Today on Fulfilled, I'm thrilled to welcome on Dr. Brandon Nappi, Yale Divinity School lecturer, meditation teacher, and spiritual guide, about discovering true inner peace and fulfillment.

Dr. Nappi shares his journey from chasing external success to embracing mindfulness, self-compassion, and spiritual practice. Learn how to:

• Sit with discomfort and notice the present moment
• Move beyond meditation myths and find what works for you
• Balance beauty and brokenness in everyday life
• Connect with your shared humanity and cultivate calm in a busy world

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Episode Highlights

00:00 — Introduction to Dr. Brandon Nappi
00:52 — The Chase for Success and Its Illusions
03:22 — Discovering Mindfulness and Inner Peace
07:41 — Embracing Self-Compassion
11:20 — The Role of Thoughts in Meditation
15:57 — The Practice of Noticing and Witnessing
22:52 — Balancing Beauty and Brokenness in Spirituality
31:24 — The Power of Silent Retreats
32:02 — Meditation Misconceptions
33:23 — The Divine Within Us
33:53 — Unity of Spirit and Body
42:40 — Trust and Surrender
54:33 — The Big Life vs. The Little Life
01:00:03 — Starting Your Mindfulness Journey