We are living through what the Chinese describe as "interesting times" - a lot of us would describe them as challenging! Many of the structures that we have viewed as fixed points in our lives are no longer certain; job security, financial security, social and political systems and so on.
At such times it's important to maintain our stability and resilience as best we can. Here are three suggestions to help you do this.
1. Recognise that change is a constant (if that's not a contradiction!). Just tuning into your thoughts, emotions and physical sensations will make you aware of how your own experience of the world is continuously shifting and changing. Nothing stands still. Practise "staying with" your moment by moment experience, viewing it all with equanimity, as best you can.
2. Focus on what you can control, not what you can't control. According to Stephen Covey, the author of "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People", focusing on something however small that we CAN directly influence is likely to make us feel more empowered and better able to handle what we CAN'T control. What small step can you take today, to give yourself that feeling of empowerment?
3. Look for simple sources of stability in your life; places, people and activities that you find comforting and reassuringly familiar. A favourite armchair, a chat with a good friend, a piece of music that boosts your mood. Take some time to enjoy and appreciate these each day.
Enjoy the rest of the year,
Chris
New Mindfulness Courses 2010-2011 visit www.breathing-space.biz
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