Mind Fitness - Week of 08/14/23

Short waking routine

This week I want to combine four previously discussed elements into a short waking routine first thing in the morning. The idea is to get your mind off to the right start each day.

When you open your eyes, conduct a 1-2 minute mind priming. Sit on the edge of your bed and notice your initial thoughts. Are they positive and useful? Or are you already sabotaging your day with negative and unhelpful energy? If so, replace it with something better.

Then, once you’ve brushed your teeth, made some coffee, used the restroom, etc., write down a statement of gratitude and a statement of intent. As I’ve mentioned before, these don’t need to be profound.

Next, spend five minutes working on perfect breathing. As you inhale, mentally “say” your statement of gratitude; as you exhale, do the same with your statement of intent. Internalize being thankful as a default, and push your objective out into the world.

Conclude with five minutes of meditation. Let your mind rest and become aware of how this feels. Then go out and attack the day.

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