Act on What’s Important

We feel most energized when we find purpose and meaning in what we are doing. But, on the other hand, we can feel depleted when we don't take time to do activities that are inspiring or important to us. Create some space and time to reconnect with yourself and ask, “What's most important to me?”

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Find a comfortable posture. Lower your gaze or close your eyes. Then, take a moment to return to yourself, to your breath.

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Let go of any ideas of “shoulds” and “I must” and “this is right or wrong.” Allow yourself to be fully present, with no agendas, and nothing to fix. Take this time to meet yourself, just the way you are.

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If you find your mind is busy, try placing your hand over your heart. Feel the warmth of your hand and the connection with your body. Let your breath move naturally in and out of your body. Give your full care and attention to the natural rhythm of your breath, rising and falling within your body.

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With each inhale, create a little more space in your mind, chest, abdomen, and whole body. With each exhale, let go of what you don't need to hold on to for the time being.

When you feel present, relaxed, and alert, invite the question, “What is most important to me in my life?” There’s no need to search or strive. Stay with the question, “What is most important to me?” and allow thoughts to naturally surface and emerge. Maybe it's just a silent whisper, “What is important to me?” Listen in. Stopping to make this space, to meet yourself, is enough. So even if you don't find any deep insights, being with your breath, your body, yourself in silence, is enough.

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If this practice feels awkward, that's OK. Note it with kindness, realizing that being in silence can sometimes be hard. If it's easier, you can open your eyes and try some journaling. When you ask the question, “What is most important to me?” allow yourself to write whatever comes up. Write honestly, since it’s just for you and no one else.