Mindfulness, meditation, and the space in between

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Mindfulness, meditation, and the space in between

Written by:

Sean Fargo

Updated on:

October 24, 2025

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When I lived as a monk in Thailand, I remember sitting quietly with my teacher one morning after meditation.

I was trying so hard to get it right to stop thinking, to sit perfectly still, to look like a true monk. My teacher smiled and said, “Peace doesn’t come from effort. It comes when we stop trying to make this moment any different than it is.”

That moment changed how I understood practice. Mindfulness isn’t about achieving a higher state or escaping discomfort, it’s about meeting life exactly as it is, with compassion, curiosity, and care, even in uncertainty.

mindfulness meditation, Mindfulness, meditation, and the space in between

The Heart of the Practice

Whether you’re guiding a client, teaching a class, supporting a patient, or simply sitting with your own emotions the practice is the same.

Be with what’s here. Let it unfold.

When we can be fully present not fixing, not analyzing, just witnessing we create space for others (and ourselves) to feel safe enough to grow.

There’s no need to be perfect. There’s only presence.

“Mindfulness isn’t about fixing others — it’s about being so present with them that they remember they were never broken.” — Sean Fargo

Exploring the Space In Between

This week, I hosted a live teaching and conversation on what truly bridges meditation and mindfulness — and how both deepen one another.

📍 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4oMI8iQo_s

We explored:

The real differences and connections between meditation and mindfulness
Why both are essential for personal and professional growth
Evidence-based techniques for teaching and guiding with clarity and care
A live guided meditation, open Q&A, and mini-trainings for coaches, therapists, and wellness practitioners

Related Resource: Trauma-Sensitive Body Scan Meditations

Our latest podcast explores how trauma-sensitive mindfulness can support healing through body awareness and gentle presence.

🎧 Listen here: Trauma-Sensitive Body Scan Meditations for Healing

(Also available on Apple and Spotify.)

Connect with Our Mindful Community

If this work resonates with you, I invite you to connect with others walking the same path — teachers, coaches, and practitioners dedicated to bringing mindfulness into everyday life.

👉 Join our community

Thank you for being part of this shared journey — not to perfect your practice, but to keep showing up for life, one mindful breath at a time.

About the author

Sean Fargo

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 taught alongside Jack Kornfield 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.