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Solan McClean

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Aaron Walker

Benjamin Hardy

Peter Montoya

Rajshree Patel

Darren Gold

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Laurie Warren

Eva Vennari

Laura Di Franco

Molly Birkholm

Drew Bekius

Julie Potiker

Kamaria Powell

Patti Montella

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My guest this week is Solan McClean, author of the book Driving Into the Now: PRND. I enjoyed reading this book about using driving as a vehicle (ha ha) to practice mindful awareness, and I wrote a blog about it on Psychology Today (Can You Meditate While Driving?). It was great to dive deeper with Solan and explore what this practice can offer. We talked about: 	The difference between mindless and mindful driving 	Why it’s safe to practice mindfulness when driving 	“PRND” (Park – Reverse – Neutral – Drive) as a reminder to practice mindful driving: 	Practice, Relax, (Bring Yourself Into the) Now, DriveTaking the serenity from mindful driving with us once we reach our destination 	Positive changes associated with the PRND method 	How to bring PRND practice out of the car 	Why simply being in the present moment is so gratifying 	Acceptance as a part of mindful driving 	How having toxic feelings is largely a choice 	Finding deep connection to life in our simple, everyday tasks 	The many benefits of counting our blessings 	What drew Solan to mindfulness 	Our nature as spiritual beings 	Using our intellect as a tool, without mistaking it for the full experience of who we are 	How our spirits dwell only in the now 	The close connection between being in the present and experiencing loveSolan McClean is active in many areas of self-realization, including Zen meditation, Vipassana meditation, Kripalu Yoga, Dharma Yoga, and of course mindful driving. He’s been featured in numerous blogs and podcast speaking on the subject of mindfulness and meditation.Solan is passionate about helping others with the anxiety of everyday life, and especially the negative experiences that most of us encounter on the road. By discovering the Truth through present moment awareness, as he and I talk about in this episode, Solan seeks to help advance the evolution of mankind, and help others to become intelligent agents of the ever-advancing creation.Through his PRND method, he believes that both our roads and our world can know truth, compassion, and serenity.Find Solan online at his website and on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

My guest this week is Solan McClean, author of the book Driving Into the Now: PRND. I enjoyed reading this book about using driving as a vehicle (ha ha) to practice mindful awareness, and I wrote a blog about it on Psychology Today (Can You Meditate While Driving?). It was great to dive deeper with Solan and explore what this practice can offer. We talked about: 	The difference between mindless and mindful driving 	Why it’s safe to practice mindfulness when driving 	“PRND” (Park – Reverse – Neutral – Drive) as a reminder to practice mindful driving: 	Practice, Relax, (Bring Yourself Into the) Now, Drive Taking the serenity from mindful driving with us once we reach our destination 	Positive changes associated with the PRND method 	How to bring PRND practice out of the car 	Why simply being in the present moment is so gratifying 	Acceptance as a part of mindful driving 	How having toxic feelings is largely a choice 	Finding deep connection to life in our simple, everyday tasks 	The many benefits of counting our blessings 	What drew Solan to mindfulness 	Our nature as spiritual beings 	Using our intellect as a tool, without mistaking it for the full experience of who we are 	How our spirits dwell only in the now 	The close connection between being in the present and experiencing love Solan McClean is active in many areas of self-realization, including Zen meditation, Vipassana meditation, Kripalu Yoga, Dharma Yoga, and of course mindful driving. He’s been featured in numerous blogs and podcast speaking on the subject of mindfulness and meditation. Solan is passionate about helping others with the anxiety of everyday life, and especially the negative experiences that most of us encounter on the road. By discovering the Truth through present moment awareness, as he and I talk about in this episode, Solan seeks to help advance the evolution of mankind, and help others to become intelligent agents of the ever-advancing creation. Through his PRND method, he believes that both our roads and our world can know truth, compassion, and serenity. Find Solan online at his website and on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

