Post by t-bob on Jan 17, 2021 11:36:17 GMT -5
It’s frequently asked question of all, "how can I find the time?"
If your schedule varies day-to-day you may find it useful to anchor your practice to a particular part of your routine as opposed to a specific time of day. This gives you more flexibility while still ensuring you fit it in.
1. Start with one breath.
Don’t underestimate the power of small behaviors. By focusing on taking one conscious breath when you have a spare moment, you can pave the way for creating a meditation habit. For example, to create a habit of tidying up at home, you might start by making your bed each morning. A tiny habit should be a behavior that requires little effort and can be performed in less than 30 seconds.
2. Use headphones.
As a TV correspondent, Dan has a packed schedule that involves a fair amount of travel. “People think you have to sit in some position, but that isn’t true,” he says. “There are four ways to do it: walking, standing, sitting or lying down.” No matter how busy life gets, Dan tries to fit in one hour of meditation each day. His secret weapon? Headphones. He puts on a pair to cancel noise when he meditates in airports and on planes. “As long as you’re somewhere that’s reasonably quiet, you’re good,” he says.
3. Siphon time from superfluous activities.
Think about it: Do you really need to hit ‘reply all’ to every email that hits your inbox? Do you need to check [insert personal social media fix here] again? You might just be able to squeeze in your meditation without getting up early or going to bed later, after all.
4. Practice mindfulness when you’ve got time to kill.
Resist the urge to scroll through Instagram the moment your friend or dinner date heads to the bathroom. Look around, smile at other people and enjoy some momentary calm. While it’s not the same as doing a seated meditation, being fully present during these small moments can help you feel more comfortable confronting the thoughts rattling around in your mind.
If your schedule varies day-to-day you may find it useful to anchor your practice to a particular part of your routine as opposed to a specific time of day. This gives you more flexibility while still ensuring you fit it in.
1. Start with one breath.
Don’t underestimate the power of small behaviors. By focusing on taking one conscious breath when you have a spare moment, you can pave the way for creating a meditation habit. For example, to create a habit of tidying up at home, you might start by making your bed each morning. A tiny habit should be a behavior that requires little effort and can be performed in less than 30 seconds.
2. Use headphones.
As a TV correspondent, Dan has a packed schedule that involves a fair amount of travel. “People think you have to sit in some position, but that isn’t true,” he says. “There are four ways to do it: walking, standing, sitting or lying down.” No matter how busy life gets, Dan tries to fit in one hour of meditation each day. His secret weapon? Headphones. He puts on a pair to cancel noise when he meditates in airports and on planes. “As long as you’re somewhere that’s reasonably quiet, you’re good,” he says.
3. Siphon time from superfluous activities.
Think about it: Do you really need to hit ‘reply all’ to every email that hits your inbox? Do you need to check [insert personal social media fix here] again? You might just be able to squeeze in your meditation without getting up early or going to bed later, after all.
4. Practice mindfulness when you’ve got time to kill.
Resist the urge to scroll through Instagram the moment your friend or dinner date heads to the bathroom. Look around, smile at other people and enjoy some momentary calm. While it’s not the same as doing a seated meditation, being fully present during these small moments can help you feel more comfortable confronting the thoughts rattling around in your mind.
