Gratitude

Gratitude helps counteract any sense of effort or striving that might arise during the process. It's specifically focused on recognizing the gift of already having access to fundamental wellbeing, rather than seeking more or better experiences.

What it is

A gentle orientation toward gratitude or appreciation for your existing experience of fundamental wellbeing.

When to use it

• When you notice yourself efforting or striving
• If frustration arises about "progress"
• As an optional addition to Sinking In
• Any time you feel stuck in wanting more

Key points

• You don't need to actually feel gratitude
• Simply orienting yourself toward appreciation is enough
• Focus specifically on appreciating your current access to fundamental wellbeing
• Let go of any need for the experience to be different or deeper