Today we explore the "Meditation Mishap" card from the Modern Life Oracle deck, reflecting on the challenges of quieting a busy mind and finding value in an imperfect meditation practice.

• The card depicts someone attempting to meditate while surrounded by mental noise and distractions
• Meditation feels difficult because our minds are constantly busy with thoughts and external stimuli
• We often hold ourselves to unrealistic standards of achieving perfect mental stillness
• Success in meditation can be as simple as slowing down some thoughts or being 5% calmer
• Our brains are "valuable real estate" and we can be more intentional about what occupies our mental space
• Moving from "mind full" to "mindful" doesn't happen instantly in our constantly connected world
• Small improvements in our meditation practice are worth celebrating

What is keeping you from feeling calm or being able to slow your mind down? For more reflections and a closer look at the cards, find me on Instagram  @the_cardcast.

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