The intention for day one of the Mindful September Challenge was NOTICE.. I began with this intention because being mindful is really just about remembering to stop and "notice"; tapping into your senses and noticing what you see, what you feel, what you hear, what you smell, what you taste. Choose a certain time of day (I like to get up a little earlier than usual) to stop and notice your surroundings and remind yourself what you are grateful for.
The intention for day two is LISTEN. Here is your challenge: If you normally listen to the radio, playlist or podcast in the car, try turning them off and driving in silence. If you normally have music or the TV on in your home, try being there in silence. You are probably thinking that this is actually the opposite of listening, but it isn't at all. When you turn off the usual "sounds", you begin to notice other, usually less distracting sounds- birds chirping, cows mooing, the hum of cars driving by, the sounds of your home (the washer or dryer, the air conditioner, water running, etc.). Notice them and check in with yourself. Does the difference in the amount of sound make you uncomfortable? Or does it bring about a sense of calm?
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Be Still. Be Strong. Be Happy. ~ Juli
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