Release Expectations and Cherish the Journey

Welcome to MindfulMornings! This week you’ll learn about

• Embracing Non-Attachment/Non-Greed (Aparigraha)

• Focusing on the Journey, Not Just the Destination

Here are 2 quotes, 2 tips, and 1 question to help you build healthy habits this week.

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2 Quotes

1. "Greed is not a financial issue. It’s a heart issue." – Andy Stanley

    

2. "Life is easy, life is delightful. It’s only hard on your illusions, your ambitions, your greed, your cravings." – Anthony de Mello

2 Tips

1) Embrace Non-Attachment/Non-Greed (Aparigraha)

Why It’s Important:

Aparigraha (non-attachment), is a principle from yoga philosophy (Yama) that encourages us to let go of our desire for more and focus on the present. It's easy to always want more—more clothes, more achievements, more money. This constant craving can make us stressed and unhappy. Aparigraha teaches us to embrace simplicity and be content with what we have. This shift can reduce stress and help us feel more peaceful and grateful.

How to practice Aparigraha through journaling:

1. In your journal, at the start of the week write down what Aparigraha (non-attachment/greed) means to you. Try to write this in your own words and make it personal. This helps with remembering it. You can learn more about Aparigraha here: Aparigraha - practicing non-attachment

    

2. As you go about your day, take brief notes on your phone or a notepad. Identify moments when you are generous as well as when you could have been less greedy/more generous.

    

3. Each morning, refer back to your notes from the previous day and reflect on how well you aligned with the ideals of Aparigraha.

    

4. Write down one thing you will try to do today to live up to Aparigraha. This could be as simple as donating a can of food or being generous with your time.

    

5. At the end of the week look back on your progress. You may decide to continue focusing on Aparigraha for another week or possibly look to focus on a different Yama. You can find links to information about all of the Yamas in our Complete Yogi Morning Routine for Mind and Body.

Want to learn more? Dive deeper into these principles and try reading - The Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice* - by Deborah Adele.

2) Focus on the Journey, Not Just the Destination

Why:

Starting your morning with the right mindset can transform your entire day! One powerful mindfulness practice is focusing on your actions rather than their outcomes. This idea, inspired by the Bhagavad Gita, encourages us to perform tasks without getting too attached to the results.

When we're driven by specific expectations, it often leads to stress and disappointment. But by shifting our attention to the present moment and the task at hand, we can:

• Reduce anxiety about the future

• Cultivate a more mindful approach to life

• Find joy in the process, not just the end goal

It's a great way to boost emotional well-being and lower stress levels.

Here are some simple steps to help you focus on the action, not just the outcome:

1. Start with awareness: Pick a morning task you often associate with a particular result. Maybe it's making breakfast with the goal of perfect nutrition, or exercising to achieve specific fitness goals.
    

2. Divide your chosen task into simple steps. For breakfast, you might focus on:

   • Selecting ingredients

   • Preparing each item

   • Enjoying eating the end result

      

3. Fully engage with what you're doing. Notice the smells, sounds, textures, and tastes involved. This helps anchor you in the present moment.
    

4. Use a simple phrase or mantra whenever you notice your attention drifting. While preparing your meal, try gently reminding yourself: "I am present in this process."

    

5. After you're done, take a few minutes to think about the experience. What did you enjoy? How did it feel to focus on the process rather than the result?

By practicing these steps, you'll gradually build a habit of mindfulness/bringing yourself to the present that can positively impact your whole day.

1 Question

This week we have a three-part question for you.

• What does 'enough' mean to you?

• How can recognizing when you have enough help you live a more balanced and contented life?

• How can you incorporate the principle of 'enough' into your daily life?

Thanks for reading! We hope you enjoy your week.

With gratitude,

MindfulMornings

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