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new year, same you (hopeful)

Both Are True • 192 implied HN points • 01 Jan 26
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Mindfulness
  1. The words you use about yourself matter — speaking from love instead of self-attack changes how you feel and act.
  2. Acceptance comes before real change — when you truly accept yourself, criticism loses its power and growth becomes possible.
  3. You don't need flashy resolutions to start the year right — being alive and treating yourself with grace is already enough.

Overcome OCD With Walking Sensory Meditation

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1397 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Overcoming OCD can be aided by a walking sensory meditation that focuses on physical sensations and external stimuli, helping to balance analytical thinking.
  2. OCD involves complex neurobiological aspects like increased dopamine input, decreased activity in the salience network, and decreased responsiveness to punishment.
  3. Practices like walking sensory meditation can help address the sensory-cognitive balance in the brain, similar to how exercise improves cerebellar functions.

It's Okay to Not be Okay

Are You Okay? • 1897 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Before setting New Year's resolutions, consider what is realistic and sustainable for you.
  2. Health is not just about physical aspects like weight; it encompasses awareness, acceptance, and agency over one's well-being.
  3. Prioritize the four non-negotiables for health: sleep, talk, eat, and move.

The voice that isn't yours

The Stoic Journal • 76 implied HN points • 29 Jan 26
📖 Philosophy Mindfulness
  1. Small humiliations feel huge when you zoom in too close, so step back to stop tiny things from taking over your whole day.
  2. Use a long-term or cosmic perspective — our planet and lives are very small and most worries won’t matter in the big picture.
  3. After you zoom out, return to the problem and you’ll often find it fits in your hand and is much more manageable.
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The thing you're clinging to

The Stoic Journal • 96 implied HN points • 21 Jan 26
📖 Philosophy Mindfulness
  1. Nothing you love is truly yours. Everything you have was given for a time and can be taken away.
  2. Clinging tightly won’t stop loss and only keeps you from receiving what’s next.
  3. Practice holding things lightly so you can stay present and love new gifts; your ability to love is the only thing that truly belongs to you.

Five Advanced Meditation Techniques (also, drugs)

Superb Owl • 4396 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Experimenting with different meditation techniques can help if you're feeling stuck. Trying new methods like kasina or mirror gazing can bring fresh perspectives and experiences.
  2. Pain can be a powerful focus during meditation. Instead of avoiding discomfort, you can lean into it to gain better awareness and understanding of your sensations.
  3. Using substances like cannabis or psychedelics may enhance meditation experiences, but it's important to be cautious and not become overly dependent on them.

the only thing the spiral wants is...

Both Are True • 118 implied HN points • 09 Jan 26
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. A spiral is self-perpetuating: it grabs any detail and keeps spinning regardless of whether the problem is real.
  2. Noticing the spiral — calling it out or shifting into a calmer “noodle” — can slow it down, and awareness, however annoying, actually helps.
  3. Small real actions and sharing your work lead to real outcomes and connections, while the spiral tends to ignore wins and amplify imagined failures, often harming relationships.

Spot it? Need it.

Seven Senses • 339 implied HN points • 08 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. When we notice something annoying in others, it often reflects what we dislike in ourselves. This can help us understand our own behaviors better.
  2. Our strong feelings toward certain traits in others could actually be hints of what we need more of in our own lives. We might need to embrace those traits instead of judging them.
  3. We often think in extremes, but finding a balance is key. Accepting both positive and negative traits can lead to healthier boundaries and a happier life.

Glow Mama!

Glow Mama • 59 implied HN points • 21 Aug 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Make time for yourself, even if it's just 15 minutes a day. Simple acts like reading or taking a walk can refresh you and prevent burnout.
  2. Start with small, realistic goals to make positive changes in your life. Tiny steps like drinking more water or doing some quick stretches can add up over time.
  3. Sneak movement into your daily routine whenever you can. You don't need a formal workout—simple activities like dancing or doing squats while doing chores can keep you active.

Screenless Sunday

Seven Senses • 599 implied HN points • 06 Apr 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Taking a break from screens can help bring balance to our lives. Spending 24 hours without phones or TVs allows us to reconnect with ourselves and the world around us.
  2. Using our phones less can reduce anxiety and improve mental health. It's easy to grab our phones to fill moments of boredom, but it can take us away from enjoying real-life experiences.
  3. Mindfulness is key to finding balance with technology. By being intentional about screen time and engaging fully with what's happening around us, we can enjoy the benefits of both the digital world and our everyday lives.

The mantra issue

Subtle Maneuvers • 1827 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Mindfulness
  1. Consider trying to incorporate a mantra into your creative practice.
  2. Don't be afraid to explore new ideas, even if they seem unconventional at first.
  3. Finding inspiration from unexpected sources can help break down resistance to new practices.

serenity

Poems, Short stories and other things.. • 58 implied HN points • 23 Jan 26
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Sometimes not asking the question or opening a door is a deliberate act of self-care, not avoidance.
  2. You can change your priorities to protect your sanity, and stepping back doesn't mean you've given up.
  3. Let moments move through you without letting them take pieces of who you are, keeping your sense of self intact.

