A guide to meditation · Hearth Light Hall

A guide to meditation

Hey everyone!

I thought I would share my daily meditation practice.

So many people give up on meditation because they think they have to force themselves into a strict 5:00 AM morning routine.

For me? It’s all about finding a time that actually works for my lifestyle.

My Daily Routine:

The Time: Either right after work (to transition out of "work mode", I work from home so need to switch off) or right before bed (to clear my brain for sleep).
The Length: 10-15 minutes a day minimum.
The Goal: Washing off the day's stress and hitting the reset button.

How I actually do it:

I find a quiet spot, change out of work clothes, and find a guided meditation on Insight Timer or YouTube. The guided meditation was crucial in the beginning as I found it hard not to let my mind drift. Now I can set a timer for 10-15 minutes and pop some nice relaxing music on.
I close my eyes and focus on my breathing. I take 3 nice, deep breaths which is my signal to my body to relax.
If my mind starts looping about work emails or tomorrow's to-do list, I don't fight it. I acknowledge the thought, let it go, and bring my focus back to my breath.

The key is to find the slot in your day where you need a mental reset the most. Whether that is 5 minutes or 15 minutes, the best time to meditate is the time you’ll actually stick to.

Drop a comment below: Are you a morning person or an evening person? Let me know when you're going to try your next session! 👇

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A guide to meditation