Today's Plant Yourself Podcast tackles a very timely issue - the pros and cons of meditation and mindfulness apps like Headspace, Calm, 10% Happier, and others. 

Since we can't gather to meditate or participate in spiritual rituals or gatherings, and since most of us are on edge in the time of pandemic, we're relying on apps more and more to guide our mindfulness practices.

My guest, religion professor and digital explorer Greg Grieve, argues that in some important ways, these apps actually subvert the spiritual goals of Buddhism and other meditative traditions. See what you think...

Watch or listen to our conversation here: https://plantyourself.com/399 

What? A 7-day virtual Sick to Fit Retreat with me, Josh LaJaunie, and Kathy Hester? We don't have details yet, but have started brainstorming activities and platforms. Price will be sliding scale, $25-99 for the entire week of cooking demos, eating together, movement sessions, group discussions, and more. Let me know if you're interested by replying to this email. 

Ways to Give Me Money :)

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Listen to Josh read our latest book, Use the Weight to Lose the Weight

Homebound and stressed out? Here are some guided relaxation exercises for you (pay what you can, including $0)

Other Stuff

Want to learn how to garden? Check out Ron Finley's Gardening Masterclass (not an affiliate link).

Looking for a fun social experience that will also turn you into a plant-based chef? Check out podcast guest and supporter Elpeth Feldman's new offering, "Meals and Mocktails in May," starting next week (not an affiliate link).

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