From a remote and magical natural landscape in #India, Medicinal Media cinematographer Maitreya Kulkarni brings us the seasonal Kataldhar #waterfall. Maitreya describes the process for us in his harrowing and inspiring report from the road: I traveled to the scene by car, including 8-9 km off-road to the starting point of the trail. Driving was a bit challenging. I reached the last road by 5am and started hiking. With camera, tripod, lens, extra battery packs, and provisions, the total weight must have been 20 kg (44 lbs). Going in on an early weekday had an advantage for its isolation and quiet. That was also a risk factor if something happened to me while trekking. Upon arrival, I set up my camera in the shade of a stone to prevent the misty winds from fogging the lens. I wrapped the camera with polythene to protect it from water. In mid-July, when I filmed, the monsoon was at its peak, but fortunately, there was no rain for the whole day. The wind was very strong, however, and was pushing the waterfall toward me. I was dripping wet within a few minutes of reaching the waterfall. Already exhausted as I was just beginning to film, I thought I should eat my chicken and rice, but it was contaminated, and the nearest food stall would be an impossible 10km hike and 10km drive away. So, it would be a fasting day for me — no food, and also no digital distractions, as I was now also hours away from any reception. Eventually, and to my surprise, this pushed me to actually enjoy the moment… to feel present as I hadn’t in a long time. 100% natural, fresh, cold, wet therapy. We live in a world full of distractions. This experience gave me the chance to hear myself and process many thoughts which I had been running from. https://lnkd.in/gSBpp7zN
About us
Medicinal Media is a nonprofit illuminating the intersection of beneficial arts and science.
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www.medicinal-media.org
External link for Medicinal Media
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- 2-10 employees
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- 2023
Employees at Medicinal Media
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Nanea Reeves
CEO, Founder at TRIPP, Inc.
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Dimitris Gotsis
Video Production and Editing
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Jennymarie Jemison
Now seeking animators and motion gx artists for immediate contract work. Please send me a message with a link to your portfolio. No resumes please.
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Mike Wilson
Founder of Medicinal Media and Co-founder of Devolver Digital, Gathering of Developers, and several other game companies. Producer, publisher…
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⛴ What seems #possible to you? What seems #impossible? Can't some things be both at once? Hugo, a 6-year-old kid growing up in New York City, ponders things like this all the time during his commutes on the ferry. What Hugo likes the most, since he was very little, is to play with small things. He can create characters out of anything. He has been taking his gnome-shaped tiny crayons everywhere — that includes his ferry commutes with his mom, dad, and their adopted dog, Katz. Produced for Medicinal Media by Ramfis Myrthil of Ramfis Productions Director Hugo Perez Editor Jae Shim Writer Abigail Rose Clarke Cinematographer Anyelo Troya First Assistant Camera Alexandra Laura Stefan, MBA Sound by mark fraunhofer Production Support Jake Yancey, Ben McCall, and Sitong Cao Executive Producer Rob VanAlkemade
#somatic #mindfulness: possible
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🐦 💕 #Finch, the #app, can help you to steer your way through #stress. Essentially functioning as a digital self-care #pet, the cute bird that’s central to the #calming app’s design helps you to stay on track with various #wellness goals. Sometimes that goal might just be getting out of bed! In this article, Jennifer Popa, PhD, PMP writes about using the app and finding self-compassion through it. Art by Lizzie Lomax
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💦 From a remote and magical landscape in #greece, Medicinal Media cinematographer Dimitris Gotsis brings us the Souda #waterfalls of Theodoriana. https://lnkd.in/gWMZc3Es Dimitris scouted many areas around the country before choosing this one for us. Once he settled in here, Dimitris spent three long, hot days gathering various soothing sounds and compelling images. We asked Dimitris to share any thoughts he may have had while ensconced in this environment, and we loved his insightful field report. Read all of his words on the site! https://lnkd.in/gKB3_fHf
Soothing #nature: Greek waterfalls
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🐦 Medicinal Media artist Annie B. McCall, with creative director Jennymarie Jemison, returns us to a place of #mindfulness and #reflection through #birdsong in the city, from twilight to dusk. Our wish is that this helps you to daydream, cool off, get cozy, cuddle up, sleep, breathe, listen... or perhaps practice #niksen (which is Dutch and refers to the art of doing nothing).
