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It’s only SELF-HELP if you help yourself.

 Please don’t accept anyone else’s answers, including mine.
I share my mind guide (MyndGuide) so you can develop your own guide.

There are no secret mantras, shortcuts, or magic pills.
At some point we must stop learning and start practicing.

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Star Wars Day has now past but any day is a good day to practice Yoga/Yoda.

A story about ants, awareness, and what happens when we believe there’s more.

Life’s a rollercoaster. Meditation isn’t the emergency brake – it’s the seatbelt.

Why MyndGuide?

After years of seeking, learning and applying , I noticed something strange – the more I collected, the more I measured my progress and the more lost I felt.

Eventually I stopped collecting from others and began exploring on my own. I turned my focus inward and decided to self-help myself. It turned out, what I was looking for really was within me all along!

MyndGuide is me sharing My Mind Guide in hopes that others will develop their Own Mind Guide, and find what is already within them!

You don’t need any more teachings, direction, or advice – because the answer is not in a book or YouTube video – it’s recognizing the measuring process that makes you Think you need more – we call that process ‘mind’. Anyone that desires (anything) can look for (and find) it!

Once you find your mind, you watch it. 
You don’t fix it, because there is nothing to fix – that idea of improving it is just more measuring.
You just exist, measuring yourself as imperfectly complete. Exactly how you do that is uncovered through Your Mind Guide.

 

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My story – trying to fix myself until I realized I was measuring my experience instead of observing it.

