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Redirecting Awareness

Redirecting Awareness

  • What it is: Shifting your focus away from overwhelming or negative thoughts by grounding yourself in the present moment, especially through physical sensations.
  • Why it matters: Anxiety and emotional overwhelm can dominate our mental state. Redirecting awareness helps to break free from this cycle.
  • How to practice: Focus on a specific physical sensation, such as the feeling of your feet touching the ground.

Use this as a grounding tool to stay present.

Awareness is like a flashlight; where we point it determines what we see.

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Vinny Ferraro discusses three Buddhist practices designed to help individuals "get their sh*t together." These practices focus on mindfulness, emotional regulation, and cultivating wisdom to live a more intentional and peaceful life.

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