trish the human
also known as: trish talob, a meditation teacher, a strategic design and human-centred design professional
works in progress
5-9: studying law
9 to 5: empowering purpose-led organisations to use human-centred design to deliver impactful services
WIP:
advocating
equitable
mindfulness
I became interested in teaching meditation when I discovered that many people perceive meditation as something that is only available to those who have abundant time and financial resources for things like retreats and expensive candles.
I advocate making mindfulness practices like meditation accessible to all, regardless of factors like age, gender, ethnic origin, income level, location, ability. I host events designed to help people discover equitable mindfulness practices underpinned by a "meditative making/doing" approach.
I've observed that meditative making/doing can encourage people to look beyond traditional meditation and discover ways of learning/practicing mindfulness that are better aligned with personal needs and preferences.
reflections
I shared my learnings about using meditation as an unproductive form of escapism on the the SBS Insight program. Watch episode here.
I shared some tips for creating a meditative space on the Meditation Association of Australia blog. Read article here.
I experimented with teaching mindfulness in different ways through Anti-Mindfulness Mindfulness Club and Mindful Makers and Doers Club. Learn more about the key concepts the projects here.
Mindful reading workshop at Gleebooks bookshop in February 2025
Zen Garden workshop in October 2024
WIP:
exploring cultural identity as a form of mindfulness
I'm currently navigating a scary/exciting professional and personal identity crisis. I've becoming increasingly curious about my cultural identity as a Filipina and I've been exploring making/doing practices with roots in my cultural heritage.
I was born in the Philippines and grew up in the eastern suburbs of Sydney. Throughout my childhood, I spent many summer holidays travelling around the Philippines, however, I've had limited exposure to Filipino culture in the context of day-to-day life.
I'm currently seeking opportunities to learn about my cultural identity though meditative making/doing. Please reach out via the form below if you have ideas/suggestions or are on a similar journey and would like to connect.
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