Are You Ready to Thrive?
Mindfulness is an intentional focus on the present moment. We all have this capacity—it’s a natural state of being. Watch a baby or child at play. They are “in the moment.” However, as we grow, we develop our thinking, judging, analyzing, and planning skills and are rewarded for our intellectual processes. The downside of this type of development is that we lose focus on the present—not because we outgrow it, but because we focus on other things. We live inside our heads and multi-task every second of the day. We’re so used to living like this that it feels completely normal, and being intentionally present feels uncomfortable and abnormal. When we start a mindfulness practice, we reconnect with our natural ability to live in the present and feel the joy of being fully in the moment.
Mindfulness is not a panacea for all of today’s problems. However, learning how to gain control over your attention is a powerful tool for living the kind of life you desire. This is critically important when the conditions are unprecedented and continuously changing. None of us have ever lived in a time like this. Most of the old rules do not apply. We have had to adapt our behavior in ways we never thought necessary. Mindfulness practice can help us build self-awareness, awareness of others, emotional stability, and develop empathy and compassion. As a result, we can move our lives toward thriving, not just surviving.
At Levelhead, we have seen that simple, brief practices incorporated into your daily routine make a BIG difference in people’s lives. Often, we are met with disbelief that something so simple and natural can be practical. It’s funny, though. We often mistake simple for easy, particularly when learning something new.
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Think of the last time you learned a new skill. This could be learning to play a sport or perform a new task. Remember how simple the basics seemed? So, you thought to yourself, “I’ve got this!” only to find that the journey to mastery took more focus than you expected. This is also true of the practice of mindfulness. It sounds simple. Then you try it and find out it is not necessarily easy. It takes practice and commitment, just like learning any other skill.
Start Your Practice Today
Even though developing a practice isn’t easy, it is possible, and here’s why. First, you already have the tools you need: mindfulness is a natural way of being. Second, within a few sessions, you will see the benefits emerge. With this reinforcement, you may look forward to practicing! Third, as you continue to practice, you experience a wonderful upward spiral of benefits. The more you practice, the more you benefit, and the more people around you respond positively. Mindfulness is no miracle cure for all our ills. Still, it is a beautiful way to experience a more fulfilling life. Download our app, Levelhead for Real Life, when you’re ready to get started. There are a variety of 3-5 minute lessons waiting to help you thrive.
