During times of uncertainty and abrupt change, it’s more necessary than ever to take care of our mental health. It can be hard to balance the new wave of online academics, staying at home, purposely avoiding other people, and putting plans on hold. When it seems like the entire world is panicking, it can be difficult to find peace and a reason to stay positive. However, with the simple practice of meditation, you can help keep your spirits high.
The secret key to unlocking high spirits via meditation is gratitude.
Gratitude is one thing that can help us get through this quarantine era.
Meditation does not have to be fancy or intensely scheduled. You can set aside any time you have to meditate and find things to be grateful for. For me, it’s most convenient to clear my head and practice gratitude just before going to sleep. However, you can do it sitting in bed before breakfast in the morning, sitting in the living room in the afternoon, or any time at all! What’s important is that it is done each day and brings you a sense of calm.
The things you are grateful for should come to mind easily. Focus on the little things in life before zooming out to bigger things. Some things you can be grateful for are the way the sun shines in through the windows, the sound of birds outside, your family, your pets, your friends, Netflix…the list goes on!
By focusing on the things in life that make us happy to live each day, the way we look at things will change. Positivity isn’t just contained within yourself. A positive mindset affects the way you interact with others and can perhaps inspire them to live positively as well. When the world is going through something terrible, remind yourself that not all hope is lost. Remind yourself that there are so many things to be grateful for. Clear your head, take a deep breath, and live positively one day at a time.
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