We spend most of our time trying to escape from something — boredom, money troubles, emotional discomfort. This makes it hard to deal with the real world, magnifying basic issues into huge problems. Think about something that really scares you. If it happened, would it really be as bad as you think?

Try this meditation for one minute every day, or longer if you want to:

I CAN TAKE small steps to face my fears and troubles. I step into my discomfort, knowing it will become more comfortable.

How did this meditation go for you? Share your experience at shorelines@northshorebank.com and you’ll be entered to win a copy of A Mindful Day: 365 Ways to Live Life With Peace, Clarity, and an Open Heart, by David Dillard-Wright.

If you’d like a daily email reminder to practice one minute of mindfulness, email us with the subject “Mindfulness reminder.” —Pat Ingelse, AVP and PMP