Three tools for happy, healthy gatherings, by Meditative Story
Nov 24, 2021
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Practice RAIN technique for coping with loneliness during the holidays.
Use 'noting' technique to combat digital distractions and deepen connections with loved ones.
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Coping with Loneliness During the Holidays
During the holiday season, loneliness can be particularly challenging for those who don't have plans to be surrounded by loved ones. To address this, a technique called RAIN, developed by Tara Brach, offers a four-stage process: Recognize the loneliness without judgment, Allow the feelings to exist, Investigate the sensations and details of loneliness, and Note that the loneliness does not define your identity. By practicing RAIN, individuals can create space and find solace during potentially difficult moments of solitude.
Mindfully Detaching from Work During Thanksgiving
The holiday season offers a rare opportunity to step away from work and connect with loved ones, yet the impulse to check emails and social media can be overwhelming. To combat this, a mindfulness technique suggests verbally acknowledging the desire to engage with digital distractions by stating 'wanting' out loud. This practice of 'noting' helps bring awareness to automatic habits, allowing individuals to choose whether to continue these actions or let them go, fostering deeper connections and presence during holiday celebrations.
Many of us attempt to shift gears during the holidays, spend quality time with people we love, and refresh. But too often, we end up glued to our devices – catching up on work, avoiding complex people, or simply addicted to that screen.
In an episode from our sister podcast, Meditative Story, host Rohan Gunatillake shares three calming techniques to help you navigate tricky family dynamics, the challenges of disconnecting from work, and the loneliness that can arise at even the most joyful times of year.
Meditative Story combines immersive first-person stories and music with the science-backed benefits of mindfulness practice. The lessons are just as vital as the ones we explore in Masters of Scale. And you can find much more at meditativestory.com