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RE: From coffee to calm: My journey into mindfulness
A familiar path... And yes, here and now. Back when I was just starting out, simply looking up at the sky helped me a lot. That’s where I truly felt like I was drowning — just like now, actually. In those moments, time and thoughts really disappear. I also understand now why I’ve always been drawn to the mountains or the sea. The feeling is very similar. Even in a big crowd, you can feel like the only one in that moment...
One of my friends once said that the most interesting part of meditation begins after the tenth minute. And he wasn’t lying. When I meditated (more or less successfully) for about 15 minutes, it felt like lucid dreaming. And the only thought that got in my way was — “God, this is scary!” lol. I really hope to get back to those times and that experience. Thanks for the reminder. It’s truly important never to forget that we have incredible tools right under our feet...
I still have 'difficulties' to really stop thinking. But then again it does show how I need this because my brain is constantly on, even when I want to give it some rest.
Such environments can really help. I only don't feel comfortable to sit and close my eyes when other people are walking around.
Maybe I should try to do longer sessions too. But why was it scary?
The mind is one of the most powerful tools indeed!
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Sometimes the image was so real it took my breath away. It could be flights over the earth, or I could see myself from a third-person view — as if from the outside. Something I don’t think I even see in my dreams. lol But it’s true what they say — it gives extra energy. I’d compare it to an hour of sleep.
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Thanks, guys! I’ve been watching you — you’re doing a great job here. Honestly, this is something Hive really missed.
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