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Mental Health Podcasts Focusing on Mindfulness

4/30/2017

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4 fantastic podcast options for you to listen to on your way to work or any time of the day focusing on the topic of mindfulness. Blog post via @hleguilloux mental health blogger. #mentalhealth #blog #podcasts #mindfulness
​|Whether you listen through your car stereo on your way to work, on with noise-canceling headphones on a walk through your neighbourhood, podcasts can be a great source of information on a range of topics, including mental health.
​Listening to podcasts that focus on increasing your awareness can be helpful to incorporate into your daily routine as part of self-care or enlightenment strategies. Since there are a lot (and I mean a ton) of podcasts to chose from, I thought I would highlight a few interesting ones I have come across that focus on mindfulness and meditations practices so that you can check them out yourself.

4 fantastic podcast options for you to listen to on your way to work or any time of the day focusing on the topic of mindfulness. Blog post via @hleguilloux mental health blogger. #mentalhealth #blog #podcasts #mindfulness

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In case you're completely new to the podcast scene and are currently scratching your head wondering what this word even means, a podcast "is a digital audio or video file or recording, usually part of a themed series, that can be downloaded from a website to a media player or computer". 

​Generally, podcasts are prerecorded and uploaded to sites such as iTunes, Soundcloud, or YouTube, and can even be found on blogs or websites that host these podcasts. A quick Google search shows that there are over three hundred thousand results for the word podcast alone, which shows just how popular this method of sharing information through audio format has become.

This article will highlight four podcasts that focus on the theme of mindfulness or meditation with links to free audio files to check out. Enjoy!


Note: Many podcasts are hosted for free through iTunes which is also free to download. I will also include, wherever possible, other ways to access the following podcasts including videos.

4 fantastic podcast options for you to listen to on your way to work or any time of the day focusing on the topic of mindfulness. Blog post via @hleguilloux mental health blogger. #mentalhealth #blog #podcasts #mindfulness

The Mindful Podcast

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​The Mindful Podcast from Mindful.org is a collection of audio files that explain specific practice examples of practicing mindfulness. Each audio selection is short and allows the listener to learn and cultivate their mindfulness skills at their own pace. Topics include body scans, breathing exercises, bedtime meditations, loving-kindness, and more.

​Listen here:
  • iTunes: 7 minute responding to stress meditation
  • Soundcloud: Mindful walking
  • YouTube: Guided awe walk meditation

4 fantastic podcast options for you to listen to on your way to work or any time of the day focusing on the topic of mindfulness. Blog post via @hleguilloux mental health blogger. #mentalhealth #blog #podcasts #mindfulness

The Mindful Kind Podcast


​The Mindful Kind Podcast is hosted by Rachael Kable who shares her insights into mindfulness and teaches listeners to learn simple and effective practices to incorporate into their own lives. The Mindful Kind is a weekly podcast that shares new ideas, interviews, personal experiences and mindfulness exercises. Also check out Rachael's website for lots of free goodies and resources on mindfulness!

Listen here: 
  • iTunes: Mindsets and Resilience
  • Soundcloud: Forgiveness
  • YouTube: An Introduction to Mindfulness + a Mindful Living Technique

4 fantastic podcast options for you to listen to on your way to work or any time of the day focusing on the topic of mindfulness. Blog post via @hleguilloux mental health blogger. #mentalhealth #blog #podcasts #mindfulness

4 fantastic podcast options for you to listen to on your way to work or any time of the day focusing on the topic of mindfulness. Blog post via @hleguilloux mental health blogger. #mentalhealth #blog #podcasts #mindfulness

The Daily Meditation Podcast

The Daily Meditation Podcast is hosted by meditation coach Mary Meckley who shares daily meditations based on a weekly theme. This podcast is great if you are looking to build a daily meditation ritual into your everyday life and includes topics such as managing stress and anger, overcoming self doubt, moving past fear, managing addiction and mental health concerns such as anxiety or depression and helping to improve confidence and self-esteem

Listen here:​
  • Slow Down Nation website: Most recent guided meditations
  • YouTube: Reduce Stress Guided Meditation

4 fantastic podcast options for you to listen to on your way to work or any time of the day focusing on the topic of mindfulness. Blog post via @hleguilloux mental health blogger. #mentalhealth #blog #podcasts #mindfulness

Radically Loved Radio Podcast


​The Radically Loved Radio Podcast is hosted by Rosie Acosta who is a Certified Nutritionist, Wellness Consultant, Holistic Health Coach, Yoga Teacher and Yoga Teacher Trainer. Rosie's podcast focuses on yoga, diet, affirmations, self-inquiry and curiosity. Includes interviews and featured topics including loving-kindness meditations, mindfulness practices, and ways yoga can increase mindful practices.

Listen here:
  • iTunes: Meditation for Loving Kindness
  • Soundcloud: 6 Steps Yoga Can Help Your Awareness
  • YouTube: Radically Inspired With Alexandria Crow

Thank you for reading! Please share your thoughts in the comments below about podcasts in general or if you have any podcasts to share with other readers. 

