Relational Mindfulness with Nkechi Deanna Njaka

As a neuroscientist, choreographer, and meditation guide, Nkechi Deanna Njaka has spent the majority of her life investigating the relationship between the brain and the body and has always felt the significance of their integration. Through her work, research, practice, and study, she discovered that mindfulness and creativity are crucial for sustaining individual and global wellbeing. In this episode, Nkechi shares her continuous learning and process of relational mindfulness and how we all relate to others. She also offers a deeper look into the deep connection between the presence we work to cultivate in our relationships with people and the ways in which we can think about creating safety within those relationship containers.  We also talk about: Her becoming a neuroscientist  How mindfulness has helped her with adapting to change Holding the complexity of our emotions through presence The role that safety plays in our mindfulness practice Our lists for getting into new relationships Feeling shame around our relations with others as WOC Connect with us after the show at https://wellnessglowup.com/ (wellnessglowup.com!) Resources Connect with us for daily inspiration and reflection prompts at: @wellnesglowupmeda Order Kayla’s book Things I Could Never Thank You For for paperback https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578923017? (here) Nkechi’s website: http://www.nkechinjaka.com/ (http://www.nkechinjaka.com/) Follow Nkechi on IG: @ndnlifestylist Sponsors BLK+GRN | Visit BLKGRN.com and use the promo code wellnessglowup for 10% off your order.  This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein.