Mindfulness

Mindfulness is the art of being aware. From your surroundings to your inner workings, it is important that we take in as much of the “now” as we can. Mindfulness promotes balance, and allows the headspace to make thoughtful decisions.Practicing meditation often facilitates the headspace for mindfulness. meditation does not have to be a “Full lotus positioned focus on the silence within.” but, a disciplined regiment, practiced consistently, to the point of organising and quieting our minds. This can take many forms from baking to boxing. Self DisciplineHumans are habit forming creatures; and self discipline is the art of using that disposition to our advantage. As a general rule: consistency promotes longevity. Regardless of how passionate we are about something it will never last until we make it a habit. In the beginning of a relationship, both partners are excited and optimistic about each other; but as time goes by, and the honeymoon fades, the relationships that last, hold on to being consistent with each other, if nothing else.

In this case, consistency is basically maintaining a healthy relationship with self. The first step to building consistency with anything is to maintain a standard.Personally, I may not want to work out every day; but, the self discipline to have a set bare minimum that is at least comfortably challenging ensures that I am consistent with my goals/standards. Being mindful of the energy input vs. output ratio is also important. If I’m not working out for days at a time; in alignment with my goals/standard, I will consume less energy. Maintaining a standard may also include prioritising your goals and minding who and what you let into the space between your goals and the quiet your mind needs.