Also check out these other articles that focus on the topic of mindfulness:
  • 5 Ways to Build Self-Compassion Into Your Every Day Life​​
  • How Gratitude Affects the Brain: Gratitude and Mental Health
4 fantastic podcast options for you to listen to on your way to work or any time of the day focusing on the topic of mindfulness. Blog post via @hleguilloux mental health blogger. #mentalhealth #blog #podcasts #mindfulness
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38 Comments
Rachel link
4/30/2017 12:42:34 pm

I've never really been one for podcasts, but then I've also never really considered them as a way to help my mental health! I will be giving these ones a look and a listen :) Who knows, maybe podcasts will be for me after all!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
4/30/2017 04:17:08 pm

Same! I have never been too involved with podcasts myself, but with the research I did for this post I have been able to see how many amazing choices there are. I'm going to start making it a daily routine to listen! :)

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Meagan @ Okay Now Breathe link
4/30/2017 04:22:29 pm

I've been meaning to listen to more podcasts. Thank you so much for these recommendations! I'll definitely be checking some of these out soon!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/2/2017 10:17:26 am

You're very welcome, Meagan! I hope you find one (or more) that you enjoy. :)

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Rachael Kable link
5/1/2017 02:16:49 pm

Hi Heather,
Thank you so much for featuring The Mindful Kind in this brilliant post! I'm really glad you've enjoyed listening and I hope your audience enjoy it, too:)
With love,
Rach

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/2/2017 11:15:09 am

You're so very welcome, Rachael! I really like the message that you are sending through your podcast and website to empower others to live more mindfully. Thank you for being such a great inspiration!

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April
5/2/2017 04:54:33 am

I listen to 2 of the 4 podcasts that you mentioned here. I will probably check out the others too.

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/2/2017 11:12:25 am

I'm glad to hear you're already a podcast fan, April! I hope you find the other two podcasts inspirational, as well. :)

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Sheila Price link
5/3/2017 07:12:34 am

Thank you so much for the recommendations! I'm new to this realm...what exactly is mindfulness? I can tell that it's linked to meditation, but I'm not quite sure what it is.

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/3/2017 10:58:49 am

Hi Sheila, I'm glad you liked the recommendations of podcasts to listen to on the topic of mindfulness. I wrote more on this topic on this post if you want to learn more: http://www.heatherleguilloux.ca/blog/treatment-recovery-from-anxiety

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Sarah link
5/3/2017 11:57:52 am

I seriously LOVE podcasts and hadn't heard of any of these! Just subscribed to Rachel Acosta's so I'd remember to check it out :) Thanks for sharing!
xoxo, Sarah
lifestartzhere.com

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/4/2017 12:32:11 pm

You're very welcome, Sarah! I hope you enjoy the podcast. :)

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angie link
5/3/2017 06:16:39 pm

thanks for sharing I work in the field of mental health this is something I had not heard of as of yet

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/4/2017 12:33:32 pm

I'm glad I could share something new with you, take care!

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jhilmil link
5/3/2017 09:23:06 pm

never thought of podcasts for health ..nice post

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/4/2017 12:34:14 pm

Thank you for your comment and I'm glad you enjoyed the post. :) Take good care of yourself!

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Ellie link
5/5/2017 01:39:22 pm

Very useful resources! Great for the weekend :)

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/5/2017 06:17:02 pm

I'm glad the article has been useful for you, Ellie! Enjoy your weekend. :)

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Adrina link
5/5/2017 01:52:17 pm

Thanks for sharing. I am pretty sure this will help me with stress and overall clarity!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/5/2017 06:18:58 pm

Yes! These podcasts are an excellent resource if you're feeling stressed and need to slow down. I hope you find the clarity that you're searching for, Adrina. :)

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Emmy link
5/5/2017 04:41:49 pm

I really need to check these out. I've actually never listened to a podcast, but this is something I truly believe in. Mindfulness helped me get through my toughest days as a social worker... now that I'm taking a break from the field, I still find my mind going a million miles an hour, but I don't take the time to stop and meditate like I used to! I think these will help with my self care. Thanks for sharing.

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/5/2017 06:21:48 pm

Our professional field can be really tough if we're not taking care of ourselves while we try to help others. I hope that you're able to incorporate mindfulness or meditation back into your life so you can benefit from these practices again. Take good care of yourself, Emmy!

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Casey the College Celiac link
5/6/2017 10:16:41 am

I'm not a huge podcast person, but I've been meaning to practice more mindfulness so these are right up my alley!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
5/6/2017 03:20:52 pm

I hope you find these podcasts interesting! Thanks for your comment, Casey. :)

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Michelle Faith link
5/6/2017 11:27:25 am

Thanks for sharing! I am always looking for something new to listen to. It's so easy to get caught up in the outside world that we lose focus on reentering ourselves.

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Heather LeGuilloux link
3/15/2020 03:33:13 pm

You're very welcome! I hope you found a new podcast to check out.

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Dawn link
5/8/2017 04:40:14 pm

These all sound great. I will have to check them out. Thanks for the great post!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
3/15/2020 03:33:41 pm

I hope you were able to check out some of these podcasts, Dawn!

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Michelle Goodwin link
5/16/2017 12:21:14 pm

Podcasts for mental health and mindfulness are fantastic #mhlinky

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Heather LeGuilloux link
3/15/2020 03:34:52 pm

I agree, podcasts are a great way to share mental health information.

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Girl power link
6/14/2018 01:15:32 pm

Some great suggestions, thanks for sharing! Love a good podcast!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
3/15/2020 03:37:09 pm

You're very welcome, thanks for stopping by the blog!

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Emma link
6/14/2018 05:23:12 pm

Thanks for the share! I love podcasts especially because I'm often on the go. This will be great with my busy schedule, it will remind me to stay in the moment and help me to relax a little:)

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Heather LeGuilloux link
3/15/2020 03:39:07 pm

For sure, podcasts can be great to listen on the go and you can start and stop as you go about your day.

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Shelley link
6/15/2018 11:58:34 am

I have never listened to a podcast -- after reading this I will be checking them out. Blessings

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Heather LeGuilloux link
3/15/2020 03:55:33 pm

I hope you found a few great podcasts to check out from this article.

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Miranda
6/15/2018 01:21:59 pm

These are great recommendations. thank you for sharing

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Heather LeGuilloux link
3/15/2020 03:55:56 pm

You are very welcome! Thanks for stopping by the blog.

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