A simple method for quitening the mind

While on the wobble board im finding the easiest way to remain balnced and relaxed is to focus on a particular point on the wall and let my balance be controlled subconciously.

This is all good and well, however the mind easily wanders.

To still the mind , and become a witness to thoughts rather than be part of the thoughts , try going from a single point of focus , to looking at the entire wall in one view.

Keeping your head still , try to take your vision focus back as far as comfortable. And have the widest viewing angle possible. This will greatly quieten the mind.

For an additional exercise, while viewing as much as possible at once try to invole another sense.
eg try to note a smell, or a feel , or a taste.

Like can you feel your clothing, what is the smell of the environment your in, can you still taste the toothpaste from brushing your teeth?? or can you hear any birds chirping outside??

You will notice as time goes on , even 5 mins per day, that it gets easier to sense multiple senses at once. This is a great practical meditation!!

Enjoy!