Episode 156: Mindset Munchie; Escape the ‘Nexting’ Trap: Find Peace in the Present

In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast, Shay and Jayla discuss the concept of 'nexting' and the importance of being present in the moment. They highlight how constantly thinking about what's next can lead to anxiety and prevent us from enjoying the present. They provide tips for practicing mindfulness, such as focusing on the breath, engaging the senses, and practicing gratitude. The episode encourages listeners to let go of the need to constantly plan for the future and instead embrace the joy of the present moment.

Keywords

nexting, being present, mindfulness, anxiety, joy, gratitude

Takeaways

• Constantly thinking about what's next can create anxiety and prevent us from enjoying the present moment.

• Practicing mindfulness and being present can help reduce anxiety and bring more joy into our lives.

• Focusing on the breath, engaging the senses, and practicing gratitude are effective ways to cultivate mindfulness.

• Letting go of the need to constantly plan for the future allows us to embrace the joy of the present moment.

• Cultivating Joy: Embracing the Present Moment

• Letting Go of Constant Planning: Finding Joy in the Now

• "There's this thing called nexting, where you're sitting in one spot and you're thinking about where you should be next."

• "We're already putting ourselves in a state of anxiety because number one, what if it doesn't turn out that way?"

• "Some little ways that you can practice being present when you're in those hyper moments where you're worried about what's happening next."

TitlesSound Bites

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Mindset Shift

01:16The Pitfalls of 'Nexting'

04:23Practicing Mindfulness

06:02Embracing the Present Moment

06:29Conclusion