"Linguistic repetition, you learn from an early age, can give form or take it away, because it forces a confrontation with the malleability of language and the world we build with it, build upon it."

Ben Lerner

Confusion is a natural emotional aspect of the learning cycle. It's easy to allow this emotional discomfort to convince us that we lack the capacity to understand concepts and master skills. Steering away from the temporary experience of vulnerability can become habitual.

What makes it so difficult to establish a habit even when we’re convinced of its benefits?

Consider keeping your new mindfulness practice to yourself until the habit is established.