Mindful Therapy

25/07/2025

Feeling like every day starts in the
middle of a storm?

In Episode 4, clinical psychologist Cameron Aggs shows you how to dial that storm down—sometimes by a few notches, sometimes by life‑changing degrees. Using the Meditation Gym’s Captain‑Medic‑Cheerleader approach, Cameron guides you to be both patient and medic: acknowledging the pain and bringing soothing, non‑reactive attention to it.

In this candid, practical conversation you’ll learn:
• Breath before the storm. Why ten minutes of slow diaphragmatic breathing lowers cortisol and pain sensitivity
• Clean vs muddy pain. How naming raw sensation reduces mental static and rumination
• Softening over bracing. Simple cues to relax shoulders, jaw and attitude when tension spikes
• Authentic connection. Ways to stop “faking good” and talk honestly about pain without guilt
• Energy‑smart habit hacks. Alarms, mini‑meditations and self‑gratitude that make practice doable on low‑battery days

Featured Tools & Practices
1. Two‑Hands Technique – map chest‑vs‑belly breathing in real time
2. Straw Breath – cue longer, softer exhales for parasympathetic activation
3. Captain’s Breath – reclaim the “helm” when pain hijacks attention
4. Four‑Phases Meditation – a guided practice included at the end of the episode
5. Self‑Appreciation Sign‑off – end each session with “Thank you, I really appreciate it” to lock in habit reward

Ready to dial the storm down and breathe easier? 🧘
Put on your headphones, press play on Episode 4, and start softening the waves today.

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07/07/2025

Key Takeaways:

Learn why anxiety feels overwhelming—and how mindfulness transforms it.
Discover Cameron’s practical Captain, Medic, and Cheerleader model for emotional resilience.
Explore real-world tools like the “Three Things Technique” and “Straw Breath” for instant calm.
Understand how acceptance and limit-setting work together to reduce suffering.
Get inspired to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, strength, and kindness.
Feeling tossed around by anxiety?

In Episode 3 of the Meditation Gym podcast, Cameron Aggs shows you how to sail steadier—no matter how stormy life’s waters become.

Using a powerful metaphor, Cameron explains that each of us is the Captain of our own ship, tasked with navigating ever-changing seas . But when anxiety takes over—when our inner Anxious First Mate grabs the wheel—we can quickly lose our sense of direction .

In this rich, practical conversation, you’ll learn:

Why anxiety often hijacks your attention—and how to gently bring it back.
How acceptance and limit-setting create a safer, more manageable internal world .
How to work skillfully with your anxiety, rather than fight it, using Cameron’s Medic and Cheerleader mindsets .
Cameron doesn’t just talk theory—he equips you with real tools you can use immediately:

Straw Breath: A simple breathing technique to calm your body’s fight-flight system .
Three Things Technique: A powerful way to ground yourself in the present moment .
Self-Compassionate Language: Learn how to talk to yourself when the seas get rough.
If you’re tired of feeling pushed around by worry, Episode 3 offers a grounded, human, and deeply encouraging roadmap back to your mindful self-leadership.

Ready to take the wheel back from anxiety?

Tune in to Episode 3 now—and start sailing steadier today.

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11/03/2025

🧘‍♀️💪 Meditation is just like hitting the gym—practice makes progress!

Ever wondered why meditation doesn’t instantly change your life? Well, just like hitting the gym won’t immediately give you that perfectly sculpted physique, meditation requires patience, consistency, and realistic expectations. 🌱✨

Episode 1 of the Meditation Gym Podcast is all about understanding that meditation, like physical fitness, takes time, practice, and commitment. Don’t feel discouraged if results aren’t instant; keep showing up for yourself, and you’ll see the benefits unfold gradually!

Ready for the next step? 🎧 Episode 2, “Creating a Safer Space Within,” is out now! Dive deeper and learn how improving your self-talk can nurture a safer, kinder space within, enhancing your relationship not only with yourself but also with the world around you.

Start your journey today and listen at www.meditation-gym.com 🌟

06/03/2025

In this episode 2 of Meditation Gym, we explore how meditation can help us cultivate a kinder, more resilient inner world. Clinical psychologist Cameron Aggs introduces three powerful ways to think about meditation:

🔭 The Observatory – A space where we simply observe the mind in its natural state, noticing thoughts without judgment.

🏥 The Infirmary – A “time-in” space to process emotions and do our emotional laundry, helping us integrate and heal from the challenges of daily life.

🎭 The Studio – A place to train new psychological skills, like letting go of thoughts and developing self-compassion.

Along the way, Cameron debunks common meditation myths—like the idea that you need to “clear your mind”.

Plus, we talk about:
✨ How meditation is like training a puppy 🐶 (hint: patience is key!)
✨ The 4 phases of meditation – A simple, structured way to practice.
✨ A 5-minute guided “greeting meditation” you can try today!

If you’ve ever felt like meditation “isn’t for you” or struggled to quiet your thoughts, this episode is for you. Give it a listen & start transforming your inner world! 🌿💛

🎧 Listen now! Link in bio.

👉 Tag a friend who could use more mindfulness in their life! 💬