Mindful
By Jonathan Duran
The Mindful Podcast, hosted by Jonathan Duran, is a podcast where we as a community can be open and talk about topics such as mental health, & also health and wellness. Join me as I talk about my experiences with mental health issues and invite on guests to share their journey as well.
Mindful Feb 07, 2024
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17:22
Predicting NFL Awards, Super Bowl winner, and NBA all-star Snubs!
Thank you guys for tuning in!
Feb 07, 202417:22
Colorado Rapids player Marlon Vargas shares his journey from Bakersfield, to Seattle, to Colorado!
On today’s episode, I am joined by Colorado Rapids player, and Bakersfield legend, Marlon Vargas! Marlon shares his journey of moving to Seattle at 15, to getting his first professional contract at 17. He also talks about the balance and mental stress of being a professional soccer player. Marlon also talks about his experience playing for the El Salvador national team!
May 23, 202338:16
Do parents put too much expectations on their children? And if so, what are the effects?
On today’s episode, I am joined by a great friend of mine, and host of the The Full Court Podcast, Angus Wong! We discussed the pressure of having high expectations and how it can make children feel. Angus also gives his prediction on the NBA finals!
May 19, 202353:06
Life is a marathon…not a sprint!
On today’s long awaited podcast, I discuss how life has been treating me and the journey I’ve been on. I also discuss possibly seeking therapy! Lastly, I discuss the devastating and heartbreaking playoff loss of the Kings against the Warriors!
May 03, 202314:31
Be kind to yourself
Loving yourself and being kind to yourself involves taking care of your physical, and mental health. But it also includes talking to yourself in a kind and respectful way. On today’s episode I discuss how to truly love yourself and what it involves.
Apr 17, 202310:27
The highs and lows of life
This episode was inspired by a quote I heard that goes, “why do my highs feel so high, and lows feel so low”? This quote resonated with me and I kept thinking about it, so I thought I’d talk about it on todays episode!
Mar 29, 202320:02
The struggle of being a first-generation kid in the United States
First-generation refers to people who’s parents migrated to another country, and were born in that country. Many parents fled their country because of war, poverty and lack of resources. I, like many others, am a first-generation whose parents migrated looking for opportunity. Join me, as I discuss the struggles of growing up a first-generation in the U.S, and how we can break generational curses.
Mar 20, 202319:18
Pressure & Mental Health
I, like many others, put a lot of pressure on myself to become the best version of myself. But how much pressure is too much? Is this pressure bad for my mental health?
Mar 17, 202317:59
Positivity & Depression
Today, I try to carry this positive outlook and spread the positivity. But it was not always the case. Through my battle with depression, I’ve learned many lessons and how I would like to go on about my life. In this episode I discuss how I went from my depressive state, to carrying this positivity daily.
Mar 13, 202315:12
86tapia: Today I am joined by Twitch Streamer, YouTuber, and long-time friend, 86tapia!
On todays episode of the Mindful podcast, 86tapia and I discuss the journey of being a full-time Twitch streamer. From starting streaming because of an injury, to now being sponsored by DoorDash Gaming, Andy has come a long way. From dealing with trolls, to dealing with the stress and mental battle of streaming, Andy discusses his journey to become the best!
Mar 10, 202301:00:45
MINDFUL: What does it mean to be mindful to yourself, and to others? Mindful- Episode 4
Being mindful is about focusing one's awareness on the present moment, especially as part of a therapeutic or meditative technique. Follow me on this journey of being mindful; and follow me on this health and wellness journey.
Mar 06, 202324:44
Men’s Mental Health Awareness
On today’s episode, I am joined by my great friend, Leo. We discussed the overall improvements society has made on the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, but also room for improvement. From trauma, to therapy, join us as we discuss why having open discussions can impact future generations.
Mar 03, 202336:06
FAILURE & ADVERSITY: Why are failure & adversity important to experience, and what lessons do we take from them? Mindful-Episode 3
Failure & Adversity are some things we do not ever want to face. Yet through failure & adversity, we learn some of the most valuable lessons in our lives. It is definitely necessary that we face hardships, and overcome them.
Feb 27, 202321:58
ANXIETY: What is anxiety and how do you overcome living with it? Mindful-Episode 1
Anxiety is a form of mental illness that is described as intense, excessive and persistent worry about fear and everyday situations. Anxiety can be normal in stressful situations, but also can cause everyday life to be a struggle, so how can we overcome that?
Feb 22, 202323:42
PURPOSE: Why do we as human beings need a purpose? Mindful- Episode 2
Purpose can be described as the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists; and a person's sense of resolve or determination. Why is it that we as human beings need a purpose in this life, and do we even have one?
Feb 20, 202318:36