Meditation Isn’t About Clearing Your Mind — It’s About Meeting It

So many people tell me, “I can’t meditate. I can’t stop thinking.”

Guess what? Neither can I. And I teach mindfulness.

The Truth About Meditation

Meditation isn’t about silencing your thoughts. It’s about becoming aware of them — noticing them like clouds or a train passing by.

You don’t need to be calm to meditate. You just need to show up.

Real Talk: Meditation with a Baby

I meditate with my 9-month-old crawling around the living room. Some days I get 7 minutes. Other days, 30 seconds. But that consistency adds up.

Try This “Everyday Chaos Meditation”:

1. Sit comfortably, even on the floor with your baby.
2. Take 3 deep breaths.
3. As you breathe, notice the sounds, your thoughts, your body.
4. When distractions happen, silently say: “This too is part of the practice.”
5. Come back to your breath.

This helps you stay present — not just in meditation, but when your baby throws peas at your face.

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Reminder: Meditation is not perfect. It’s practice. It’s permission. It’s peace, even in the mess.