These days it’s challenging to know how to stay calm in the chaos. These are uncertain and chaotic times in the U.S. and globally. The creation of chaos is an age-old tactic used for distraction. While you’re busy reacting to the chaos, you may miss what comes next.
In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity. –Sun Tzu
Become intent on letting the chaos be your opportunity rather than an opportunity for your adversary. A calm, centered approach for how to stay calm, grounded in kindness, is required in order to stand up for what you truly believe and make long term progress. Crisis is an opportunity to deepen the practices that support you best in relating with your own sensations, feelings and thoughts most skillfully.
We can meet chaos or crisis skillfully by acknowledging what is here (acceptance of what is) and then asking ourselves, “Now what?” Our next step is to use wisdom and discernment to determine whether wise action is necessary. This resilient mindset increases inner strength and resilience.
When we relate skillfully with our own sensations, feelings and thoughts, we are better able to take wise action. What practice can you do today, the next day and the day after that help you connect with how to stay calm, heal and awaken your body, heart and mind, and connect you most deeply with your own inner wisdom and wise action?
Warmly,
Jen
Contact Jen to learn more about her mindfulness coaching and online courses.