Where is the I That Suffers?

The Trick Revealed • 726 implied HN points • 03 Aug 25
📖 Philosophy Mindfulness
  1. The source of suffering can be found in physical sensations or emotions, like pain in the chest or feelings of regret. It's important to truly consider where our suffering resides.
  2. Instead of running away from feelings, we should confront them and understand that the past and future do not exist. Focusing on the present is crucial.
  3. When we experience suffering, it's vital to ask ourselves if we're trying to escape from it or if we're simply avoiding the truth of our own emotions.

A trick to dissolve social anxiety: close your eyes

Defender’s corner • 339 implied HN points • 09 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Closing your eyes in the middle of a conversation can help dissolve social anxiety by allowing you to focus on your thoughts without distractions.
  2. Others may not notice you closing your eyes to manage social anxiety, even though it may feel weird to you.
  3. Using the technique of closing your eyes can help you form your thoughts clearly and navigate through moments of social anxiety effectively.

New Years Eve

That Damn Optimist • 116 implied HN points • 01 Jan 26
🎭️ Culture Mindfulness
  1. There’s a strong urge to use the New Year as a time for strict planning and measurable self-improvement.
  2. Small, unproductive pleasures—dancing, writing a poem, taking a nap, calling a loved one—feel just as meaningful as optimizing life metrics.
  3. Choosing to celebrate a day’s plain unspecialness instead of treating it as sacred can free you from pressure and reshape how you approach the year.

Be It Resolved!

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 2156 implied HN points • 31 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Mindfulness
  1. Make time to appreciate the beautiful things around you every day. It can really lift your spirits and change your perspective.
  2. Focus on writing more deeply and ambitiously. Challenge yourself to explore new forms of writing you haven't tried before.
  3. Invest in your friendships by regularly reaching out and making plans. Being a good friend can bring joy to both you and those you care about.

Complaining Is The Mind Killer

Investing 101 • 142 implied HN points • 06 Dec 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Complaining can be harmful to your mind and can lead to stress and anxiety. It's important to focus on positive thoughts instead.
  2. Preparing for the worst while expecting the best can help rewire your brain. Facing problems with a positive attitude allows you to find solutions instead of dwelling on negatives.
  3. You are both the doer and the critic in your life. Instead of letting the critic's negativity take over, focus on your achievements and move forward positively.

on self-trust

Mind Mine • 1493 implied HN points • 12 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Self-trust helps you understand yourself better through a cyclical relationship of knowing and trusting.
  2. Outsourcing decisions can lead to resentment and a loss of self-confidence in decision-making.
  3. Make decisions based on your own inner knowing and trust, as only you truly understand yourself.

Cosmic impostor syndrome

Sasha's 'Newsletter' • 2627 implied HN points • 23 Oct 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Meditation can make you happier and more relaxed, but the journey has ups and downs. You might go through weird phases where your self-esteem feels all mixed up.
  2. Cosmic impostor syndrome is when you realize you're not in full control of your life and self-esteem doesn't make sense anymore. It can feel awkward when you stop taking all the credit for your accomplishments.
  3. Praise can start to feel less personal and more like a comment on something outside of you, like the weather. Relationships that matter to you become the main source of self-affirmation.

S.A.C.R.E.D. Mindset

Blackbird Spyplane • 1658 implied HN points • 03 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. The S.A.C.R.E.D. Mindset encourages saving annoying creatures and respecting earthly divinity.
  2. Taking a moment to save an annoying creature feels much better than killing it.
  3. Practicing the S.A.C.R.E.D. Mindset involves making small gestures to show kindness towards all creatures.

The Joy of Navigating by Foot

Human Programming • 77 implied HN points • 15 Jan 26
🏝 Travel Mindfulness
  1. Navigating without digital aids can feel surprisingly freeing and draws you fully into the present, turning a simple task into a calm, engaging challenge.
  2. Physical challenges that demand full attention—like running on uneven, technical terrain—create a deep flow state where all your mental and bodily resources align toward a single goal.
  3. Health limits can make flow harder to reach, but commitments and tight deadlines can force you to adapt and create short, focused bursts of productivity and satisfaction.

#198: Trying to see something

Maybe Baby • 2172 implied HN points • 02 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Mindfulness
  1. Over time, people in relationships can notice their differences more than their similarities. It's interesting how our perceptions shift as we get to know someone deeply.
  2. Our appreciation for what we have can fade into the background. It's important to regularly take a moment to recognize and be grateful for the good things in our lives.
  3. Creating or experiencing art can help us appreciate life more fully. It reminds us of sensations we've forgotten and can open our eyes to new feelings and perspectives.

