Turning Your Chores Into Meditation
by Sueños on 05/19/17
The concept of using cleaning as a form of meditation isn't a novel concept, and has been the primary form of meditation in many monastic practices. For those unfamiliar with the practice, however, it can seem like an odd concept. "In what way is mowing the lawn relaxing?" Well, I hope today that I can help you find enjoyment in even what seems to be the most meticulous tasks.
After three, long days of rain, the weeds in my garden began to grow at rate so fast I thought soon they would be calling me Seymour. After hour 2 of weeding, I began to get discouraged as I still had more than half of the vegetable garden to go. It was then that I had remembered reading about the practice. So, I re-framed my mindset, and instead of looking at the goal of weeding the whole garden, I began to focus on each weed one at a time. I started to take the time to notice the different plants I was actually pulling out, how their roots differed, and how some required more effort than others. I developed a rhythm, and kind of found myself getting lost in it.
While perhaps it still took quite some time to weed, it certainly didn't feel it. In fact, it seemed like it took no time at all. This can be done with just about any task that begins to feel remedial. Instead of getting frustrated, try and lose yourself in it. In no time at all, you'll be wishing those weeds would grow faster.
This is a guest blog by one of our coaches Diego-Andreas. If you like what you read, and want to see more, check out his blog at www.wonderingintomyself.com
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