In this episode, Sebastian and Amanda delve into meditation, mindfulness, and balancing inner peace with external chaos. Amanda starts with a grounding meditation, urging listeners to embrace discomfort and be present. They discuss the challenges of perfectionism in meditation and the benefits of staying with discomfort to foster resilience and self-compassion. The conversation highlights how external environments and personal relationships impact one's inner state. Amanda shares insights on practicing loving-kindness, detachment, and redefining success. They emphasize the importance of creating supportive environments and taking small steps towards mindfulness for overall well-being.   Topics Discussed: Grounding Meditation Perfectionism in Meditation Training in Discomfort Mindfulness and Discomfort Radical Inclusion and Self-Compassion Chaos and Inner Stability Traveling and Discomfort Burning Man Experience Detachment and Attachments Safety, Anxiety, and Connections Life Hack and Embodiment of Detachment Kindness and Leadership Inner Work and Success Long-Term Thinking and Decision-Making Breaks, Internal Space, and 'In-Between' Compassion and Equanimity Sympathetic Joy and Rejoicing Happiness and Comparison Mindfulness in the Workplace Productivity vs. Mindfulness Science and Meditation Practice Consistent Practice and Meditation Club   Connect with Amanda on Instagram Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com