Walking in a more focused way helps you to live a happier and more productive life. Here’s one simple way to walk.
By the way, though you’ll be in a light hypnotic state, remember to be aware of people, cars, bikes, etc., so you can walk safely.
1. Focus on your body.
As you walk a tad slower than usual, focus on your body.
- Focus on how your heel lands, how your foot rolls on the ground.
- Focus on your limbs moving, your breathing, etc.
- As you notice one area of your body, start noticing another and another.
2. Focus on your body + focus on the visual.
As you focus on your body, also focus on what you see.
- As you see things, simply notice or acknowledge what you see.
- If you see a painting, rather than judge it good or bad, pleasant or unpleasant, simply note that you observe it.
- In other words, the goal is to objectively observe the world rather than evaluate it.
3. Focus on your body + focus on the visual + focus on the auditory.
Now that you’ve focused on your body and the visual, add what you hear.
- As you hear sounds, simply notice or acknowledge what you hear.
- If you hear someone speaking, rather than judge what they say as good or bad, pleasant or unpleasant, simply note that you heard a voice.
- In other words, the goal is to objectively observe the world rather than evaluate it.
Notes on speed
- If you walk too fast, you won’t feel present.
- If you walk too slow, you’ll feel more awkward.
- When it’s just right, you’ll feel more present. Experiment until you find the right pace.
If you feel a bit zoned out after your walk, give yourself a bit of time to return to the “normal” world. Drinking water is always useful after doing any type of hypnosis.