Meditation is not about emptying your mind. It is about learning to meet your thoughts, emotions and sensations with greater awareness: without being carried away by every impulse. You do not need to begin with an advanced practice. Start simply: 🌿 Sit comfortably 🌿 Bring your attention to the breath 🌿 Count each exhalation from 1 to 21 🌿 When your mind wanders, gently begin again 🌿 Practise for five minutes The moment you notice that you have become distracted is not a failure. That moment of recognition is awareness, and returning is the training. With time, focused attention can become more stable. From that foundation, we can explore compassion, mantra, visualisation and open awareness. Begin with what is simple. Practise consistently. Let depth unfold naturally. I’m also happy to share a personal milestone: I’m currently waiting to receive my meditation teacher training certificate. In the meantime, I’ve started planning in-person meditation sessions in Stockholm. The...