Ep. 62: Solan McClean — How to Make Driving the Heart of Your Mindfulness Practice

Cass Midgley interviews author Solan McClean about his new book “Learning to Drive Into the Now,” followed by Bob and Cass interviewing Stephen B about his minority trifecta: black, gay atheist. Many ex-Christians and atheists have discovered the benefits of living a contemplative life, being self-aware, practicing mindfulness or meditating regularly. Sam Harris has written extensively on this. These terms can make us think of self-help gurus or woo-woo but my first guest today posits that people of faith or no faith can benefit from these practices. In particular today, he’s talking about his new book, “Learning to Drive Into the Now: PRND.” You may recognize that acronym as the gears of your car—Park, Reverse, Neutral and Drive. But Solan uses them to remember his method of meditational driving: Practice, Relax, Now, Drive. Solan’s a brilliant guy…literally; he’s a member of Mensa. I think you’ll find him interesting. Stephen B is a young African American man who is atheist and gay. He is a former 7th Day Adventist and was devout in his faith and his pursuit of God. He lives in Chattanooga, TN.  We taped these conversations on January 22nd, 2017. We interview people you don’t know, about a subject no one wants to talk about. We hope to encourage people in the process of deconstructing their faith and help curb the loneliness that accompanies it. We think the world is a better place when more people live by sight, not by faith. Please subscribe to our podcast, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Our show is available on most podcast platforms.  Also, you can support us monetarily in two easy ways: you can pledge one dollar per episode through Patreon; that’s www.patreon.com/eapodcast, or leave a lump-sum donation through PayPal at our website, www.everyonesagnostic.com. The smallest contribution is greatly appreciated. Credits: "Towering Mountain of Ignorance" intro by Hank Green https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3v3S82TuxU  Intro bumper "Never Know" by Jack Johnson The segue music is on this episode was created our guest today, “The Barry Orchestra” found at  barryorchestra.bandcamp.com Thanks for listening and be a yes-sayer to what is. https://www.solanmcclean.com/ http://barryorchestra.tumblr.com/ https://barryorchestra.bandcamp.com

Cass Midgley interviews author Solan McClean about his new book “Learning to Drive Into the Now,” followed by Bob and Cass interviewing Stephen B about his minority trifecta: black, gay atheist. Many ex-Christians and atheists have discovered the benefits of living a contemplative life, being self-aware, practicing mindfulness or meditating regularly. Sam Harris has written extensively on this. These terms can make us think of self-help gurus or woo-woo but my first guest today posits that people of faith or no faith can benefit from these practices. In particular today, he’s talking about his new book, “Learning to Drive Into the Now: PRND.” You may recognize that acronym as the gears of your car—Park, Reverse, Neutral and Drive. But Solan uses them to remember his method of meditational driving: Practice, Relax, Now, Drive. Solan’s a brilliant guy…literally; he’s a member of Mensa. I think you’ll find him interesting. Stephen B is a young African American man who is atheist and gay. He is a former 7th Day Adventist and was devout in his faith and his pursuit of God. He lives in Chattanooga, TN.  We taped these conversations on January 22nd, 2017. We interview people you don’t know, about a subject no one wants to talk about. We hope to encourage people in the process of deconstructing their faith and help curb the loneliness that accompanies it. We think the world is a better place when more people live by sight, not by faith. Please subscribe to our podcast, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Our show is available on most podcast platforms.  Also, you can support us monetarily in two easy ways: you can pledge one dollar per episode through Patreon; that’s <a href="http://www.patreon.com/eapodcast," rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/eapodcast,</a> or leave a lump-sum donation through PayPal at our website, <a href="http://www.everyonesagnostic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.everyonesagnostic.com</a>. The smallest contribution is greatly appreciated. Credits: "Towering Mountain of Ignorance" intro by Hank Green <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3v3S82TuxU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3v3S82TuxU</a> Intro bumper "Never Know" by Jack Johnson The segue music is on this episode was created our guest today, “The Barry Orchestra” found at <a href="https://barryorchestra.bandcamp.com/album/introducing-the-barry-orchestra-tape-vol-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> barryorchestra.bandcamp.com</a> Thanks for listening and be a yes-sayer to what is. <a href="https://www.solanmcclean.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.solanmcclean.com/</a> <a href="http://barryorchestra.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://barryorchestra.tumblr.com/</a> <a href="https://barryorchestra.bandcamp.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://barryorchestra.bandcamp.com</a>