2024

The Friendly Neighbors • 687 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Dr. Emily Smith takes quiet time in January to plan for the year.
  2. She reflects on the previous year's personal growth and achievements.
  3. In 2024, Dr. Smith plans to reduce the frequency of her posts and add more paid content.

The Self Reflection Edition

Why is this interesting? • 1870 implied HN points • 31 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Reflecting on your past can help you understand how you've changed and what you're proud of. It's a chance to see what you've learned and what you want to leave behind.
  2. Thinking about your present helps you identify your needs and what's important in your life. It prompts you to evaluate your daily habits and relationships.
  3. Looking toward the future encourages you to think about your goals and what success means to you. It's about planning the changes you want to make and how to grow into your best self.

what are you supposed to "get" out of astrology?

astrology for writers • 1277 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Mindfulness
  1. Astrology content in 2023 may offer quick hits of dopamine, daily guidance, and support for creative and professional endeavors.
  2. There is a difference between 'app astrology' for quick reference and the deeper practice of integrating planetary principles into daily life for greater mindfulness and creativity.
  3. Astrology's ancient roots and diverse traditions make it a valuable and lasting cultural practice that influences personal, professional, and creative lives.

Only A Truth-Based Relationship With Reality Can Satisfy

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1927 implied HN points • 24 Nov 24
📖 Philosophy Mindfulness
  1. People really want a true understanding of reality, even if they don't always realize it. Society pushes false ideas and distractions that keep us from finding real happiness.
  2. Chasing after material things, social status, or knowledge often leads to disappointment because they are based on lies. True satisfaction comes from aligning our beliefs and actions with reality.
  3. To find happiness, we must confront our personal falsehoods and the lies in society. This journey to truth can be tough, but it's necessary for building a better world.

In The Thick Of It

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1471 implied HN points • 25 Jan 25
📖 Philosophy Mindfulness
  1. We are surrounded by both beauty and pain in our world. It's important to acknowledge and feel all these emotions fully.
  2. Our lives are influenced by technology and systems that often make us feel inadequate. It's crucial to look beyond the distractions to understand what's truly important.
  3. True paradise exists in the present moment, within and around us. We should embrace life as it is, finding joy and wonder even amid chaos and struggles.

Just journal your pain away

Evil Witches Newsletter • 1120 implied HN points • 29 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Journaling can be a helpful tool for self-reflection and managing emotions.
  2. Mindfulness and meditation can have benefits for some people in certain situations.
  3. Some wellness advice may be vague or lacking in real solutions, so it's important to be critical of generic self-care recommendations.

Means and Meaning

Not Boring by Packy McCormick • 490 implied HN points • 29 Jul 25
📖 Philosophy Mindfulness
  1. Technology provides us with means, like tools and resources, but it's up to us to find meaning in our lives. We need to think about what we really want and how we can achieve a fulfilling life.
  2. Having more options and convenience can actually make it harder to find fulfillment. We might get lost in distractions and forget to pay attention to what truly matters.
  3. To bridge the gap between the tools we have and the meaning we seek, we need to engage more deeply with our experiences. By paying attention and making conscious choices, we can create a life that's more meaningful.

Monk Mode

The Generalist • 1521 implied HN points • 09 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. January is a great time to start new habits because everyone is focused on self-improvement. You can use this positive energy to make lasting changes in your life.
  2. Using technology mindfully can help you avoid distractions. Limiting social media and opting for higher-quality content like audiobooks can improve your focus and creativity.
  3. Making small changes in your daily routine, like walking more or avoiding alcohol, can create a big impact on your overall well-being. It’s about finding what works best for you and sticking to it.

the thoughts that think me

Both Are True • 145 implied HN points • 19 Nov 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Most of what we think and feel happens without our awareness and still shapes our beliefs and actions.
  2. Negative, automatic thoughts can form self-fulfilling beliefs (a fixed mindset) that make it harder to do the things we want to do.
  3. Those thought patterns aren’t permanent — noticing them and adopting a growth mindset or simple awareness practices can loosen their hold and change behavior.

Unscreening

thestoa • 569 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness
  1. Establish a power-down ritual to disconnect from screens and be present
  2. Focus on emotional integration and value clarification to address temperance challenges
  3. Consider a less foolish relationship with screens to reduce unconscious impulsiveness

Four Ways to Spend Your Days

What's Important? • 44 implied HN points • 24 Jan 26
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Mindfulness
  1. You can sort what you consume by how much it boosts your awareness and your ability to act, and it’s wise to steer toward content that raises both.
  2. Don’t get stuck in low-value traps like doomscrolling, one-sided hustle culture, or unintegrated spirituality—each stage has use, but the goal is to integrate lessons so they actually improve your life.
  3. Notice how information makes you feel and favor sources that give an embodied, energizing charge while aligning with your curiosity and the common good; small, aligned actions and stronger relationships amplify real change.