{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/652d9331bfc0890012df2fe4/65c74b2c0564050016f31e38?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Meditation, polarity and gaping holes in the education system","description":"<p>This week on 'How It Is with Whitney and Waigwa,' it's just me, Waigwa, flying solo because, well, KPLC decided to do their thing. But fear not, because we've got a packed episode lined up for you!</p><p><br></p><p>Join me as I take a reflective journey through the past week. From delving into Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) to exploring the profound insights of Gestalt therapy, we're diving deep into the world of mental wellness.</p><p>But that's not all—get ready for an inside look at my experience as an intern counselor at a Kenyan public school. I'll be shedding light on some gaps in our education system and the crucial role of mental health support for our students</p><p>.</p><p>So, lets get into it. Because even when the lights go out, the conversation never stops on 'How It Is.' </p><p> #SoloReflections #MentalWellnessJourney #HowItIsPodcast\"</p><p><br></p><p>As promised, here are the links;</p><p><br></p><p>MBSR Course: <a href=\"https://palousemindfulness.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Online MBSR/Mindfulness (Free) (palousemindfulness.com)</a></p><p><br></p><p>Flea jar analogy I used: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmhoSj3wkDM\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Fleas in a jar (similarity in fleas and human behaviour) (youtube.com)</a></p>","author_name":"Waigwa Maina"}