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Originally Posted by blind archer
I haven't read anything other than the first post so sorry if this is redundant.
Your theory about decision and stuff feels completely correct to me. I am on autopilot 24/7 and its bad for me but I am having trouble trying to start clapping the way you suggested ( I can't snap my fingers).
Most of the time I have trouble understanding which of my decision were mine or automatic and there are just so many decision made in a day that I feel overwhelmed.
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Hi archer,
Clapping could be a fine substitute. I would actually suggest making a fist with one hand and hitting your chest once as a good substitute that you might try too ( like a gorilla!
). It should be bold and emphatic and kind of fun to do.
When you are starting out, forget about everything except for tiny, tiny, tiny decisions that are of no importance like
SNAP I'm going to put on my shoes
SNAP I'm going to put the left shoe on first
SNAP I'm going to look at that tree for 5 seconds
SNAP I'm going to go pee
SNAP I'm going to have a cup of tea
SNAP I'm going to lift my leg
SNAP I'm going to take a walk
SNAP I'm going to take the stairs
SNAP I'm going to go up the stairs left foot first
Don't worry about doing it for ALL your decisions. Don't worry about forgetting to do it for a while. What's much more important is that you FEEL it when you are deciding and that you find the JOY in these tiny tiny little things you are doing throughout your day. Be creative and make up some fun nonsense things to decide. You will find that even the tiniest things will start to make you feel revitalized and empowered. This will also bring present moment awareness, especially when you decide to use one of your senses at any particular moment. This practice can be like a refuge for you when you are feeling bad.
Keep in touch. I'm really excited for you. The relief you will feel when it really starts to work is something amazing.
- vital