Podcast Summary
Exploring the relationship between thoughts and stress: Recognize the connection between thinking and stress, and practice bringing attention to the body to reduce stress and improve well-being.
Our thoughts and stress are closely linked, and we can learn techniques to soothe stressful thoughts and break unhealthy habit loops. During today's bonus meditation, led by Jess Morrie, we explored how to bring our attention from thinking to our body when faced with a stressful situation. Jess shared her personal experience of dealing with business failure and the resulting stress. By recognizing the relationship between thinking and stress, we can begin to respond to stressors in a healthier way. Try bringing your attention to your body and away from stressful thoughts when you notice them arising. This simple practice can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being. Join the 10% Happier podcast and app for more mindfulness techniques and guided meditations.
Focus on body during meditation for stress reduction: Paying attention to bodily sensations during meditation can reduce stress and improve overall well-being
Bringing your focus back to your body and the present moment can help reduce stress and anxiety. During meditation practice, pay attention to any sensations of tightness or tension in your body, accept and care for them, and notice how they change as you spend time with them. This practice can create a sense of calm and improve your overall well-being. Remember, it takes determination to bring your attention back to your body and away from thoughts, but the benefits are worth it. Stay tuned for our upcoming episode featuring Sharon Salzberg, where we will discuss the importance of self-love and self-compassion in improving relationships. Don't forget to fill out a short survey at Wondery.com/survey to tell us about yourself. Thank you for joining us, and have a great day!