by Daniel Lucas..
The practice of being mindful is about elevating your connection to each moment; to be truly present, where your senses are all communicating in the now. This practice is both simple and difficult. Who hasn’t found themselves stuck in their own thoughts, which drown out whatever’s happening around them? Lack of mindful presence limits our life experience, and narrows the possibilities of any given moment. How can we all strive to be more mindful? Being mindful encompasses several key concepts:
*the quality of attention
*focus
*openness to what is
*effective communication, with self and with others
The essence of being mindful is the natural flow of your energy, or chi. At the center of experiencing chi is our soul—our most authentic self. So, mindful practice is a way to connect with what’s in our soul. It’s a time where we get quiet and walk the line of meditation and attention.
Your First Assignment : Mindful Walking
Here’s where you can start your journey. Walking can be extremely healing, and great for our mental and physical health, as long as we aren’t loading ourselves up with heavy bags constantly. But how often do we really pay attention when we walk? How mindful are we? Soften your eyes when you walk, so that you can see all of your surroundings near and far. Open your ears and really hear what’s going on around you. Breathe through your nose and take in the scents around you. Let your arms swing naturally and let your body find its own rhythm. Enjoy your breath and allow your mind to become quiet.
Dig in my friends! Living mindfully is our truest journey.
Namaste.
Daniel
