Summary

The website content describes a mindfulness practice through a poetry prompt that encourages reflection by engaging the five senses, inspired by the author's personal "Twenty-Six Minutes of Thought" routine.

Abstract

The article introduces a mindfulness exercise centered around the five senses, which the author practiced during a personal reflection time known as "Twenty-Six Minutes of Thought." This exercise involves listing items that one can see, feel, hear, taste, and smell, with the aim of grounding oneself in the present moment. The author shares their own experiences, such as noticing the texture of sheets, the sounds of morning, and the scent of hand cream. The piece also directs readers to additional resources for understanding the "Twenty-Six Minutes of Thought" concept and includes an acrostic mindfulness poem composed by the author.

Opinions

The author finds value in the "Twenty-Six Minutes of Thought" routine as a form of mental health and mindfulness practice.
Engaging in a five senses meditation is suggested as a beneficial way to spend reflective time.
The author appreciates the sensory experiences of their environment, as evidenced by the detailed descriptions of their surroundings during the meditation.
There is an endorsement of Lucy The Eggcademic's explanation of the "Twenty-Six Minutes of Thought" process, indicating a collaborative or community-supported approach to mindfulness.
The inclusion of the author's acrostic poem "Being Present" suggests a personal commitment to and creativity within mindfulness practices.

Poetry Prompt | Poetry | Mental Health | Mindfulness

5 Senses Mindfulness Practice

Poetry Prompt: Reflection Time aka Twenty-Six Minutes of Thought.

Today’s Reflection Time Poetry Prompt is a 5 senses meditation I practiced this morning during my Twenty-Six Minutes of Thought.

5 Senses Meditation Practice

5 Things I Can See

Clean cream sheets of paper waiting to be filled.

Pink, freshly washed sheets keeping me warm.

Red pencil case.

Blue pen in my hand.

White headphones standing to attention.

4 Things I Can Feel

Soft cotton sheets keeping me warm.

Cupped palm resting on my cheek.

Right foot tucked around my left ankle.

Pen in my hand.

3 Things I Can Hear

Cocks calling out to greet the dawn.

Radio playing morning hymns.

Mum’s slippers shuffling in her room.

2 Things I Can Taste

Stale morning breath.

Rancid saliva.

1 Thing I Can Smell

Lingering whiffs of nourishing hand night cream.

What do you do for your Twenty-Six Minutes of Thoughts?

If you’re not sure what I’m talking about, read this story by Lucy The Eggcademic (she/her)who explains the simple process in more detail.

Twenty-Six Minutes of Thoughts

Poetry Prompt: Reflection Time

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And then, read my acrostic mindfulness poem Being Present written as part of my first Twenty-Six Minutes of Thought: Thank you.

Being Present

a mindfulness acrostic poem.

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