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Jan 11, 2025 - 7 Ways to Foster Your Shoshin (Beginner’s Mind) & Get Better at the Things You Love
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Daily Motivation
January 11, 2025
TODAY'S MOTIVATIONAL MESSAGE
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Every day, you will face a few difficult moments that throw you off balance. The unpleasant thoughts and emotions will pass through more quickly if you stop attaching yourself to those... Continue Reading
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7 Ways to Foster Your Shoshin (Beginner’s Mind) & Get Better at the Things You Love
With the start of a new year, most of us are trying our best to ensure that we unleash our best selves.
We are in the process of learning new things and unlearning old habits that might have held us back in the previous year.
Unfortunately, many of us unknowingly think we know it all. And that gets in the way of our ability to learn new things and be better versions of ourselves or improve in various aspects of our lives.
Embracing the Japanese concept of Shoshin can help us understand that we don't know everything and we need to open up to the potential of learning new things…
Your Ultimate Mindfulness Guide: Becoming More Happy and Less Stressed
Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Are you struggling to live in the moment?
Sadly, this is becoming many people’s norms. And this probably isn’t a huge surprise; The modern world we live in tends to overstimulate our minds and tug at our attention—more than any other time in history (thanks technology!). But this doesn’t mean we can’t gain back control.
Enter: Mindfulness.
Jon Kabat-Zinn, the founder of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), states that,
“Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally.”
One Positive Action
Compliment a Stranger
Giving a stranger a compliment might feel a little scary, but it’s one of those tiny acts that can ripple out in surprising ways. Think about it: when someone compliments you, even on something as simple as your shoes, it sticks. It’s not just about the words; it’s about the fact that someone noticed you. That moment of connection can shift your whole day, and you have the power to pass that same feeling on to someone else.
It doesn’t have to be profound or overthought. A quick “Hey, great jacket,” or “Your smile is contagious” is enough. People light up when they feel seen, and honestly, it feels just as good to give the compliment as it does to receive one. It’s like creating a little spark of positivity in a world that can feel too busy or disconnected most of the time.
And sure, it might feel a bit weird at first, like, what if they think you’re strange? Spoiler: they won’t. Most people are caught off guard by kindness in the best way. And even if they don’t know how to respond, you’ve still put something good out there. You’ve reminded them that someone noticed, and that can mean more than you realize.
So next time you’re out in the world, try it. Compliment their vibe, style, or penchant for empathy. It’s such a simple way to remind someone that there’s still a lot of good floating around out here.
So get out of your shell, and drop a compliment, you magnificent soul, you!
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Today's Affirmation
I bring mindfulness to everything I do. I am cultivating my awareness. I am experiencing a profound shift in perception. I am stepping into a much greater… Continue Reading
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