Anam Thubten teaches relaxing the mind as a way of finding unconditional happiness. If you can change your mind, you can change a lot of things in your life.
A note from Sean
Many of our nervous systems run tight, so softening the body can help the mind relax and find more space. The resistance can be subtle, too: “I have to do ten things first.” Sometimes the practice is just dropping the resistance to simply being.
Try this today. Three times today, soften your belly, shoulders, face, and hands. Take one slow breath. Then notice whether the mind has any more room than it did a moment ago.
Keep going: 7 Mindfulness Exercises for Relaxation and A Thought Meditation Script.
This suits anyone who feels wound up. If slowing down brings up things you have been outrunning, go gently, and keep your eyes open if that helps. Stop when you need to.
