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In this heartfelt episode of the Mindfulness Exercises Podcast, host Sean Fargo responds to one of the most common and intimidating questions new teachers face: Where do I even begin?
Drawn from a live Q&A session with his students, Sean shares his personal journey of learning to teach mindfulness — a path filled with uncertainty, fear, and unexpected inspiration. From guiding practices in prisons and healthcare settings to leading workshops in corporate boardrooms, he reflects on how teaching opportunities unfolded when he let his practice and intuition lead the way.
Rather than relying on a rigid formula, Sean emphasizes starting with who you feel called to serve. This episode is a gentle reminder that you don’t need to have every detail figured out before you begin — what matters most is showing up with authenticity and care.
This episode is sponsored by the Mindfulness Exercises Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification. Learn more about this unique, online, self-paced program at mindfulnessexercises.com/certify
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Show Notes:
Teaching from Shared Struggles
Sean highlights the value of teaching from lived experience. When we guide others through challenges we’ve faced ourselves, our words carry authenticity and compassion.
Early Stories & Opportunities
From prisons to healthcare facilities, Sean shares stories of saying “yes” to unexpected teaching opportunities, and how those shaped his direction as a teacher.
Following Your Practice
Instead of searching for the “perfect” starting point, Sean reminds us to lean on our own practice. The lessons we embody through daily mindfulness become the foundation for what we can authentically share.
Finding Your Niche
Over time, your teaching will naturally evolve toward the people and settings where you feel most aligned. Trusting this process allows you to refine your path with clarity and purpose