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How do I know if it's meditation or mind games? In this talk, I share my personal check-in checklist that helps me notice when I’m lost in mind-process and gently return to “real” meditation. This video explores: • Why questions don’t need answers in meditation • The difference between effort and true observation • How desire and “enoughness” sneak into practice • Why “feeling good” isn’t the goal • What it really means to just observe the mind-process Meditation isn’t about controlling your mind, focusing harder, or chasing bliss. It’s about stepping into the position of the observer - where the measuring mind pauses, even if just for a glimpse or a moment. If you’ve ever wondered if what you are doing is meditation, this talk may give you some ideas to think about! 👉 Subscribe for more reflections on meditation, awareness, and the mind-process: https://www.youtube.com/@myndguide ________________________________________ meditation vs thinking how to meditate properly real meditation explained mindfulness vs mind control meditation tips for beginners observing the mind mind-process awareness questions during meditation desire in meditation meditation without effort what is real meditation are you actually meditating how to stop overthinking in meditation mindfulness practice guide
Meditation Or Mind Games? - My Checklist
You’ve read the books, followed the teachings, attended the retreats... The next step isn’t learning more - it’s living what you’ve already learned This talk explores the moment when we stop being spiritual students and begin walking our own path. Drawing from past spiritual graduates, we explore how real growth comes not from obedience to lessons, but from direct experience and personal exploration. If you're wondering when it's time to stop studying and start living - this is your graduation day! ✨ Subscribe for more original, illustrated talks on spirituality, self-awareness, and mind exploration: https://www.youtube.com/@myndguide GraduateFromSpirituality, MyndGuide, SpiritualPractice, spiritual student to practitioner, Buddhist practice, Jesus direct experience, graduate from spirituality, spiritual teachings, apply spiritual teachings, direct experience, spiritual growth, mindfulness practice, live your own truth, spiritual journey, when to stop studying spirituality, spiritual independence, leaving the spiritual path, self-guided practice, intuitive spirituality
Graduate From Spirituality (And Finally Live It)
Have you ever felt like your mind is working against you? Like it’s constantly judging, criticizing, or measuring you - no matter how hard you try? In this MyndGuide video, we explore the question: “Why is my mind so mean to me?” We walk through the nature of the mind process, why it evolved to scan for danger (even when there’s none), and how it mistakes survival for self-worth. Most importantly, we’ll show how awareness (not self-improvement) is the most effective path to freedom. Meditation invites you to observe your mind like weather... not as your enemy, not even as you - but as something you can simply watch pass through. More from MyndGuide: Explore more talks & reflections at https://www.youtube.com/@myndguide Visit the site: https://www.myndguide.com Why is my mind so mean self judgment mind mindfulness animation overthinking and anxiety how to stop judging myself mind process vs awareness mental health cartoon mindfulness explained observing thoughts meditation how to be kinder to yourself MyndGuide illustrated philosophy emotional healing without fixing understanding self talk thought awareness video
Why Is My Mind So Mean to Me? | Understanding Self-Judgment and the Mind Process
How can you tell if your meditation practice is just more thinking? In this video, we look at the subtle difference between meditation as observation and meditation as effort - and why using meditation to “get something” is the very thing that pulls you away from it. Explore: • The mind process that disguises itself as meditation • The observer doesn’t measure - The measuring mind can’t observe • How “true meditation” begins when you stop measuring or trying to fix anything, including your meditation practice! If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I doing meditation right?”... I hope this helps point your investigation in the right direction. We aim for new videos every week - exploring mindfulness, desire, and the measured mind. Consider subscribing to MyndGuide for more content like this. Meditation vs thinking, real meditation, how to meditate, mindfulness practice, awareness vs thought, observing mind, measured mind, brain character animation, ruler metaphor, ego and meditation, spiritual bypass, meditation pitfalls, why meditation isn't working, meditation for clarity, mind process, thought observer, cartoon meditation explanation, mindfulness without judgment, MyndGuide
Are You Actually Meditating or Just Thinking Really Hard?
We've all seen the flawless meditation videos - influencers on mountain peaks, eyes closed, selling serenity. I owe a lot to those teachers, but probably not in the way you think. In this video, we explore how misleading, awkward, or even cringe-worthy meditation content can actually become one of the most powerful forms of personal practice and encourage "real" meditation - if you're watching your reactions closely enough. This isn’t intended to fix bad teaching - it’s about watching the mind measure, compare, and desire what teaching should be - and realizing watching those thoughts is meditation. No action, just observation. Whether you’re frustrated, confused, dismissive, or secretly envious... notice that. Meditation isn’t about appearing calm and having it all together, it’s about being honest with yourself. Subscribe for more grounded reflections on the mind, awareness, and practice: @MyndGuide New videos weekly - no fluff, no fake bliss, just clarity. Meditation practice, bad meditation teacher, mindfulness, spiritual awareness, what is real meditation, mindfulness practice, emotional awareness, cringe meditation, measuring mind, spiritual materialism, meditation advice, noticing thoughts, real life meditation, bad guru, spiritual growth, MyndGuide
How Bad Meditation Teachers Made Me a Better Meditator
