In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Claire Schneeberger about her book Holding Space and how meditation and mindfulness practices can support more grounded, focused, and intentional learning experiences. They explore how simple practices can help participants slow down, arrive, and feel more present in workshops, meetings, and group settings.
Beth and Claire also talk about:
- Choosing practices that fit your group and goals
- Offering options so participants can take care of themselves
- Using anchors like breath, feet, or physical sensations
- Practicing by recording yourself and listening back
- Bringing mindfulness into sessions through breath, movement, listening, nature, and the arts
Connect with Claire Schneeberger
Links From the Episode
Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose Podcast
- Follow Facilitating on Purpose on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or YouTube
- facilitatingonpurpose.ca
Connect with Beth Cougler Blom
- Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at hello@bcblearning.com
- Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth’s company’s services in facilitation and learning design
- Check out Beth’s books, Design to Engage and Everyday Acts of Facilitation
- Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn
Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions
Show Transcript
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