Quiet Mind, Open Heart: Stuart Perrin on Meditation That Works in Real Life with Stuart Perrin

On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, hosted by Yusuf, meditation teacher Stuart Perrin shares how inner calm isn’t a finish line—it’s a practice you return to, especially when life feels noisy and pressured.

This episode is for anyone who feels mentally overloaded, emotionally guarded, or stuck in “more, more, more.” Stuart explains how building a steady inner foundation can support clarity, self-worth, and a more compassionate way of living.

About the Guest:

Stuart Perrin is a non-denominational meditation teacher who has practiced for decades and teaches donation-based Zoom classes seven times a week. He has written a dozen books, including a recently published title, and shares talks across Facebook and YouTube.

Episode Chapters:

• 00:03:56 – Inner calm as a repeatable practice

• 00:06:53 – “Meditation is a craft,” not a religion

• 00:09:32 – Building foundation: focus below the navel (hara/dantian)

• 00:11:27 – Gratitude as a direct path to an open heart

• 00:11:49 – Breath as training for the heart center

• 00:14:27 – Success without attachment: money, pressure, and freedom

• 00:19:01 – How to begin: finding a teacher and real inner hunger

Key Takeaways:

• Treat meditation like a skill: learn method, repetition, and consistency.

• Build inner stability first; openness is easier when you feel grounded.

• Use gratitude daily to soften defensiveness and reopen connection.

• Practice breathing into the heart center for steadiness under stress.

• Stay engaged in life’s goals, but reduce attachment to outcomes.

How to Connect With the Guest:

Website: www.stuartPerrin.com Instagram: @Stuart Perrin (under his name) Also mentioned: Facebook talks, YouTube videos (~1400), book available on Amazon (including India)

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