How do you approach a waiting room? Do you see it only as a negative? Do you try to engage your mind on your phone and transport yourself from the present moment?
Try just sitting in a waiting room. Observe your thoughts without judgment. Notice your breath and your energy. Use it as an opportunity to take a moment to just be.
Once I became a regular meditator, I was able to easily sit still in otherwise boring situations, like waiting rooms without feeling bored and annoyed. I was thrilled with the first noticeable benefits.
The waiting room phenomenon seemed different, though. I actually looked forward to waiting rooms. I was forced to just sit and not do anything. I’d put my phone in my purse, avoid looking for a magazine, and just be. It became recharging instead of depleting.
I could practice observing my thoughts, the feelings in my body and my surroundings with as much neutrality as I could and with my eyes open. It was a lovely way to be and a good test of the benefits of my meditation practice.
To be or not to be… try The Waiting Room Practice!
