Closing the Browsing Tabs of Your Brain

I feel like I have twenty browsing tabs open in my brain, none of which I can close down.

Sigh.

It reminds me of my teaching days where multitasking was required.

I seem to have lost the knack for it these days.

The good news is the state of multiple irons in the fire is also teaching me the benefit of meditation. I’ve realized how dependent I’ve become on outside sources to help me keep centered, something that isn’t very helpful in the middle of the night when I’m awake debating which type of heat pump we should get for the new house.

As much as I resist this practice, I’m seeing why I need it. I’d like to suggest that perhaps you might need it too. Here’s why.

First, the digital world we live in means we are constantly getting inundated with information and connections that aren’t in our direct reality. This means that our brains are fuller than ever, and often full with things we’d be better off without. Meditation can help “dump” the overload.

Second, we are living in a rapidly changing world. With outer conditions less stable and often unpredictable, being able to stay in the present moment and able to shift gears quickly is essential. Meditation helps us stay present – right here, right now – which is crucial when we need to make a quick adjustment.

Third, being able to find stillness keeps us healthier. By meditating regularly, we can improve our sleep and reduce our stress levels.

So, do you want to join me in making this a regular part of our life?

There are lots of tools out there to help. I shared in an earlier writing about the Calm app. I’d love to hear your favorite sources too!

And I’m still doing the daily walk if you want to join in. That is another way to meditate – staying fully present for your outside time daily.