Have you ever felt distracted, rushed or unable to focus?
Do you remember starting one thing and by the end of the day it turned into six projects? All of which are unfinished.
We chalk it up as normal creative flow but is it?
Is it normal to be distracted or is is it a sign of the times?
Our ability to “focus” is a war zone and we have to use tactical steps to get the job done.
I learned to focus through a practice called finding your Drishti. It was taught to me through one of my favorite yogi whom we lovingly call Mama Paula. Together with her daughter Maya they started SOL Health Yoga Wellness Center where they continue to inspire their community.
Your Drishti is the ability to find something to focus on & direct your energy towards. In fact I’ve compiled another 5 STEP list.
Before I get into the “Five Steps To Finding Your Drishti” I have to share with you my Yoga testimony to explain my connection with this practice that I’ve come to know and love. Yes, love.
IT STARTED WITH A CAR ACCIDENT
Back in 2011 an insane driver came head-on into my lane causing a horrific accident. The MRI’s revealed that my spine had the early signs of degenerative disease. I didn’t want any experimental surgery or kidney destroying drugs so I opted for Hot Yoga [Bikram Yoga] and regular supplements. [Learn more.]
THEN ANOTHER ACCIDENT
Yes, you read it correctly. A second accident in January 2019 sent me to the chiropractors. This time a pizza driver ran the red and plowed into us. This second scan had me nervous and the DC sat me down.
THE RESULT
My spine is vibrant and healthy!!! I asked him if he saw anything and he looked at me with an awkward stare, “No why, are you expecting something?” Honestly, I was in awe. My previous diagnosis DIDN’T EXIST IN MY BODY! I was ecstatic and grateful for the life changes that I’ve made.
FIND YOUR DRISHTI
1.PICK ONE GOAL
When I stepped into the Yoga studio the instructor guided us to find our “Drishti” or a place of focus.
This was easier said than done and it took a lot of practice. I had to make a decision to focus on one object and devote my energy towards it.
2. FIX YOUR GAZE
Your eyes are a powerful tool which is why it’s important to focus, gaze and look towards something that will ground you.
I struggled on holding my Asana yet I stuck with it. Believing that I would improve over time.
In Yoga and life we have to remember to look at what we desire. Which is why vision boards are so helpful.
3. PRACTICE DEEP BREATHING
This is such an important part. It connects your head-space with your physical-space.
Listening to your breath invites awareness as you inhale and exhale. The sound of your breath leaving your body has a soothing effect when practiced regularly. What was once internal became external.
Breathing grounds us and it is the perfect anchor.
4. CHAMPION THE BODY
Condition your mind to focus through activities that will boost your ability to focus, such as a good workout. Which might sound strange but your body may be experiencing tension, frustration or confusion that could be manifesting in a lack of focus.
A good workout, Zumba or yoga session can relieve unnecessary tension in the body and usher in clarity.
Walking daily is also a great example of a healthy workout routine. Each day is a WIN, so start winning and stay fit.
5. PRACTICE OFTEN
No one can create a healthy habit in just one day, it will take time to become accustomed to focusing your mind.
The best advice I could give on maintaining focus is to form a habit and make it fun.
I know this might sound weird but when I have to complete a project I’ll have my favorite Theo dark chocolate nearby. Which is my short term reward, lol. Because my body wants the chocolate but my mind has to complete what it started. Essentially creating a grown-up version of a rewards system.
“Finding your Drishti elevates the soul, trains the mind and strengthens the body.”
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If it wasn’t for my Yoga instructor I would have failed. Hearing her voice prompting us to, “Stay focused” and “Find your Drishti” made all the difference. After some time I was able to do it alone and enjoy the process.
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HOW YOU CAN BENEFIT
The purpose of a guide isn’t to control but rather to direct. To help one find their focus or re-focus. Then it dawned on me, my program is THAT guide! I help Women focus on what’s important to them through an eight module online class and a livestream mastermind. I call this creation, “Walk Inn Beauty Mastermind” which consist of an online E-Course and three Livestream sessions. The E-Course is called “The Opening Ceremony” because it lays down the foundation to the mastermind. Think of it as a prerequisite to the “Walk Inn Beauty Mastermind.”
THE OPENING CEREMONY
EIGHT [8] MODULE, SELF STUDY SESSIONS
WHO AM I
FIVE [5] REALMS OF BEAUTY
CLARITY = CERTAINTY
SEVEN [7] LEVELS DEEP
ONE [1] ATTITUDE TO RULE THEM ALL
BOWL OF LIGHT “CEREMONY”
ALIGNMENT AND ANCHORING
CELEBRATION
Worksheets [pdf] for each module.
MASTERMIND GROUP
THREE [3] MONTHS OF LIVESTREAMS AND COMMUNITY
One LIVESTREAM session per month.
Private facebook group.
Instagram spotlight.
A “focused-session” to get stuff done!
Member’s special
3 Months of “WALK INN BEAUTY MASTERMIND”
And “The opening ceremony”
3 for 1
[Three months for the price of one month.]
examples of the pdf’s
“AT THE HEART OF EVERY SUCCESS IS THE ABILITY TO FOCUS.”
