It’s a painful place to be.

I’ve lived with that nagging sense of things being not quite right.

I’ve felt the restlessness of wanting more from life, without knowing exactly what I was looking for.

Marissa Håkansson

But the experiences were fleeting.

Looking back, I can easily recognize the clues that I was disconnected from my body and self.

In fact, noticing these six clues in your own life is the first step.

Being aware means noticing and being curious about your experiences, without trying to change or resist them.

Awareness allows you to pause and get present with your body and self in the moment.

This might be uncomfortable or difficult at first.

In fact, it could change your life (as it did for me).

Rather than intensifying the disconnection, our awareness and presence helps cultivate our inner connection.

While we might fear exploring those uncomfortable feelings, the rewards are worth it.

Practicing awareness within your body and self needn’t be complicated.

It can be done as a standalone practice, or in the moment.

And I recommend both!

It may take time for these practices to feel natural to you.

That’s okay awareness and presence is a lifelong practice.