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Raise your hand if your brain likes to overthink, multi-task, and play devil's advocate!
*raises hand* Did you know your thinking is using up energy? Our brains use up energy, calories, and time! All... that... thinking… All that time, focus, and repetition of thought. Your energy is a valuable resource. Are you spending it wisely? Did you know what we’re focused on we’re technically asking for more of? Law of attraction baby! Maybe you read this and think, “oh wow!!! ...oh, fuck.” I can relate. This is why mindfulness is SO important, especially RIGHT NOW in a pandemic when there is sooo much extra stuff to worry about and consider. mind·ful·ness /ˈmīn(d)f(ə)lnəs/ a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations without judgment. When we identify with thoughts and feelings, judgment comes out to play.
When we witness thoughts and feelings, we can more easily practice radical acceptance.
Two Simple Practices Focus on your breath A simple practice is to sit for 1-5 minutes and notice your breath. Sit tall and comfortably. Notice the upper belly while you inhale and exhale. Think the words, “inhale… exhale…” as you breath. Notice the pause at the top and the pause at the bottom. Notice when a thought carries you away and then come back. “When you notice you’re gone you are already almost back” -Krishna Das Allow it. Mantra Practice Find a mantra or phrase that brings you comfort and connection to something greater. Repeat it again and again. Mantra can be used formally, within a meditation practice or informally while you’re washing dishes. It is something to replace the chitta or “monkey brain” that is zapping your energy away and causing suffering (judgment). Some examples: “I am loving awareness” (reminder love (and accept) all that I am aware of (everything)) “I am safe, loved and whole” Others might use Sanskrit words which is a beautiful language that focuses on vibration. “Om Namah Shivaya” (intended to call upon the highest, purest Self) “So Hum” (I am that, acknowledging all is connected) “Sat Nam” (I am Truth) Either practice you try- give it time and patience. We can also work together to help you build a practice that is unique to you and your needs AND gives you accountability as you set off on this journey.
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There is a lot of BS that we carry around...
I know I'm not alone here because I've sat down with hundreds of busy women and this is the #1 topic and strategy that I talk about!BS = Belief Systems and yes... sometimes Bull Shit too. In the video below I have described the BACKPACK ANALOGY! What is it? How does it affect us? What do we do about it? You'll even get to learn a little about me and my BS (as well as the habits). This awareness and skill will help you feel lighter, clearer and more consciously in control of your world! This is the first time I am releasing a guided meditation to the public! Woo! |
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