Episode 139 Stephen B & Solan McClean 

Solan McClean helps people become better, safer drivers using mindfulness. He also helps you deal with the anxiety of everyday life and especially negative experiences that some of us encounter on the road. By thinking of your vehicle as your personal ‘mindfulness lab’, Solan unlocks a whole new way in which you can discover present moment awareness.Contact InfoWebsite: www.SolanMcClean.com Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, FB: @SolanMcClean Book: Learning to Drive Into The Now by Solan McCleanMost Influential PersonThe Buddha (Also Eckhart Tolle and Ram Dass)Effect on EmotionsIt's allowed me to recognize my emotions for what they are and not let them take me over. In the past, if I became emotional about something, it kind of fed on itself and it would snowball. Now I'm able to take a step back, bring my attention back to the now, reconnect with my higher self and examine them without all the baggage and all the self-doubt and fear that can come with them.Thoughts on BreathingI talk about breathing being the bridge between the conscious and the unconscious mind. People have recognized after centuries even, ancient India they used to use that a lot. When you first get into meditation, they always start with your breathing. Your breathing is a good reflection of your mental state. As a reflection of your mental state, it can also be a good tool to use to change your mental state, so that slow deep, diaphragmatic breathingSuggested ResourcesBook: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle Book: Learning to Drive Into The Now by Solan McClean App: Twitter (Follow People in the Mindfulness Realm)

Solan McClean helps people become better, safer drivers using mindfulness. He also helps you deal with the anxiety of everyday life and especially negative experiences that some of us encounter on the road. By thinking of your vehicle as your personal ‘mindfulness lab’, Solan unlocks a whole new way in which you can discover present moment awareness.Contact Info <ul><li>Website: <a href="http://www.SolanMcClean.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SolanMcClean.com</a></li> <li>Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, FB: @SolanMcClean</li> <li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1536995428/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1536995428&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=mindfmode-20&amp;linkId=f7c59756b646ce85d0f4f1589c26f25a" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learning to Drive Into The Now by Solan McClean</a></li></ul>Most Influential Person <ul><li>The Buddha (Also Eckhart Tolle and Ram Dass)</li></ul>Effect on Emotions <ul><li>It's allowed me to recognize my emotions for what they are and not let them take me over. In the past, if I became emotional about something, it kind of fed on itself and it would snowball. Now I'm able to take a step back, bring my attention back to the now, reconnect with my higher self and examine them without all the baggage and all the self-doubt and fear that can come with them.</li></ul>Thoughts on Breathing <ul><li>I talk about breathing being the bridge between the conscious and the unconscious mind. People have recognized after centuries even, ancient India they used to use that a lot. When you first get into meditation, they always start with your breathing. Your breathing is a good reflection of your mental state. As a reflection of your mental state, it can also be a good tool to use to change your mental state, so that slow deep, diaphragmatic breathing</li></ul>Suggested Resources <ul><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1577314808/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1577314808&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=mindfmode-20&amp;linkId=32f4f65d0faad4511d1d8155ccea5d72" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle</a></li> <li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1536995428/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1536995428&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=mindfmode-20&amp;linkId=f7c59756b646ce85d0f4f1589c26f25a" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learning to Drive Into The Now by Solan McClean</a></li> <li>App: Twitter (Follow People in the Mindfulness Realm)</li></ul>

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