Trying to follow the "Take10" practice as described in my previous blog post.
For the last week, I have been spending 10 minutes every day, trying to meditate using the what I have learned from the book about Mindfulness so far.
What are the challenges I have?
- When and where to do it? When I am not at work, I did it during my younger son's nap time in the afternoon, or after he has fallen asleep. At office, I was looking for a free phone booth and went there after lunch.
- I feel my thoughts are quite often going into the direction about "how much longer until 10 minutes are over"? I guess as long as I am mindful and aware of these thoughts, and I gently bring them back to focusing on my breath, I guess there is nothing wrong with that. Also, with time, I think these kind of thoughts will go away.
- Counting to 10 with my breath is difficult! As described in the book, I often realize that I count beyond 10. I am trying to take this with a certain humour, instead of getting frustrated about it, also like it is described and recommended in the book.
How do I feel? Do I notice any changes about my mind?
I may be wrong (and I hope it is not just wishful thinking), but I do feel the in general I am more at ease with myself. I definitely want to continue to practice and I am very curious about the next chapter in the book, which will talk about how to integrate Mindfulness into the everyday life!