EQUANIMITY

Written By vijay sridharan
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Equanimity is a state of mental calmness. We experience equanimity when we feel even or composed, especially under trying circumstances. Equanimity teaches us to be with whatever shows up. It helps us notice what shuts us down, pushes us away, or tears us wide open. It encourages us to step equally into the clear and the muddy waters, that we stay present with each moment, just as it is.

Inspiration for experiencing equanimity more often

  • Repeat a mantra, or string of words that helps keep you present. 

  • Focus on your breath. (The Breathe Bubble can help.)

  • Notice when you are feeling hostility, pause, and see if there’s an opportunity to respond with compassion.

  • Practice being present with each moment, just as it is. 

  • Ask yourself, “How important is it?

  • Notice how you’re holding your jaw. Can you soften it? 

  • Notice where in your life you’re holding too tightly to something or feeling a lot of aversion. Is it possible to meet these things with great openness? 

Self-reflection

When is my sense of equanimity most easily shaken? What do I need to feel more centered?

““I found the secret to life. I’m okay when everything is not okay.”

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— Tori Amos
 
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About Calm Cards 
About Calm Cards 

We created these cards as a way to intentionally cultivate the qualities that support us in showing up for ourselves and others, in ways that feel nourishing and meaningful. 

We encourage you to engage with the Calm Cards in whatever way feels best. Here are a few ways that we love to use them:

  • Pick a card in the morning to set an intention for the day

  • Pick a card on a Sunday to set an intention for the week

  • Pick a card on the first day of the month to set an intention for the month

  • Pick a card when you’re feeling stuck, to see what happens when you infuse more of that quality into your day

  • Pick a card when you’re struggling with another person to explore what qualities might bring more ease into your relationship

  • Pick a card and use it as journaling prompt

  • Pick a card and use it in your meditation practice

  • Pick a card to use with a partner or group — like a book club, but an intention club; connect daily or weekly or monthly and share your experiences

  • Send a card to a friend who may need some inspiration

Check out the entire collection of Calm Intentions here.

Pick another Calm Intentions card here.

We’ve also put all of the cards in a lovely booklet for you to use as a mindfulness tool, a journal full of inspiration for your practice. Download the Calm Intentions Journal here!


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