Introduction to Mindfulness - Dean Amory

There are many techniques you can implement to help you purposely
live the way you want to. When you live consciously, you’re no longer
a victim of the wind, being blown about this way and that way by the
circumstances of your life. You can create the life you desire with
conscious living.
Try these ideas to get you started and inspire you on your journey:
1. Create the life you want one step at a time. Rome wasn’t built in a
day. Spend some time exploring what you already love about your
life. Also investigate what you’d like to change. Then, think about
how you can take deliberate steps to create the life you desire.
2. Seek balance in your life. For example, if you disagree with
someone, take time to consider the other person’s side of the
argument. Allow yourself to change your mind.
3. Live in the present moment. You’ve most likely heard this
suggestion before. But what does it really mean to live in the
moment? Consider this example:
While you’re visiting your mother, think about her and enjoy your
conversation and activities together. Avoid making your store list
mentally or trying to recall what else you have to do today. Just stay in
the present moment with your mother and focus on what the two of
you are doing.
4. Know yourself. Awareness of your likes and dislikes is important
to conscious living. Learn what’s important to you. Discover what
makes you tick, what drives you, and what you find inspiring. Selfunderstanding
is an integral part of living life consciously because if
you know your preferences and motivations, you can then create
circumstances that will enable you to accomplish your goals.
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