Why I couldn't Meditation for Years
I get a lot of questions about meditation from my clients. And it makes sense.
Ask anyone these days if they think meditation is good for them and most of the time you'll hear a resounding YES!
But, ask if they do it and you'll hear all sorts of reasons why they don't.
No time,
it’s too hard,
it’s not for me,
can’t clear my mind,
can’t sit still.
But that’s like saying I can’t do yoga because I’m not flexible!
The point is, you don’t start off knowing how to do it. You have learn, and practice and gradually over time, just like anything else, you’ll notice a shift.
It’s like learning to walk - nobody came into this world being good at walking!
You had to practice!
Plus, Emily Fletcher, founder of Ziva meditation says, “It's not about becoming good at meditation, it's about becoming good at life.” And I feel that.
For years I wanted a morning meditation routine. And for years I would feel motivated to start - just to get frustrated, or have it slip my mind, or to be pulled to do something else in the morning. I searched for any excuse not to do it.
But at a Self-Love workshop four years ago, I realized there was a deeper issue going on. The problem was I wasn’t giving myself the love and commitment that I so naturally expected others to give me.
How could anyone else in my life commit to me, if I couldn't commit to me?
So, in the name of Self-Love, I committed to myself and began meditating every single weekday, even if only for five minutes. And this practice changed so much!
It's increased my mental focus and clarity, and created an overall sense of calm. I find that when I carve out time for myself, my Inner Child feels secure and safe because my Adult is present and in control.
I also use meditation to connect with my higher-self and a higher-power, making it easier to manifest and visualize my goals.
However, my favorite part is getting quite enough to hear the subtle, inspired thoughts coming through the silence.
So, here's another practice video to try! And in case you missed the first one I sent a few weeks ago, featuring a Shaking Meditation, you can access it here.
In the short video below, you'll be introduced to 4x6 breathing, meaning you'll inhale for the count of four, exhale for the count of six. The longer exhale signals to the body that you're safe and not in danger, which increases relaxation and peacefulness. ✌️
I hope you enjoy it and let me know what you think!