Okay, so today I want to talk about this “enlightened psychology” thing. It’s been a real journey, let me tell you. I started this whole process feeling pretty lost, to be honest. Just kind of drifting through life, you know? I’d heard about this concept, “enlightened psychology,” and it sounded interesting, maybe even helpful. It felt like something I should try and figure out.
The first thing I did was read some stuff about it. Nothing fancy, just some articles and blog posts. I found a bunch of different definitions, but most of them were saying the same basic idea. It’s about understanding yourself better, you’re really feeling what you feel, and being more aware of your thoughts and actions. I started to think, maybe this could actually help me get a handle on things.
Then, I started trying to be more mindful. That’s a big word that basically means paying attention to the present moment. I tried to notice my thoughts and feelings without judging them. It was tough at first! My mind was all over the place. But, I kept at it.
- I started by just taking a few minutes each day to sit quietly and focus on my breath.
- Then, I started paying attention to my thoughts and feelings throughout the day. Like, if I felt angry, I’d try to understand why instead of just reacting.
- I also started paying more attention to the world around me, trying to see the beauty of simple things.
Slowly but surely, I started to feel a bit different. It was weird, but I felt calmer and more centered. I stopped getting angry about stupid stuff that didn’t matter. My life felt more balanced, and I didn’t feel like I was running around like a chicken with my head cut off. I started being kinder to myself and others. And I think I understood myself a bit better. It feels like I’m starting to appreciate life more and not taking things for granted. For example, I started to find a lot of joy in my daily life. The simple things are meaningful now. I started to take more time to understand the feelings and thoughts of the people around me. I was able to focus on my daily tasks and improved my productivity.
So, what’s the point?
Well, for me, this “enlightened psychology” thing has been about finding some peace and clarity. It’s not about being perfect or never feeling bad. It’s about understanding myself and learning to handle life’s ups and downs in a better way. It has definitely been worth the effort. It is a long process to practice it, but I believe I will be a better person because of this. And I’m still working on it, it’s a lifelong process, I guess. But I wanted to share my experience in case it helps anyone else who’s feeling a bit lost or overwhelmed. It is not something difficult, just keep practicing. You’ll see what I mean.
