5 tips to practice being present
Who doesn’t know the feeling of the weeks passing by like the wind? We are living in a very fast-paced lifestyle and things around us are moving fast, potentially missing out on very important things around us.
If we’re too busy moving onto the next thing, we can never stop and focus on what’s happening right in front of us. By making space for what really matters, we can feel more full by appreciating what’s going on right in front of us. The key to doing this is to slow down. Here are 5 tips on how to start.
Focus on Your Breath
Pay more attention during the day to how you breathe and notice your inhale and exhale. You’ll be amazed at how this can create a pause in everything you do and bring calmness to your mind and body. Read about the 4-7-8 breathing technique that you can do to practice.
Take in Your Surroundings
When you’re rushing to get to the next thing, open your eyes to what’s in front of you. Maybe you’ll see a new opportunity waiting to be explored or see your projects from a different perspective.
Simplify Your To-Do List
Assess what you’re spending your time on. Can you combine any of your tasks to make them more efficient? Or can you remove a couple of things from the list that doesn’t need your attention and can wait?
Accept Your Limitations
Sometimes you won’t be able to get it all done, and that’s okay. Sometimes life gets in the way, and we can’t do everything. Don’t beat yourself up for this.
Be Mindful
Rather than overthink the past or try to predict the future, focus your attention on the present so you can experience a fuller life.
Remember, to slow down, breathe and take one thing at a time. You’ll be surprised and delighted by how much you still get done, and how much better it all feels.
Hi! I'm Sara, the founder of Withsara. I have been a fitness group instructor, Barre teacher and Yoga teacher for over 10 years. I am also a certified Nutritional Health Coach from IIN in New York, USA.
After giving birth to my two beautiful daughters, I have had to build up my body twice after my pregnancies. With my experience, I have created a workout that is a great combination of low impact, functional movement, pilates, barre, and yoga. It builds up deep core strength, creates sustainable and lasting change, relieves physical tension and mental stress, and gives you an overall healthier and happier body.
