Centeredness: A Lesson from the Exam Room

Dear friends, I hope this message finds you well. Today, I want to share a story from my past that taught me a valuable lesson about centeredness. It’s a tale that takes place in the most unlikely of settings – an exam room. So, sit back, relax, and let’s embark on this journey together.

The Exam Room

It was a chilly winter morning, and I was about to sit for one of the most challenging exams of my academic career. The pressure was immense, and my mind was a whirlwind of equations, theories, and facts. I could feel my heart pounding in my chest, my palms were sweaty, and my mind was racing.

The Moment of Panic

As I sat down at my desk, the enormity of the situation hit me. I felt overwhelmed, my mind was scattered, and I could barely focus on the questions in front of me. It was at this moment that I realized I was losing my centeredness.

Finding Centeredness

Remembering the teachings of my wise old mentor, I closed my eyes and took a deep breath. I visualized a calm lake, its surface undisturbed by the wind. I imagined myself as that lake, serene and still, amidst the chaos of the exam room. Slowly, I felt my heart rate slow down, my mind clear, and my focus return. I had found my centeredness.

The Lesson

That day, I learned a valuable lesson. Life will often throw challenges at us, and it’s easy to lose our centeredness amidst the chaos. But remember, like the calm lake, we too can find our inner peace and focus, no matter how stormy the situation.

So, the next time you find yourself in a stressful situation, remember this story. Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and find your centeredness. You’ll be surprised at how much clearer things become when you’re centered.

Until next time, stay centered, stay focused, and remember, life is a journey, not a destination.

Yours in wisdom,

Kev