Grasping All Things: Attention as Power Shaping Your Inner World

In this episode of Sit Walk Work, we explore the art of open awareness meditation, shifting from broad attention to focused mindfulness. I guide you through steps to tune into your body, observe your breath, and create moments of inner peace amidst life’s flux. Together, we reflect on the power of attention, gratitude, and the impermanence of our experiences. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned meditator, this practice invites curiosity, patience, and self-discovery.(00:00:00) – Introduction to Open Awareness: What it is and why it’s transformative.(00:00:34) – Establishing Posture: Creating a steady, comfortable foundation for practice.(00:03:13) – Turning Inward: Using your attention as a tool for self-awareness.(00:07:54) – Managing Doubts: A gentle reminder to embrace the process without judgment.(00:12:13) – Body Awareness: Tuning into sensations and physical presence.(00:17:45) – Breath as Anchor: Observing the cycles of the breath and impermanence.(00:22:41) – Emotions and Resilience: Sitting with discomfort and letting it pass.(00:27:05) – Gratitude Reflection: Acknowledging the conditions that support our practice.(00:30:29) – Concluding Practice: Reconnecting with the external world and applying mindfulness.Thanks for reading Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. 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