Doing Things Slowly | by Madisyn Taylor Life can often feel like it's zipping by in fast forward. We feel obliged to accelerate our own speed along with it, until our productivity turns into frenzied accomplishment. We find ourselves cramming as much activity as possible into the shortest periods of time. We disregard our natural rhythms because it seems we have to just to keep up. In truth, rushing never gets you anywhere but on to the next activity or goal. Slowing down allows you to not only savor your experiences, but also it allows you to fully focus your attention and energy on the task at hand. Moving at a slower pace lets you get things done more efficiently, while rushing diminishes the quality of your work and your relationships. Slowing down also lets you be more mindful, deliberate, and fully present. When we slow down, we are giving ourselves the opportunity to reacquaint ourselves to our natural rhythms. We let go of the "fast forward" stress, and allow our bodies to remain centered and grounded. Slowing down is inherent to fully savoring anything in life. Rushing to take a bath can feel like an uncomfortable dunk in hot water, while taking a slow hot bath can be luxuriant and relaxing. A student cramming for a test will often feel tired and unsure, whereas someone who really absorbs the information will be more confident and relaxed. Cooking, eating, reading, and writing can become pleasurable when done slowly. Slowing down lets you become more absorbed in whatever it is you are doing. The food you eat tastes better, and the stories you read become more alive. Slowing down allows you to disconnect from the frenzied pace buzzing around you so you can begin moving at your own pace. The moments we choose to live in fast forward motion then become a conscious choice rather than an involuntary action. Learning to slow down in our fast-moving world can take practice, but if you slow down long enough to try it, you may surprise yourself with how natural and organic living at this pace can be. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Dr. Carolyn George & Meeka Anne Brilliance! The word implies a brain loaded with creativity, ideas, and action. We think nothing of spending time building our bodies into shape, but what about our brain? Our brain has the capacity to illuminate our highest potential. However, current day-to-day living for most people is spinning out of control. Stress, information overload, noise pollution, toxic chemicals, and gloomy news reports are overwhelming our brains and weighing us down, causing many of us to drag through our days feeling foggy and drained. In our attempt to manage our hectic lifestyles, we tend to survive on fast and easy processed foods and deprive ourselves of the sleep required to regenerate our brain. This brain-boosting course is the perfect blend of yin and yang--all the knowledge of modern medicine and ancient wisdom rolled into one powerful package. You will learn the principles of what we call Brain Yoga--essentially how to bend your brain into brilliance by using nutrition, supplements and consciousness exercises (including chanting, breathing, chakra cleansing, meditation and ritual). We will cover all the basics, then delve into the powerful force of collective consciousness awakening and your personal energy (known as chi). Our brain awakening techniques will almost magically blast your brain fog away while awakening and unleashing your inner power. Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. Unleash the Goddess Within 2. Reinvent Your Self-Image 3. Fit and Fierce Over 40 4. 21 Days to Phenomenal Abdominals 5. 21 Day Plant-Based Plan for a Lighter, Happier YOU! 6. How To Write Your First Book 7. Overcoming Body Stiffness 8. From Codependent to Independent 9. How to Communicate Like a Buddhist 10. Conscious Parenting
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