Japanese Habits I learnt.
Japan is a country with a rich culture. The most important and admiring thing is these people preserve and practice their traditions as well hobbies. As well they pass it down to their coming generations. Here are a few habits In practice right now. and I am eternally handful to Japan for teaching me. No one taught me but I observed people well and grabbed the beat thing they are doing in order to spend a good healthy calm and peaceful life.
Walk outside– No matter how harsh the winter step down and breath clean good air it will wake you up. See how sunshine filters through leaves.
Try shodo– Japanese, Shodō (書道) means Japanese calligraphy — the art of writing characters beautifully with a brush and ink. This is not just a hobby it is a way of practicing mindfulness. You think about every brush you create. You are living in the present moment.
Soak in your tub like in Onsen– Soaking in a warm tub like an onsen is one of my favorite ways to relax. The hot water helps my body feel light and Add some bath salt and be relax. It feels like a small escape, bringing comfort, peace, and new energy. As a mom of a little soul I love this moment. Actually, I would recommend this for any mom, you will be in heaven.
Declutter– start from a small place. This also good for mindfulness. Marie kondo theory is very similar with this. A clean table or drawer shows the beauty and cleanliness of your own mind. If you love to read about how I practice decluttering read from here.
Sitting in the seiza style is a calm and mindful posture. Kneeling with my legs folded under me helps me feel grounded and focused. Although it can be challenging at first, with practice it builds patience and discipline. Even though it is great to practice.
Making obento– Obento is Japanese lunch box. It is always balanced with nutrition. Colorful and attractive. Making obento is not just preparing meal. You think decide and it is always about practicing mindfulness. In fact, it is a part of practicing mindfulness.
Ikebana Flower arrangements– Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging that emphasizes balance, space, and natural beauty. It is both a creative and meditative practice.
Origami paper folding– Starting from small cranes and boxes origami make many paper creations. It helps improve concentration, patience, and fine motor skills while allowing you to make beautiful designs using just paper.
If you see almost all hobbies and practices done by Japanese are well related with being presence a kind of practicing mindfulness and above all it tell about not perfection but presence.
I also practice these Japanese Habits, some are everyday and some when I have time.
Have you ever tried these Japanese Habits in your life?
