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How to Be Mindful When Moving to a New Home
Moving To A New Place
Moving is a great way to open up one’s mind and practice focusing one’s attention without the constant thought patterns.
Practising mindfulness frees our mind from thoughts about the old residence and makes our minds less anxious.
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- Once you get moving, find a comfortable pace.
- Become aware of the weather, the surroundings, colors, smells and shapes that pass you by as you move.
- Be mindful of your intention to run with awareness and count your steps if possible.
- If a thought hijacks your mind, return back gently to counting your steps.
- Become aware of your recurring thought.
- Try to get in a zone where thoughts cease to exist, even the runner is no more and only the running remains.
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How To Be Mindful At The Beach
- Open up all of your senses: hearing, seeing, smelling, taste and touch.
- Rest on the sand and relax your body of any physical tension.
- Sit near the water. With your eyes closed, listen to the sound of the waves crashing on the shore.
- Take a walk with your feet in the water. Feel the various textures of the sand as the waves soak into it.
- Each time you inhale, smell the salty, fragrant air.
- Take time to contemplate the horizon and take in the vastness of the seascape.
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Really see each other
Making eye contact with someone can relieve stress and create a deeper sense of connection.
Even making eye contact with a stranger can soften your heart.
Listen with all of your senses
When you talk with someone in person, notice the posture and body language of the other person. Focus on the tone in their voice. Consider the meaning of their words.
Reach out and touch someone
Touch is a way we communicate and essential to our development. Touch makes us feel safe and encourage trust, love, and compassion.
Reach out to your loved ones and see if you notice a difference.