Sona Dimidjian - Bringing Relationship into Research
b'In this episode, Wendy speaks with clinical psychologist and contemplative researcher Sona Dimidjian. Sona\'s career has focused on using contemplative practices to improve mental health, with a focus on systems of inequality. Their conversation covers many topics, including:\\nher path to contemplative practice and research;\\nusing collaborative teams in science to reduce bias;\\nhow she applies mindfulness to help with postpartum depression;\\nworking with young women around stereotypes about appearance;\\nembodied practices delivered through peer instruction;\\ncommunity-engaged participatory research, working "with" and not "for";\\ncreating digital platforms for more equitable dissemination of contemplative programs;\\nand how she brings a lens of anti-racism to her research and teaching.\\nFull show notes and resources'