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Glossary entry

English term or phrase:

where they are

English answer:

no matter what type of reader or what type of life, mindset, lifestyle...

Added to glossary by Yvonne Gallagher
Oct 14, 2021 16:56
2 yrs ago
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English term

where they are

English Other General / Conversation / Greetings / Letters meditation
Dear colleagues, I have a doubt about the meaning of the phrase “where they are” in the passage below, taken from the description of a book on a meditation practice called the “Wheel of Awareness”. I was thinking about something like “no matter what their meditation experience is”, but I’m not sure.
Thank you in advance for any suggestion!

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Here is the link to the whole description
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/539769/becoming-awa...

This is the passage:

Packed with guided meditation instructions, practical exercises, and everyday tools and techniques, Becoming Aware meets readers *** where they are *** and offers a simple program to enhance our inner sense of clarity and even our interpersonal well-being
Responses
4 +6 no matter what type of reader or what type of life, mindset, lifestyle...
4 +5 whatever meditation level they are at
4 +2 EXPLANATION
4 (is tailored to/ tailors itself to) the reader's state of mind
Change log

Oct 18, 2021 12:41: Yvonne Gallagher Created KOG entry

Discussion

haribert (asker) Oct 18, 2021:
Bernhard, thank you so much for your contribution! Have a nice week!
Bernhard Sulzer Oct 16, 2021:
Broader sense I agree with the broader meaning - "Becoming Aware" meets them where they are in their life/self-awareness/well- or not-well being - i.e. it doesn't matter where they are with regard to their inner self (or development thereof) and there's a simple meditation program to enhance their life/well-being ...
haribert (asker) Oct 14, 2021:
Phil, Thank you for your contribution! May I ask whether your suggestion hints at a slightly broader meaning of the expression, that is, not only "meditation level", but maybe "life experiences" in general?

Responses

+6
45 mins
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no matter what type of reader or what type of life, mindset, lifestyle...

this is a "simple" guide, which is seemingly designed to suit everyone, no matter where they are in their life, mind, lifestyle right now. I don't believe it is simply about those who have already done meditation or are already at a level of mindfulness

The title after all is "Becoming Aware", which implies it is aimed at first timers to the world of mindfulness

"takes readers step-by-step through a twenty-one-day journey to discover what it means to be truly present and aware in our daily lives."

This simple yet profound guide shows readers how to strengthen their minds by learning to focus attention, open awareness, and develop a positive state of mind—the three pillars of mindfulness practice that research shows lead to greater physical and mental well-being...."



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Note added at 3 days 19 hrs (2021-10-18 12:41:42 GMT) Post-grading
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Glad to have helped
Note from asker:
Hi, Yvonne! Thank you so much for your contribution!
Peer comment(s):
agree Robert Forstag : This really seems to best capture the intended sense of the phrase.
8 mins
Many thanks Robert:-)
agree Tony M
1 hr
Thanks Tony!
agree Tina Vonhof (X)
2 hrs
Many thanks Tina:-)
agree AllegroTrans
19 hrs
Thanks Chris:-)
agree Shera Lyn Parpia
22 hrs
Thanks Shera Lyn:-)
agree Bernhard Sulzer
2 days 4 hrs
Many thanks Bernhard:-)
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4 KudoZ points awarded for this answer. Comment: "Thank you so much, Yvonne, for your valuable help! Many thanks also to all other colleagues for their contribution! Stay well"
+2
4 mins

EXPLANATION

When we talk about adaptability and Values Based Leadership, we often say “meet people where they are.” It means diagnosing their values, their style, their needs, and their emotions, and connecting with them in a way that is effective for them.
Reference:

https://innerwill.org/meet-them-where-they-are/

https://wildsimplejoy.com/meet-them-where-they-are/

Note from asker:
Thank you very much, Danieline, for your contribution!
Peer comment(s):
agree Ruth Hill
41 mins
neutral Yvonne Gallagher : that would be ok in a different field and if it were personalised or 1 to 1. No diagnosis taking place here
45 mins
neutral AllegroTrans : This is not about diagnosing anything
20 hrs
agree Sajad Neisi
21 hrs
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+5
8 mins

whatever meditation level they are at

This is the way I interpret the phrase.

meditation levels: https://www.google.com/search?q="meditation levels"
Note from asker:
Thank you very much, Oliver, for your contribution!
Peer comment(s):
agree philgoddard : Or wherever they are in their lives.
10 mins
Thank you, Phil.
agree Ruth Hill
36 mins
Thank you, Ruth.
neutral Yvonne Gallagher : sorry, no. I really disagree that it's about meditation levels
38 mins
No problem, Yvonne. :-)
agree Tomasso : appropriate to their life, maybe.
9 hrs
agree Serhan Elmacıoğlu
16 hrs
neutral AllegroTrans : It's more than just this
20 hrs
agree Sajad Neisi
21 hrs
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3 hrs

(is tailored to/ tailors itself to) the reader's state of mind

i.e, it meets its readers head-on, and taps into their current state of mental and emotional development;
Note from asker:
Thank you, Oliver, for your contribution!
Peer comment(s):
neutral AllegroTrans : No. it means that it's for all types of people; state of mind is far too restrictive
1 day 1 hr
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