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A Simple Little Trick!

Cheeney June 6th, 2016

Hi guys! So, I got a whiteboard the other day, and I've been using it to give little reminders to myself. It occured to me that sometimes, we just need a 'breathing break', to take a step back, focus our attention on our breathing, and calm the mind. This brings you to the present moment almost immediately and quiets your mind down, which can be quite useful. Often after I do this I feel refreshed and aware, and I can continue what I was doing with a more relaxed state of mind.

The words I have put on my whiteboard are: Breathe. Observe. When I glance on the board I instantly focus on my breath and instead of 'being' my thoughts, I observe them.

Ofcourse, you don't have to put it on a whiteboard, you can simply hang post it notes on the walls! I've heard of people doing this with affirmations as well, it's a lovely little way to remind yourself that life really isn't all that bad.

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June 6th, 2016

@Cheeney

Love the idea! Thank you for sharing it with us! smiley

JadeRainbow June 7th, 2016

@Cheeney thanks for this I am sure it will help lots of people who need it!

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Mikeyhelp June 9th, 2016

@JadeRainbow

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JadeRainbow June 10th, 2016

@Mikeyhelp hm?

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Cheeney OP June 10th, 2016

Thanks all for the lovely responses! smiley

Juniper8 October 22nd, 2016

@Cheeney

Thankyou for sharing this with us. :)

helpfulSugar9 October 23rd, 2016

@Cheeney

I'm glad it has been working well for you! It sounds like it's like telling yourself that but making that easier by the whiteboard reminding and telling you to! sounds awesome:)

Annaxelia October 29th, 2016

@Cheeney

Annaxelia October 29th, 2016

Hi @Cheeney thanks for sharing. It sounds like a great trick. I am sure many people will find it helpful