Dr. Sogge with Mark Coleman on Embodied, Joyful Presence through Mindfulness in Nature
From Dr Sogge on the Art & Science of Thriving by Dr Kimberly Sogge C.Psych.
May 25, 2025 · 40 min
About this episode
Dr. Kimberly Sogge interviews Mark Coleman about the integration of mindfulness and nature for human flourishing.
Embodied, Joyful Presence Through Mindfulness in Nature with Mark Coleman In this episode of 'The Art and Science of Thriving', Dr. Kimberly Sogge interviews Mark Coleman, a meditation teacher who integrates mindfulness with deep connections to nature. They discuss the profound impact of nature on human flourishing, recounting Mark's journey from growing up in Northern England to leading outdoor meditation retreats in the United States. The conversation explores how nature-based practices can foster resilience and groundedness, especially in urban environments. The episode also highlights Mark's initiatives, including his 'Awaken the Wild' teacher training program, and his non-profit 'Mindful of Nature', aimed at making nature meditation practices accessible to underserved communities. They emphasize the importance of building an embodied, joyful presence through direct engagement with the living world and discuss how such practices can cultivate a sense of interconnectedness and environmental stewardship. 00:00 Introduction 00:39 Guest Introduction: Mark Coleman 02:40 Mark Coleman's Journey with Nature and Meditation 06:51 The Joy and Accessibility of Nature-Based Mindfulness…
People in this episode
Host: Dr Kimberly Sogge
Guest: Mark Coleman
Topics covered
- mindfulness
- nature
- human flourishing
- resilience
- urban environments
- environmental stewardship
Keywords
- mindfulness
- nature meditation
- urban mindfulness
- resilience
- interconnectedness
- environmental stewardship
- Awaken the Wild
- Mark Coleman
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Mindful of Nature, Awake in the Wild
Places: Northern England, United States
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