Kelly Smith ~ Navigating Neurodivergence with Meditation

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Kelly Smith is a prominent meditation and yoga instructor based in the Twin Cities, Minneapolis. She is the founder of Yoga for You Online, an innovative online yoga and meditation school offering a range of classes and teacher training. Kelly is also the creator and host of two popular podcasts, "Mindful in Minutes" and "Meditation Mama." Besides her online presence, Kelly has been instrumental in introducing meditation practices to broader audiences through workshops, YouTube videos, and a series of books like "You Are Not Your Thoughts."
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Key Takeaways:

• Kelly Smith offers a unique approach to meditation, utilizing guided imagery and making it accessible for beginners through short, impactful sessions.
• The episode underscores the importance of balancing secular and spiritual elements in meditation practice to make it inclusive and resonate with diverse belief systems.
• Kelly’s personal journey with ADHD and how she utilizes meditation and other strategies to manage symptoms, showcasing the adaptability of mindfulness practices.

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1. Kelly Smith ~ Navigating Neurodivergence with Meditation (00:00:00)

2. Kelly Smith on Meditation, Yoga, and Mindful Practices (00:00:05)

3. The Transformative Power of Meditation in a Hectic Life (00:06:02)

4. Balancing Secular and Spiritual Meditation Practices (00:16:29)

5. Balancing Meditation with Professional Mental Health Support (00:24:48)

6. Breathwork and Body Awareness for Reducing Chronic Anxiety (00:29:40)

7. Guided Meditation and Asking for Spiritual Guidance (00:33:04)

8. Gender Norms and the Challenges of Asking for Help (00:37:03)

9. Navigating Neurodivergence: ADHD, Dyslexia, and Personal Growth (00:42:36)

10. Balancing ADHD Medication and Holistic Approaches (00:50:17)

11. Unconventional Yoga and Meditation Training with Mindful in Minutes (00:58:16)

12. alancing Family, Entrepreneurship, and ADHD (01:02:24)

13. Writing as Therapy and the Balance of Public Sharing (01:06:23)

14. Inspiring Conversation with Kelly on Overcoming Challenges (01:11:01)