The article discusses the author's personal journey with meditation, highlighting the struggle to maintain a consistent practice amidst daily distractions and self-imposed pressures. Despite understanding the benefits of meditation intellectually, the author often found it difficult to prioritize the practice over being productive. Reflecting on past experiences, the author realizes the emotional barriers that arise at meditation time and emphasizes the importance of persistence and accountability in fostering a successful meditation routine.
I knew on an intellectual level that a regular meditation practice would help me. But when it came time to execute it, I struggled to consistently take a seat.
The temptation to instead continue doing rather than being would oftentimes get the better of me, and I struggled to hold myself accountable to my commitment.
What emotions did I feel when it was time to meditate? What was different about those periods in my life in which I could sit in meditation?
I never gave up, though. And I repeatedly vowed to continue at least trying to adhere to a practice.
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