Reaction vs Response meditation

<p>With self-awareness training, we can become aware of these automatic reactions that rule our lives and learn to put conscious effort into deciding for ourselves before we act. While technically a reaction, responding considers the desired outcome of the interaction.&nbsp;A reply may result in a positive or negative outcome, whereas a response is engineered to produce a positive or negative effect.</p> <p>The reaction&nbsp;is an emotional, subconscious decision made without consideration for the consequences, usually in haste.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The response&nbsp;is the conscious effort to take a step back (breath), review the situation (become aware and present),&nbsp;figure out the probable cause, and consider the available solutions.</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/effortlessmeditation/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/effortlessmeditation/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/effortlessmeditation/support</a>