Novice, stage 3 of 10
Extended attention
Goal
Overcome forgetting and falling asleep.
Why it works
Attention keeps sliding away because it is not being checked. Labeling distractions and checking in often builds introspective awareness, the background alarm that catches forgetting before it happens.
Obstacles you will meet
- Distractions
- Forgetting
- Mind wandering
- Sleepiness
Skills you will build
- Following and connecting the breath
- Labeling and checking in
Ready for the next stage when
You rarely forget the breath or fall asleep.