Mindfulness, Addiction & Recovery 2/5

Sean FargoPublished September 3, 2016 · Updated April 9, 2025 · 1 min read

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This is Part 2 of Kevin Griffin’s talk about Mindfulness Addiction and Recovery. He explores the recovery processes from addiction according to Buddhist teachings.

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Sean Fargo

Founder, Mindfulness Exercises

Sean Fargo is a mindfulness teacher and founder of Mindfulness Exercises, a global platform offering evidence-based resources and teacher certification. A former Buddhist monk in the Thai Theravada tradition, he bridges contemplative wisdom with modern psychology to make mindfulness practical at work and in life. Sean has mentored under Jack Kornfield for five years and supported leaders at organizations such as Reddit, PG&E, and DocuSign. Through online trainings, guided meditations, and mentorship, he has helped thousands of educators, clinicians, and coaches bring mindfulness to diverse communities. Sean’s mission is simple and ambitious: expand access to authentic, science-informed practice while cultivating compassion, clarity, and resilience. Today, Mindfulness Exercises serves millions with free and premium tools, empowering individuals and teams to lead with presence and purpose.

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