Dropping the stories
- Notice when you’re stuck in a story.
- Notice that the story is causing you to be stressed or afraid.
- See if you can drop out of the story and into the present moment.
- When you go back to your story (because you will), try coming back to the present moment, without judgment. Stay longer.
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