Sometimes we are turned off by the idea of meditation because maybe it’s something that is inaccessible, difficult to master, and time consuming. Informal meditation doesn’t have to look that way at all. You can begin with something that you already enjoy doing and aim to be absolutely aware for as much of the process as possible. You may already find that concentration comes naturally to you in whatever that activity is anyhow. Becoming and staying aware of your entire self for a piece of the day could be rewarding for you in other parts of your day.
How could you apply the idea of being absolutely present, even slowing down, for an activity sometime today? Could it happen when you’re walking or how about when you’re checking in with a family member. Maybe you could do this in a writing activity, painting, cleaning, sitting, or anything that comes your way. How can you check in with yourself during this time? The idea isn’t to turn any part of yourself off but to be aware of it all without judgement or reaction. Be, do, breathe and notice. If you find yourself straying, notice your breath and follow it back to the activity.
Presence and Positivity 