A daily shower is the perfect time to practice your mindfulness meditation exercises. (The length of your shower is unimportant. Just make sure to leave your phone in another room, so it won’t disturb you.)
As you step into the shower, be aware of how the water feels as it hits your head, your back, your arms. Is it hot enough? Too hot? Notice which part of the body you wash first, then switch it up. Habits like showering usually put us on autopilot: we go through the motions while the mind skips off.
If your thoughts have wandered, gently bring your attention back to the present. You can apply this mindfulness exercise to just about any daily habit, from pouring yourself a glass of iced tea, to brushing your teeth, to taking a walk.
Before a meal Whether you’re sharing a meal or eating alone, you’re probably looking forward to the first bite of whatever is on your plate! Before digging in, take a minute for this one-minute mindful eating exercise.
Pause to bring your attention to the food. Think about where your food has come from, where it was grown, how it was prepared. In our fast-paced lives, we often miss that farm-to-table connection. Engage the physical senses — the sight, the texture, the aroma of the food.
Does it take you to a particular place in your mind? As you begin to eat, don’t wolf down your meal! Chew it slowly, savoring the complexity of flavors, and each moment.
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