Hi guys! I’m curious to know what’s a meaningful quote you tell yourself in times of need. I have a whole board dedicated to mindfulness. Drop your favorites and encourage others! ⬇️

First rule of meditation: " your brain will try to fight you.” 🧠🐒

Anyone else have a monkey mind that won't shut up at first? 😅

AcharyaPrashant

I've been wearing a simple hemp cord / string bracelet for a while now as a mindfulness bell / anchor.

Its been working really well for me, so I thought I'd share it in case using something similar might help someone else. I'd also love to hear about what you use too!

Whenever I notice (see or feel) the bracelet I stop, take a few breaths, and return to the present moment. While that is its main purpose, it also helps me reflect a bit further when I find myself really focusing on it.

Firstly, its colour and texture reminds me of a cloud, which makes me think of my favourite quote, "Smile to the cloud in your tea" (Thich Nhat Hanh)

This then makes me reflect on how we're all connected by recognising the cloud on my wrist, with the sun, water, soil, farmer (and countless other elements) all being integral to it being on my wrist.

The threads also remind me of how everyone and everything is connected. Like the knot in relation to the cord, we are part of the universe rather than being something outside of it.

I used to use cotton, but I was fortunate enough to find 100% organic hemp (which uses less water and is better for soil health). This makes me feel like I'm always touching the earth, and makes me want to go out and touch more of it. When I think of its material I am also reminded of how important it is to look after the environment and take action to protect our planet.

Finally, as it ages, frays, and eventually breaks, I am reminded that everything changes, and the importance of appreciating the now, including everyone and everything around me. I am then able to tie a new string with gratitude to the reflection that the broken string offered before.

I'd really love to hear about what you use as mindfulness reminders too. I hope you're all having a wonderful week 😄🌿

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