Ten Breaths, the Power of Intention, and a Prescription for a Good Life
Published December 2, 2024
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I hope the next 24’ish breaths are the most nourishing of your day.
4 THOUGHTS
1. The Power of Intention
“Intention plays an important role in each moment of consciousness: it determines the objects of subsequent moments of consciousness. The stronger our intention to attend to a particular object, the more moments of attention will subsequently be focused on that object.”
Although this was discussing meditation, it applies perfectly to life in general. When we intend to be good people, or intend to live more joyfully, or intend to be more caring and compassionate, then “more moments of attention will subsequently be focused” on cultivating these qualities, and they’ll gradually become part of who we are 👏
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P.S. If you’re a breath or meditation coach, this is a powerful tool. Helping people clarify their intentions can motivate them to practice. So, rather than focusing solely on results, you focus on intention, and the outcomes take care of themselves.
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