Life’s a rollercoaster. Meditation isn’t the emergency brake - it’s the seatbelt. (and sometimes the barf bag.) If life feels like a rollercoaster, you may have turned to meditation as a way to get off the ride. But meditation isn’t just about sitting still on a bench and watching from a distance. True meditation is the ability to embrace the ups and downs while simultaneously observing the spectacle from a grounded place. In this video, we explore the evolving purpose of meditation - from curious beginner to seasoned practitioner. Using the metaphor of an amusement park - with rollercoasters of emotion, bumper cars of family life, and spinning rides of relationships - we reveal how meditation helps you stay grounded. Not by escaping the chaos… but by witnessing it. You’ll meet the excited children (mind), the wise grandparent (soul), and discover how to sit with both excitement and stillness at the same time. Because the true purpose of meditation isn't about achieving or eliminating anything - it's about remembering who you really are throughout the duration of the ride. Explore more at https://myndguide.com/ what is the goal of meditation why meditate meditation for beginners how to meditate guided meditation wisdom mental health stress relief meditation philosophy mindfulness explained spiritual growth cartoon you are not your thoughts observing thoughts meditation mind and awareness theme park metaphor life and various other keywords myndguide
The Rollercoaster Meditation
What happens when tiny ants glimpse something beyond their world? This is a story about two ant colonies - one that can only see itself, and another that begins to see something more. What unfolds is a quiet reflection on belief, comparison, suffering, and the search for meaning. If you've ever felt like an tiny ant in a massive universe… this tale is for you! Whitecoats, mirrored walls, and the ache to know more… until we realize that maybe, just maybe, we don’t need to. Watch and read more on our website - https://myndguide.com/ Subscribe for more story-based philosophy, animated metaphors, and quiet invitations to see your mind process more clearly. ant farm allegory, philosophical story, mindfulness metaphor, whitecoat god metaphor, MyndGuide, animated parable, belief vs being, buddhist story animation, story of comparison, illustrated meditation, spiritual awakening, ant colony metaphor, story about belief, Alan Watts style, Kahlil Gibran inspired, how to be present, ants and awareness, parable about life, what is the mind process, mirror vs window, animated fable, MyndGuide video
What Ants Can Teach Us About Belief
(…And Why Desire will Follow You there Anyway) Are meditation retreats just spiritual casinos? Have you ever 'won big', or left empty handed? Explore 5 subtle (and not-so-subtle) things to leave behind before your next meditation retreat. From inner to-do lists to fantasy versions of yourself, desire is sneaky and tends to stow away! Be sure to double-check what you’re bringing with you. What happens when you stop chasing peace, and start noticing the chase itself? Whether you're new to mindfulness or a seasoned retreat-goer, I hope this video wins you over to recognizing the desires hidden within spiritual goals. Topics covered: • The hidden craving behind spiritual progress • Why your inner coach is sabotaging your stillness • How self-improvement fantasies distort the practice • What casinos can teach us about meditation • The Truth every retreat should really teach Our aim with MyndGuide is to explore how mind process (measurement) creates suffering - - and how we can begin to observe rather than measure that idea. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly-ish insights into awareness, meditation, and emotional clarity. https://www.youtube.com/@myndguide?sub_confirmation=1 ✨Want to support? Share this video with someone who's planning a retreat or playing the lotto. 📌 What desire has followed you into retreat, silence, or spiritual practice? Let others know - let’s talk about it — share your honest experience. meditation retreat tips, mindfulness desire, spiritual bypassing, craving in meditation, what to pack for meditation retreat, awareness vs craving, inner peace truth, buddhist humor, casino metaphor meditation, spiritual self-improvement, spiritual ego trap
5 Things to Leave at Home Before Your Next Meditation Retreat
Yoda’s Most Famous Quote Isn’t About Effort - It’s About Awareness. With Star Wars Day (May the 4th) upon us, let’s talk about the real meaning behind “Do or do not. There is no try.” In The Empire Strikes Back, Yoda teaches young Luke Skywalker a lesson many viewers misunderstand: this isn’t a pep talk about commitment - it’s a Buddhist principle of presence. This video explores Yoda’s deep spiritual teachings, and why trying is actually just a form of resistance. What you’ll discover: • Why “try” = tension, and “do” = presence • How this scene with Yoda and Luke reveals deeper Buddhist teachings • The connection between The Force and mindfulness • George Lucas’s original intent behind Yoda’s teachings This is a spiritual breakdown of Yoda’s quote - not as motivation, but as liberation. Subscribe for more: I create videos that explore spiritual truths, the nature of the mind process, and how we can reduce suffering by seeing clearly. Meditation isn’t about sitting cross-legged - it’s about living with awareness, moment by moment. This channel is about presence, not perfection. Insight, not effort. May the Force be with you. Always. Credits: Clips from the Star Wars films (used under fair use for commentary and education) Interview Footage: George Lucas Interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beg2pnU-0OU Music: Original Star Wars Soundtrack (used under fair use for educational purposes) Additional Footage: Screenshot of Yoga Stormtrooper by Hank Blum - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrHOzunIjzw May the 4th be with you, star wars day, do or do not there is no try, Yoda quote explained, Yoda philosophy, star wars Buddhism, George Lucas interview, mindfulness star wars, Yoda meaning, try vs do, Buddhist Yoda, presence not perseverance, star wars spiritual meaning, Yoda life lesson, star wars wisdom, do or do not explained, the force and meditation, star wars inspiration, motivational star wars, spiritual commentary star wars, did I get all the possible tags
You’ve Misunderstood This Yoda Quote - The Real Meaning Behind “Do or do not. There is no try"
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