Try this the next time you are pumping gas. Use the time well and take a break from the rush to what’s next by practicing being with what is as you stand there.
Focus on your breath coming and going and notice where you experience it. You may feel it in the nose, in the chest or in the belly.
Then focus on the sounds around you. Notice the smells. Notice thoughts coming and going. Feel your feet making contact with the ground through the bottom of your shoes. Feel your hand doing its job holding the pump handle. Focusing within, notice what happens.
Focusing on what is instead of what’s next is healing with awareness.
Remembering awareness is a gift to your self and others. Please take care.
