The meditation game is the ultimate way to quiet the mind. Why would you want to quiet the mind? Well, let’s see.
That’s a lot of noodles.
Kitty, kitty, kitty. Just be friends.
We don’t talk about Bruno-no-no-no…IT WAS OUR WEDDING DAY!
I really love teaching meditation and sharing tips and techniques. Fo sho. Cow. Mooooo. [my coffee mug has a cow on it.] That’s cool.
Those are random thoughts I’ve had to stop just while writing this blog [Seriously, brain?].
This is your brain. This is your brain just being…well, chatty. Any questions?
As you can see, even as someone who meditates regularly, I still struggle with mental chatter. I created the Happy Easier Meditation Game to help quiet the mind since it’s easier to be happy with a quiet mind than a busy chaotic brain.
The directions are super easy, but the game is challenging. So, let’s play.
The Setting of the Meditation Game
Anywhere, anytime, while doing anything. Your eyes do not have to be closed, so the sky’s the limit. You can play while cleaning, walking, showering, pooping [seriously, brain?], or just sitting at your desk.
Players
This game teaches you that you are not your mind. Therefore, there are two players: you and your mind.
How to Play the Meditation Game
- Breathe Deeply: Take a full deep breath in through your nose, allowing the breath to fill your abdomen. Now slowly and fully exhale the air from your mouth.
- Count: At the end of the exhale, mentally count to one.
- Repeat: Take another full deep breath in through your nose, allowing the breath to fill your abdomen. Again, slowly exhale through your mouth. At the end of the exhale, mentally count to two.
- Continue: Repeat these steps, counting each breath at the end of the exhalation cycle.
- Restart if Distracted: If your mind distracts you from the inhale, exhale, and count cycle, start over and return the count to one. If you successfully stop a thought within a second and redirect back to your breathing, you do not have to restart the count. However, if the thought that pops into your mind doesn’t get stopped immediately [within one second], then you must restart.
Object of the Meditation Game
The object of the game is to continuously beat your own high score while also discovering you are separate from the mind. You sit in the seat of consciousness, not your mind. You have the power to control your thoughts, and this game helps put you back in the driver’s seat of happiness.
The Winner
The winner is always you. Even if your mind is acting like a complete diva, playing the game and getting to the number three before continuously having to restart is better than doing nothing. Add an affirmation before the restart if needed, such as: “I am ready to start over and treat myself better.”
Why Play?
All it takes is one negative thought to downward spiral into multiple negative thoughts, but this game allows you to take control and redirect your mind. This is how you live a happy life.
This game benefits your overall well-being. By simply playing, you can reduce anxiety and stress, lower blood pressure, reduce your heart rate, boost happiness, improve your thoughts, and change your life for the better.
Key Benefits of Playing:
- Reduce Anxiety and Stress: Focusing on your breath helps calm your mind and reduce anxiety.
- Lower Blood Pressure: Deep, mindful breathing can help lower your blood pressure.
- Reduce Heart Rate: Calming your mind can also slow your heart rate.
- Boost Happiness: Redirecting your thoughts to more positive ones can increase your overall happiness.
- Improve Thought Control: Practicing mindfulness helps you gain better control over your thoughts.
- Enhance Well-Being: Overall, this practice contributes to better mental and physical health.
Additional Tips:
- Find Your Optimal Time: Play the game during a time that works best for you. My favorite is during my morning commute.
- Stay Patient: It’s normal for the mind to wander. The goal is to gently bring it back without frustration.
- Consistency is Key: The more you play, the better you’ll get at quieting your mind.
Good luck and let the games begin. The Happy Easier Meditation Game is not just a challenge, but a journey towards a calmer, more mindful you. Enjoy the process and watch as your ability to control your thoughts improves, bringing more peace and positivity into your life.
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