Meditation guide
Your mind is allowed to wander.
Notice where your attention went and bring it back. You can begin with two minutes, in a position that feels comfortable.
Written by Xander Jobe ·
Begin where your attention is
Plans, worries, memories, a song you cannot get out of your head. Thoughts will show up. When you notice that you have followed one, acknowledge it and return to the thing you chose to notice.
You might quietly name what happened: planning, remembering, worrying. That gives you a way to notice a thought before treating it as something you have to act on. Repeat as often as you need to.
Give this two minutes
- Choose a position you can manage. Sit, stand, lie down, or walk slowly.
- Pick something to notice: your feet, the sounds around you, or a place where you can comfortably feel your breathing.
- When attention moves, notice where it went. Name it gently if that helps.
- Come back to your chosen focus. Continue until your two minutes are up.
If the practice feels helpful, extend it gradually. Keep the time short enough that you are willing to return tomorrow.
Change what needs changing
Breath focus, stillness, silence, and closed eyes can feel uncomfortable or distressing for some people. Open your eyes, look around the room, hold something textured, move, or stop. You get to choose.
A guided practice or a trusted person nearby may feel better than sitting alone. Give yourself room to discover which arrangement helps you stay present.
Use the pause during the day
Before sending a difficult message, take a few seconds to feel your feet and notice what is happening. Your shoulders may be tense. You may be rushing. Give yourself time to choose how to respond.
A pause can also help you arrive at a coaching conversation. Some people like sound as a focus cue; others prefer quiet. Pick what helps, and stop or change the practice if it becomes distressing.
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