

Fit Soul Chapter 2 - The Breast Plate of Presence
Feb 28, 2021
Discover the transformative power of presence in daily life as the speaker contrasts distracted routines with mindful living. Learn about techniques like mindful breathing that serve as a protective 'breastplate' for emotional well-being. Explore a personal journey focused on meaningful interactions and the importance of embracing each moment with gratitude. This engaging discussion invites you to reconnect with yourself and foster deeper connections with those around you.
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The Importance of Presence
- Ben Greenfield discusses the importance of presence in daily life, even amidst busyness.
- He emphasizes being present in every moment, from microseconds to breaths, to live fully.
The Breastplate of Presence
- Ben Greenfield visualizes presence as a fragile glass breastplate, easily shattered but instantly reformable.
- He highlights the importance of awareness and the desire for restored presence.
Cultivating Presence with Breath
- Use your breath to cultivate presence: inhale charges it with light, exhale directs it.
- Visualizing this process helps focus attention even in chaotic situations.