LeBron James, Derek Jeter, Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh are all successful athletes who have discussed the value of meditation to assist them in their performance during the game.
But why should you try a walking meditation? We’ve got three great reasons!
- It Clears Out Mental Fog.
Taking a walk outside interrupts the monotony of the day, breaks cyclical thinking and helps you balance your perspective. - It Strengthens Your Focus
Meditation helps train your mind and let unhelpful thoughts pass by without the gravity to pull you into feelings of overwhelm and stress. - It Helps You Stay Present
When you walk, you can let the worries of the day fade away for a moment. Meditation teaches us to let go of the judgement we usually carry in our own minds and to practice self compassion and curiosity.
We’ve created a calming new playlist for you to use as you walk. Check it out below!
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