Be More Present by Pausing, Listening, and Noticing the Sounds Around You With Our Planner
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This evening, or when you can get a moment of quiet, pause and listen. Really listen intently to your surroundings.
You’ll be amazed at how some of the most mundane and overlooked sounds can bring you such a sense of calm and grounding. So many of these sounds pass us by unnoticed on a daily basis.
This activity is a great exercise in being more present. Even if you can only try it for a few minutes in your day, you can still get a lot from it.
The planner below gives you some guidance and particular sounds to look for. You can get it using the link at the bottom of the article.
Identifying Sounds Worksheet
The planner encourages you to identify the following sounds:
- A sound from outside.
- A constant sound I rarely notice.
- A sound that I find calming.
- A sound from an everyday object or appliance that brings me comfort.
- A sound in the distance.
- A sound I hear randomly, not constantly.
Get the Worksheet Printable here.
Pausing and just listening can be a great way to start your day, finish your day, or take a break when you need one. The sounds you may hear, no matter how mundane, are a reminder of how, when you think about it, all we truly have is the present moment.
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