Circumstances for learning this attention exercise
enjoying a cup of coffee
taking a break between tasks1
getting ready for bed
Whether you meditate regularly or not, you've probably encountered this exercise.
Notice the sensations of breathing
When your attention wanders, gently bring it back
However, if we're only familiar with one mindfulness exercise, we can make many assumptions that get in the way.
Clarifying these subtleties leads to wordy meditation guidance, but risking a bit of over-explaining might help address common sources of confusion.
