The Meaning of Connected Mindfulness

<p class="p1">Many people struggle with being in the present moment, or for me…I've struggled with the wondering squirrel brain! </p> <p class="p1">They’re told to just <strong><em>meditate</em></strong> and life will then be ‘great’. </p> <p class="p1">Although meditation is very positive and powerful, it’s not always easy, especially when you’re not used to it.</p> <p class="p1">Are there other forms of ‘meditation’ that can be powerful?</p> <p class="p1">What is mindfulness and how does this relate to meditation?</p> <p class="p1">These are questions I have wondered and have been studying for some time to fully understand. </p> <p class="p1">For each of us, it’s a continuous learning curve, however, I’ve created a few definitions and discoveries of my own.</p> <p class="p1"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>The main discovery is centered around connection and emotional management.</strong></span></p> <p class="p1">One of my ‘tag lines’ is, <em><strong><span style= "font-size: 14pt;">in order to connect, you must reflect.</span></strong></em><span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p1">This statement has varied meanings, but overall, it means connecting with yourself, then being able to connect with others.</p> <p class="p1">But in order to do so, you must reflect on how you’re showing up and who you are in all moments and situations.</p> <p class="p1">For me, this means being able to get clarity around connecting with myself and around understanding my emotions in all scenarios, first. Then responding.</p> <p class="p1">This isn't easy to do, but with practice, it can easier and more part of your routines. </p> <p class="p1">In today’s episode of THE GO REFLECT YOURSELF PODCAST we will explore connected mindfulness and what it means.</p> <p class="p1"><a href="http://www.goreflectyourself.com" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">The Go Reflect Yourself Podcast</a></p> <p class="p1">——-</p> <p class="p1">To truly have the life you want; the career, house, family, relationships, car, lifestyl