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I don’t know if this is just a female thing, but my internal “clean, clear, declutter” lever mysteriously flips on every March. It feels so primordial, especially when I hear my girlfriends and sisters mention their own spring cleaning compulsions.
This year I have leaned into the calling with particular attention – intensity, even – because we are hosting my father-in-law’s 90th birthday party at our home a week from now. I’m using the opportunity as an inspiring motivator for long-needed fixes and refreshers.
As I sat for my meditation practice this morning, the home improvement and party planning to-do list thoughts streamed in. I wasn’t surprised, and I didn’t resist. My only job was to notice each distraction and return my attention to my chosen focal point – in this case, my breath – over and over (and over!) again.
I released each thought with a gentle “not now” and let it float downstream. In the process, I rinsed away mental detritus and sticky thought cobwebs. I stepped into my day with sparkling clarity on where to direct my energy, grateful for the clean slate that another day of life offers.
Interested in Buffing Up Your Mindfulness Meditation Tools As Part of Your Spring Cleaning?
My next 15-Day Meditation Refresh Program Starts on Wednesday, March 25.
We meet from 7-7:30 am ET in our audio-only Zoom room, with Saturdays and Sundays for your solo practice. A weekly summary email provides guidance and links to recorded meditations to support your solo sessions.
I’d love to welcome you to our beautiful community of morning meditators. All skill levels are welcome!
