Beyond the Sit: Integrating Practice into Daily Life

In this episode, I talk about the living, breathing relationship between formal and informal practice. I share what it means to sit down on purpose — to pause — and also how practice continues in the way we wash dishes, talk to strangers, or navigate hard days. This isn’t about doing it all perfectly. It’s about showing up with attention and care, again and again. I also reflect on a moment when I realized I was being held by my practice in the middle of a very human moment — not on the cushion, but in the kitchen. This is an invitation to remember: how we live is how we practice, and we’re always in the middle of it.⏱️ Timestamp Breakdown:0:00 – Opening: “This is a practice”1:20 – Defining formal vs. informal practice3:40 – The magic of formal structure and the trap of perfectionism6:10 – Informal practice: walking, working, living7:50 – A moment of integration in the kitchen10:30 – What holds us when things fall apart?12:10 – Returning to practice not as escape, but as connection14:00 – A closing invitation to let all of life be practiceShare Your ThoughtsWhat’s one everyday moment that recently felt like practice to you?When has your practice supported you in an unexpected way?Follow me on all the socials* Substack* Website* Instagram* Facebook* YouTubeKnow someone who could benefit from this practice?Got questions about meditation? Join the conversation This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sitwalkwork.substack.com