We are thinking beings, collecting and collating information all day long. Our minds are constantly thinking, sorting through data collected, and assessing what needs to happen next. In our busy world today, with so many sensory inputs, we are always switched on and constantly mentally running. Being in this state adds stress to our nervous system and overall health.
More of than not, we are still replaying old beliefs about ourselves, and deciding our futures based on past experiences. These old programs are mental clutter we have accumulated, filling us up with old thinking and slowing down the new. We need to declutter our minds. Think of your mind like a computer – even machines need to slow down and reset or restart to work better.
Making time for mental rejuvenation will change your daily life. We give to our physical bodies so we can keep moving through life, and often our emotions get attention because they demand it, but our minds are usually at the bottom of the list.
Things you can do to recharge your mind:
Healing thoughts: Focus on thoughts that support the life you want to create. When old, negative thoughts about yourself come up, push them away and consciously reprogram your mind with a better thought about that subject.
Meditation: A powerful way to clear the mental clutter and create space in your mind is through meditation. Many people feel that they cannot meditate as their minds are too busy. Meditation can take many different forms and there is no right way to do it. The primary goal is to slow your thinking down until you get to a place where you are no longer aware of thoughts. To get into a
meditative space, focus on a repetitive sound, the light of candle, or the rhythm of your physical body. For example, place your hand over your heart and focus on your heartbeat, shutting out all other sounds, or take deep breaths and, with each inhale and exhale, focus all your attention on the sound of your breath and the movement of your chest. Start by doing this for just 3 minutes. If, when you begin, you feel the need to keep checking to see if time is up, set an alarm for the first few times. As you practice quieting your mind, you will no longer be aware of time, and will comfortably stay in the space until you feel yourself and your mind relax.
Humming: One cannot think and hum at the same time. Humming is great way to activate sound, calm the nervous system, slow down thought and recalibrate your being. Whether you are humming a specific tune or just a monotone sound, all your attention automatically moves to the sound and the action of creating it. Try is now and see how it feels.
Bumblebee breath: Sit comfortably and allow yourself to relax. Become aware of your breathing. Inhale through your nose, and as you exhale through your nose, hum in the back your throat, making the sound of a bumblebee. This is a great stress release tool and calms the mind and body. If you are away from home, find any out-of-the-way corner where you can do this breathing exercise to recenter your being.
Clutter-clear your mind and recharge your life with new energy, a calmer body, and a clear mind.
What clears your mental clutter?
Many Blessings,
Santa
