In this episode : Guided meditation to help you drop into this moment. Often our busy minds feel like the choppy waves of the ocean during a storm. But even during a storm, if you drop below the surface just 10-15 feet, the water is calmer and quieter. I like to think of meditation as a practice of dropping in, dropping below the busy and tumultuous waves of my mind, into the calmer, quieter peace of this moment. That's what this practice is all about. I share simple guidance to help you drop in...

In this episode: healthy habits, building consistency, cultivating joy, four pillars of wellness, investing in health with Kirby Smith Episode Summary In this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, Adam Coelho welcomes Kirby Smith to discuss the journey to building healthy habits. Kirby shares insights from his extensive experience as a health and wellness researcher, emphasizing the importance of cultivating joy, creating consistent practices, and understanding the four pillars of a healthy lifes...

In this episode: Envision your ideal future in vivid detail. Hey there! Thanks for joining me for today's guided meditation. We're going to explore something fun - visualizing the life of our dreams. The foundation of what we're doing is pretty simple - it's all about being present and mindful, without getting caught up in judging our thoughts. When we practice mindfulness, we can just be here now, instead of getting tangled up in worries about the past or future. Once we're feeling nice and rel...

In this episode: Career breaks, Self-awareness, Overcoming fears, Mindfulness, and Personal fulfillment with Katrina McGhee. Episode Summary In this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, Adam Coelho speaks with Katrina McGhee, a life coach and author of "Taking a Career Break for Dummies." They discuss the importance of taking career breaks, how to overcome fears related to stepping away from work, and the benefits of self-awareness in crafting a fulfilling life. Katrina shares her personal journ...

Welcome to this special guided meditation where we practice compassion for the people suffering in the LA area due to the LA fires. It's very sad to see what's going on over there, but instead of sitting in sadness, this practice invites us to practice compassion. Compassion is the recognition of suffering and the desire to see that suffering alleviated. With this practice, we practice cultivating compassion and sending it to those affected by the LA fires This practice is also called the lo...

In this episode: Purpose vs. meaning, Financial Independence, Burnout, Generational growth, Mindfulness with Jordan Grumet Episode Summary In this enlightening episode, Adam Coelho speaks with Jordan Grumet, a former physician turned podcaster and author, about the intricacies of finding purpose in life. They discuss the difference between "Big P" and "Little P" purpose, how Financial Independence can lead to more fulfilling lives, and the significance of understanding one's past to create a mea...

In this episode: Guided affirmations practice to speed up your journey to FI Want to reach financial independence faster? Learn to spot and act on opportunities around you. These could be things like finding a new job, catching up with old contacts, or starting a side business. Once you train your mind to look for opportunities, you'll start seeing them everywhere. I created a meditation to help you do exactly this - to help you see opportunities and take action toward your goals. I practice thi...

In this episode: Limiting beliefs, Personal growth, Mindfulness, Financial Independence, Career empowerment with Joel Bein Episode Summary In this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, host Adam Coelho welcomes Joel Bein to discuss the impact of limiting beliefs on personal growth and career paths. Joel shares insights on how these beliefs can create barriers in our lives and offers strategies for overcoming them. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness, choice, and self-empowerme...

In this episode: Early retirement announcement, Financial Independence journey, Mindfulness and meditation, Building a post-retirement vision, next phase Record a voicemail question for the show: https://www.mindfulfire.org/voicemail/ Episode Summary In this episode, Adam Coelho shares his journey to early retirement, discussing the steps he took to achieve Financial Independence and how mindfulness played a crucial role in his transformation. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear visio...

In this episode: Carl’s journey to Financial Independence, The impact of mental health on Financial Freedom, The importance of physical fitness, Navigating job stress while pursuing fulfillment, Leveraging mini experiments for life design. Episode Summary In this episode, Adam Coelho speaks with Carl Jensen about his journey to Financial Independence and the lessons learned along the way. Carl shares insights on the importance of mental health, physical fitness, and the challenges of navigating ...

In this episode: Financial planning strategies, Importance of social infrastructure in retirement, Personal journey in wealth management, Navigating financial challenges, Key components of a financial plan with Lawrence Sprung Episode Summary In this episode, Adam Coelho welcomes Lawrence Sprung, a wealth advisor and best-selling author, to discuss the nuances of financial planning and the importance of having a personal approach to wealth management. They explore how individuals can prepare for...

Today's guided meditation is focused on creating space within you life to invest in yourself. When we slow down, sit down, and turn our attention inward, something powerful happens. It's like a snow globe being set down on a table; our mind and body settle, and we can start to see more clearly what's going on inside. I hope you enjoy the meditation. Text Adam w/ comments or questions PS: I am considering hosting my Life Envisioning Workshop publicly for the first time but I'm only going to do i...

