In this bitesize episode, I speak to neuroscientist and Waking Up app creator Sam Harris about the real purpose of meditation — not just calming the mind, but seeing through the illusion that we are the mind.

We talk about why people struggle with their thoughts, how we get tangled in them, and what it means to see thoughts for what they really are — fleeting appearances in awareness.

As I often say: you are not your thoughts — you’re aware of them. This shift changes everything.

Full episode with Sam Harris: https://pod.fo/e/16ff62

Other relevant episodes:

Rupert Spira: https://pod.fo/e/16ff5c

Awe - with Dacher Keltner: https://pod.fo/e/1803a7

My links:

YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundie

Website: simonmundie.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonmundie/

Substack Newsletter: https://simonmundie.substack.com/

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Work with me 1:1 for personalised mentoring grounded in non-dual understanding, designed to reduce psychological suffering and guide you toward A New Way of Being. Visit simonmundie.com to learn more and take the first step.

"Following our session I felt as though there had been a profound shift. The days that followed were some of the best days I have had in many years as there was much more space between me any my thoughts." - Henry

“Each session with Simon has been enjoyable and enlightening in equal measure. After each chat I really feel like my ‘cup has been filled" - Jack

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