Moving Meditation: How to Achieve Mindfulness Through Swimming
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“Nowhere can man find a quieter or more
untroubled retreat than in his own soul”-Marcus Aurelius
Since life can sometimes be so intense, you
need to create time to relax and let go of the worry, anxiety, and stresses of
everyday life. This way, you will experience a deep level of tranquil that is
always overshadowed by your emotions.
By taking the time to remain calm and
freeing your mind of the noises in the background, you will achieve an almost
supernatural state of mindfulness. As you master the principle of ‘letting go
and letting be,' a new sense of self-awareness will come to life within you. And
as confirmed by a recent study by Carnegie Mellon University, mindfulness will
also help you alleviate certain mental and physical health issues.
The goal of mindfulness is to master the
art of remaining calm in the storm. And there's no better place to gain this
mastery than in the depths of the water.
Can
You Meditate While Swimming?
Many professional swimming teams have today
incorporated meditation into their swimming routines. This has resulted in
better individual and team performances.
As swimmers focus more on being completely
present in the water and less on winning, they begin to master the art of
maintaining balance...
Source: PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement - Category: Consumer Health News Authors: David Cappetto Tags: featured health and fitness psychology self-improvement meditation moving meditation pickthebrain self improvement Source Type: blogs
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