#ambient #nature #sounds: birds on a wire
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Regret comes in many different shapes and sizes. While some forms of regret can help us to live in better alignment with who we want to be, other versions of it can hold us back from moving forward with our lives. Unpack the topic of regret with this piece featuring expert insights. Written by Karen Fischer, illustrated by Gabriella Marsh. #medicinalmedia #regret #grief #mentalhealthmatters #loveandloss https://lnkd.in/gKG9v82F
The stickiness of regret — Medicinal Media
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Feeling lonely? A lot of people are these days. Digital technology — including social media — can help us connect with more people than ever before, but it can also hamper our need for real-world connection if we’re not careful. Experts chime in for this story, helping us to strike a balance between online and offline worlds in a way that can combat loneliness. Written by Rae Dohar with illustrations by Josie Herrin. #medicinalmedia #loneliness #connections #digitalmedia #mentalhealth https://lnkd.in/gSKWKtz9
A life coach’s tips for contending with loneliness — Medicinal Media
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⛸ #Practice might not always yield perfection, but it can reliably generate increasing amounts of #fun, at least in most situations. Why? Because it’s a lot more fun to do something once you know the ropes a bit, and a #flowstate is easier to access from this place, too. Just how playing guitar is more enjoyable once you actually know some chords and can lose yourself in the music as you strum, 6-year-old Melonie, from #Savannah, has found that #skating is freeing — now that she’s already put in the hard work to learn. In this sweet #somatic #mindfulness video, Melonie helps us remember the reward hard work promises. Fiercely independent Melonie is always ready for an outdoor adventure, whether it’s skating, gymnastics, singing, dancing, or swimming. Director, Camera, Editor Mali Kaluve of Vinteve Media for Medicinal Media Writer Abigail Rose Clarke Executive Producer Rob VanAlkemade
#somatic #mindfulness: skate
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Contemporary African art is playing an important role in addressing struggles found in various regions. This creative expression is helping to foster both healing and activism, igniting change. Read more about the impacts of African art in this piece by Andréas Ruth Deolinda. Images by Primo Mauridi Jasmin. #medicinalmedia #africanart #arthealing #artactivism #arttherapy https://lnkd.in/gx5uvanC
The road to discovery and healing through African art — Medicinal Media
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💓 The Grieving Project musical, as described to The Washington Post by artist and playwright Lisa Sniderman, is the story of four people with #disabilities, performed by artists who have real-life disabilities. The characters work to find their voices and thrive while navigating #mentalhealth challenges, relationship hurdles, and their respective conditions. Told in 14 stages with spoken word and music, the project asks: “How can we live fully and thrive if we don’t #grieve?” Sniderman collaborated with Suzanne Richard, artistic director at Open Circle Theatre, Inc. in Baltimore, to pioneer a radically #accessible hybrid theater model. Sniderman says, “Our goal is to use technology in combination with live events to bring the full #theatrical experience to as wide an audience as possible, drawing them into the story of self-discovery, acceptance, and hope.” The production is still in development and is seeking support to realize their vision. Featuring: Lisa Sniderman, Suzanne Richard, Jessica Wallach, Christopher Morrison, Enoch Chan Actors: Nikki Neuberger, Devin McCall, Laura Leo Kelly, Amelia Firestone, Zia Wallach Interpreter: Taylor Flanagan Production: Lisbot; Betty Siegel, live and virtual audiences at The Voxel Music: Stewart St John & Michael Plahuta, Lisa Sniderman, Angelo "Scrote" Bundini Filming: Enoch Chan, Jessica Wallach, Lisa Sniderman, Christopher Morrison and Ioana Matei Special thanks to: The Voxel in Baltimore, MD, OhmniLabs for the robot, and Levan Amiranashvili
Radical accessibility theater
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