You know how we’re always doing one thing but thinking about something else?
Like ALWAYS.
You know how this is an example of mindlessness not mindfulness?
Well I have a little hack for you today.
And it’s going to sound silly but I swear it works.
Here it is:
When you’re doing something articulate it.
You don’t have to say it out loud of course (unless you want other people to think you’re lunatic) – in your head is fine – but be clear about what it is you’re doing in any giving moment.
For example, I am sitting down to read. I am walking to the shop. I am drinking water. I am eating lunch. I am sitting on the toilet. I am writing. I am exercising. I am brushing my teeth. I am scrolling on Facebook.
You get the point.
The beauty is, not only will this make you more mindful, it makes you more aware.
I am having another beer. I am having another chocolate. I am throwing away another piece of plastic.
The idea is not to stop you from indulging in negative habits but to simply make you more aware of them. This, in turn, makes you aware of what you should be doing. That’s often enough to steer you in a slightly better direction.
So that’s it.
Todays top tip is to simply say what you’re doing as you’re doing it.
It’s an awesome mindfulness hack.
You’re welcome.
Clear Air Turbulence 
Mmm, having another chocolate…
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That’s the technique I use to remember whether I’ve used my eye drops or not. It works, usually. Well, at least 50% of the time!
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As simple as it is – the tricky bit is making it a habit. Remembering to do it 50 % of the time is a great effort Jane 🙏
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Good advice, AP. Not sure I am willing to follow it, although I am a poor multitasker and my memory isn’t great! All the best! Some things definitely do deserve our full attention… driving and flying a plane, for example. ❤ Have a great day!
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Thanks Cheryl. It’s not something I’m good at following. When I remember it works well. The trick is making it a habit! Wishing you well 🙏
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Actually a genuinely good tip! I’m currently reading “Why Buddhism is True” and they’ve got a whole segment on mindfulness I can really get behind, this has added to it! Thanks!
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Thanks Mike. I’m glad you think so. It works well. It’s difficult making it a habit! I’ve not read that one. I’ll look it up and add it to the reading list. Wishing you well 🙏
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So simple and yet so powerful. Love it!
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Thanks for the tip! My head is all over the place. I don’t know how I get anything done sometimes!
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You’re not alone. I find this little tip helps. Hope it does the same for you 🙏
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Genius. Simplicity at its finest. I am going by to start being aware of when I’m being aware more often!
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I’m commenting on this blog post.
But seriously, I think I’ve been doing this without knowing I’ve been doing it. Especially with binge watching episodes of a certain series. I keep telling myself I’m watching the last episode and when it ends I have the urge to start the next one but the guilt is too much so I don’t.
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