"Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, and spend time with them. It will change your life." —Amy Poehler
June 2023
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by Loraine Alexander
Who we spend time with matters. Our daily habits are strongly influenced by the people we surround ourselves with. We don’t usually choose our friends for their positive lifestyle habits. However, this bit of information may get you thinking. Behavioral science shows that the five people we spend the most time with can affect our daily habits (for better or worse), a strong indicator of our happiness, health, and well-being.
Friends, family, and coworkers play a critical role in how we see ourselves, our life choices, and even life satisfaction. The bottom line is we naturally gravitate toward and repeat habits that are most familiar to us.
Time to raise the bar.
Similarly, mind-body practices like daily meditation can be a powerful positive influencer. Non-directive meditation sets the tone and helps us naturally navigate toward healthier lifestyle choices. This particular type of meditation activates six brain regions simultaneously (known as the default mode network). Accumulated stress releases from the body, and our innate inner wisdom emerges. We are less driven by others, more self-aware, and aligned with the needs of our body, mind, and spirit. This wisdom guides each choice while collectively defining a healthier lifestyle and a peaceful mind. Only then can we experience a state of flow and synchronicity.
Read time: 1 min 21 sec
Read the full article.
by Loraine Alexander
Who we spend time with matters. Our daily habits are strongly influenced by the people we surround ourselves with. We don’t usually choose our friends for their positive lifestyle habits. However, this bit of information may get you thinking. Behavioral science shows that the five people we spend the most time with can affect our daily habits (for better or worse), a strong indicator of our happiness, health, and well-being.
Friends, family, and coworkers play a critical role in how we see ourselves, our life choices, and even life satisfaction. The bottom line is we naturally gravitate toward and repeat habits that are most familiar to us.
Time to raise the bar.
Similarly, mind-body practices like daily meditation can be a powerful positive influencer. Non-directive meditation sets the tone and helps us naturally navigate toward healthier lifestyle choices. This particular type of meditation activates six brain regions simultaneously (known as the default mode network). Accumulated stress releases from the body, and our innate inner wisdom emerges. We are less driven by others, more self-aware, and aligned with the needs of our body, mind, and spirit. This wisdom guides each choice while collectively defining a healthier lifestyle and a peaceful mind. Only then can we experience a state of flow and synchronicity.
Go the distance.
Once we achieve balance, meditation becomes effortless and enjoyable. To explain this further, visualize the determination and dynamics of a flock of geese going the distance. Some individuals may find it difficult to hold the form of daily meditation practice. However, when you add other positive influencers like better food choices, sleep hygiene, exercise, yoga, gratitude, and positive thought, meditation becomes effortless because the supporting practices act much like a flock of geese in unison flight.
It all boils down to one simple yet critical question. Will you make choices that contribute to your wellness — or make choices that neglect it?
"Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, and spend time with them. It will change your life." —Amy Poehler
Once we achieve balance, meditation becomes effortless and enjoyable. To explain this further, visualize the determination and dynamics of a flock of geese going the distance. Some individuals may find it difficult to hold the form of daily meditation practice. However, when you add other positive influencers like better food choices, sleep hygiene, exercise, yoga, gratitude, and positive thought, meditation becomes effortless because the supporting practices act much like a flock of geese in unison flight.
It all boils down to one simple yet critical question. Will you make choices that contribute to your wellness — or make choices that neglect it?
"Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, and spend time with them. It will change your life." —Amy Poehler
DASA Meditation is an elegant, deeply effective non-directive technique taught since 1975.
Certified DASA instructors teach in the United States, Canada, and Japan.
Contact DASA Meditation to learn more.
Certified DASA instructors teach in the United States, Canada, and Japan.
Contact DASA Meditation to learn more.
About  | Lorraine Alexander was introduced to non-directive meditation at the age of 15. With over four decades of practice, she leads the annual DASA Teachers’ Training programs in California and Pennsylvania. In 2017, she developed and taught a replicating six-week course, Meditation for Pain Management for a CARF-accredited facility. In 2019, Lorraine completed advanced trauma and mindful resilience training through The Center for Mind-Body Medicine. She teaches meditation in Northern California. Contact: l.alexander@dasameditation,com #dasameditation #calm #meditation #superpower #sustainability |
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