The New Year often inspires us to think creatively about what we would like to change in our lives or in ourselves. Days tick by and before you know it the year is over once again. What really changed? In order to make progress with the intentions we set at the start of the year we need to continuously remind ourselves what our focus is. Where your attention goes your energy flows.

Take a moment to get out a piece of paper or a journal. You could even jot this down on a notepad on your phone.

Now, ask yourself this question - what intention do I want to focus on this year? It could be a specific goal or an achievement you would like to accomplish or maybe it’s a habit you want to instill in your way of life.

Keep this focus in your mind.

Every morning when you wake up look at this intention. If it helps write it out again or rewrite it when necessary. Find a few moments in your day to practice setting your intention. The more you come back to it the more your awareness will grow. With increased awareness, you will build momentum with increased energy and potential.

Let’s focus on this centering thought during our meditation: today, I will focus on my intention. Today, I will focus on my intention.

Continue with this thought. When you notice distractions arise of sensations in the body or other thoughts floating around. Come back to this mantra: today, I will focus on my intention.

Notice if you are holding your breath in any way. Take a big breath in, filling all the way up, keep breathing till you can’t sip in a bit more air, and then exhale let it all go.

Take a couple of more breaths in your own time. Filling all the way up and exhaling completely.

Now, coming back to that mantra: today, I will focus on my intention. Keep repeating this to yourself and I will watch the time.

As each new day arises reflect on the intention you set. Notice how you change from day to day. Become aware of how this thought continues to arise throughout your day – guiding you and leading you to the change you seek.

May you be healthy, peaceful, and free from suffering. Namaste.