Soft Fascination

Let’s all make a conscious effort this year to stop that endless mental chatter which most of the time gets us nowhere. Going over and over a particular social situation, making mental notes regarding the shopping, to do lists etc. etc.

A couple of times a day let’s consciously drop our shoulders, sigh and think to ourselves “let go”

Focus on activities that require focus but do not occupy the mind. These soft fascinations require less bandwidth and allow the mind to wander, explore, and reflect on the unresolved thoughts we had.

 Engaging with focus on simple activities, such as washing dishes, folding laundry, gardening, stroking the cat, dusting the cupboards, driving without music, walking the dog, looking at the cloud formations. gives our mind time and the freedom to wander, make communication and find solutions.

Disconnect from social media, be silent and focus on your immediate environment. Are the birds singing, is the washing flapping in the wind, is a tap dripping…just let’s focus on the immediate and try to prevent living in the past and future. Many I am sure have experienced a moment of clarity while in the shower or taking a walk. That’s soft fascination.

My personal favourite soft fascination activity at the moment is observing the stunningly beautiful varieties of roses in my neighbourhood and observing the amazing differences in tabby cat coat patterns.

When our brain is overloaded, let’s try one of these soft fascination activities and allow space for our minds to wander, I guarantee you will complete your activity feel recharged and less mentally encumbered.