The Water Bowl Practice – A Mindfulness Activity

Materials needed: A clear bowl of water

1. Fill a clear bowl with water and place it on a stable surface
2. Gently disturb the water with your finger
3. Observe three phases:
   • The active ripples (representing busy thoughts/mindsets.)
   • The gradual settling (transition phase.)
   • The still clarity (representing mind state.)
4. Notice how:
   • Each disturbance is temporary
   • Clarity is the water’s natural state
   • The deeper water remains undisturbed
5. Reflection questions:
   • What mindsets (surface movements) am I carrying today?
   • What is my deeper mind state beneath these temporary patterns?
   • How can I access that deeper clarity while engaging in daily activities?
     
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