MM 20 Reflection: 21 Day Mindfulness Challenge (Day 12-Mindfully Examining Your Intentions)

Summary: Welcome to Day Two of 21-Day Mindfulness Challenge. Please go back to Day One if you are just starting. **Please also see Mindfulness Meditation Four (Mindful Focus Meditation). ** What to expect? Mindful Intent Today’s focus will be on your intentions. We all act with an intended purpose, yet we are often unaware what our true intentions are. For example, if you yell at your spouse for neglecting to take out the trash, the intention for yelling may not be as clear as you first think. With some mindful observation, you may find your true intent was to hurt him in an attempt to make yourself feel better. Or perhaps, you think if you yell at him he will never forget to take it out again. Or maybe, you are frustrated with him for other reasons and the trash incident was just a chance to express some built up frustration. Being mindful of your true intent can lead to more effective ways of handling situations or shed light on issues you have been trying to bury. In addition to observing your intent after an action, be mindful of your intent before you speak or act today. Ask yourself “What is my intention?” before making any decision. This can be as simple as deciding where to eat for lunch or an email you are sending to a coworker. This approach will often lead to more effective decision-making and interactions with others. For weekly blog, additional meditations, & free trainings go to www.mymbse.com For more resources check out: FREE Mindset Makeover Training: www.mymbse.com/pages/free-trainings Mindset Makeover 10 Day Challenge: www.mymbse.com/store/mCkS3AYc Mindful Book Collections: Mindfulness Guide (3 Mindful Books in 1)-Complete Guide to Happiness & Peace in Every Moment: www.amazon.com/dp/B0744LX99S Beginner’s Guide to Mindfulness in a World of Chaos: amzn.to/2BLXVCQ Mindful Mornings: Daily Reflections and Meditations to Start Your Day Off Right: www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y3C2556 30 Day Mindfulness Challenge: Step-By-Step Guide to Living a Stress-Free & Happy Life: amzn.to/2Bz7jav