In this episode: Mindfulness, Mental health, Personal journey, Financial independence, Leadership with Newton Cheng Episode Summary In this episode, Adam Coelho welcomes Newton Cheng to discuss his personal journey through mental health challenges, the importance of mindfulness, and how leadership can intersect with well-being. Newton shares his experiences as a husband, father, and director of health and performance at Google, emphasizing the need for open conversations about mental health in t...

In this episode: Loving kindness of the body practice Are you listening to what your body is telling you? In this guided meditation, we practice bringing a kind, curious, and loving awareness to our body. We start by checking in with ourselves to see how we are feeling. Then, we perform a guided body scan, bringing loving awareness to each part of our body. Finally, we conclude by bringing loving kindness and compassion to our body, which makes our entire existence possible. Text Adam w/ comment...

In this episode: Financial independence, Personal growth, Coaching, Career transitions, Mindfulness with Jeff Jaworski Episode Summary In this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, host Adam Coelho sits down with Jeff Jaworski, a former Google employee who has transitioned into a new chapter of life to pursue financial independence and personal passion. They discuss Jeff's journey, the importance of coaching, and the tools of mindfulness that have guided him to craft a life he loves. Guest Bio Je...

Feeling stressed or worried about the 2024 US presidential election? You’re not alone. That’s why I created a special mindfulness and compassion guided meditation practice back during the 2020 election. I thought it would be good to share again with only 2 weeks from election day. No matter who you support in this election, Kamala or Trump, blue or red, I made this meditation for you and you’re welcome here. I hope you find it supportive during this stressful time. Make sure to make a plan to vo...

In this episode: Financial Independence journey, coping with unexpected life events, the impact of spending awareness, building a new life after loss, RV living experience, with Karen Worthy Episode Summary In this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, Adam Coelho welcomes Karen Worthy to share her inspiring journey towards financial independence. Karen discusses how a house fire prompted her family to reevaluate their lives, leading to significant changes in their spending habits and lifestyle c...

Join me for this short 10 minute guided meditation on self compassion. We're usually so very hard on ourselves so I hope you'll take this short break to practice a little kindness towards yourself. Text Adam w/ comments or questions PS: I am considering hosting my Life Envisioning Workshop publicly for the first time but I'm only going to do it if enough people are interested. Join Waitlist ​ The Life Envisioning Workshop is all about Creating space to think REALLY BIG about what you truly want ...

In this episode: Coaching Yourself Up, Self Awareness, Career Breaks, Financial Independence, Transformational Journey with Mike Normant Episode Summary In this episode, Adam Coelho welcomes Mike Normant to discuss the transformative journey of coaching oneself and the importance of self-awareness. Mike shares his personal experiences, including his career transition from engineering to human resources and the significant life events that led him to take a career break. The conversation explores...

This guided meditation is all about creating space for possibility in the face of challenging situations in your life. While we all have challenging situations in life, I created this meditation for my 12,000 Google colleagues who were laid off last year and the thousands of other people affected by layoffs in the tech sector since then. I am grateful to still have my job but so many of my friends do not. These layoffs are a wake up call to all of us - a reminder of why it's so important to be i...

In this episode: Early retirement, Financial independence, Personal growth, Questioning societal expectations, Living a purposeful life with Florence Poirel Episode Summary In this episode, Adam Coelho speaks with Florence Poirel, who shares her journey of achieving early retirement after a decade-long career at Google. Florence discusses her discovery of the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, the importance of understanding one's financial situation, and how her personal expe...

Take a moment to appreciate how far you come in your life with this new guided meditation by Adam Coelho. So often people race from thing to thing trying mightily to reach their goal... But once they get there... They just look immediately past that goal to the next goal Never stopping Never fully appreciating: How far they've come All the things they've learned All the things they've overcome To be who they are Right here. Right now This practice invites us to take in the good and appreciate al...

In this episode: Corporate success, personal well-being, overcoming challenges, reclaiming time, transformative strategies with Matt Doan Episode Summary In this episode, Matt Doan shares his journey from feeling trapped in the corporate world to reclaiming his life and designing a life on his own terms. He discusses the struggles he faced, including personal and professional breakdowns, and the strategies he implemented to regain control of his time and priorities. Guest Bio Matt Doan is a tran...

Today’s guided meditation is all about creating space within your busy life to invest in yourself. Something powerful happens when we slow down, sit down and turn our attention inward. Like a snow globe being set down on a table, we allow our mind and body to settle and we can start to see more clearly what’s going on inside. I hope you enjoy. Text Adam w/ comments or questions Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you: 1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGG...