I was recently listening to David Foster Wallace’s 2005 commencement speech, This Is Water, and it got me thinking about moving through my days with more awareness.
This is one thing I like about getting dressed in the mornings — it’s a little opportunity for me to practice awareness.
To get dressed, I have to connect to my physical body — what does my body need today? Does it want softness and comfort? Does it want boldness and a push?
To get dressed, I have to connect with the contents of my day — what am I doing today? Who will I be spending time with?
To get dressed, I have to connect with the earth and the season — how does it feel outside today? How can I use my clothes to embrace the elements (or shelter from them)?
All of this awareness can happen in the span of a few seconds, but it’s nice when I can sink into it a little more. This is one reason I’m so drawn to clothing and style — it can become a form of moving meditation.
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OUTFIT DETAILS
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Anine Bing Rory Jacket (wearing XS)
Abercrombie Polished Body Skimming Tee (wearing S, but they’ve changed their sizing since I got mine — I’d size down one for a similar fit) | Similar: Uniqlo Mini Tee
Target Boxer Shorts (wearing M)
Roxy Gabbie Flip Flops | Similar: Madewell Gabi Thong Slide Sandal
Madewell Broken In Baseball Cap
JEWELRY
Similar anklet: Madewell Micro Freshwater Pearl Anklet
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That speech is one of my all time favorite meditations. Thanks for bringing it back to me today!
Personal q: how do you disguise your undies under the white boxers? I love the look but am afraid of my underwear showing!
Love this look and love the mindfulness practice!