Life is full of signals and cues that often go unnoticed. Maybe you're distracted by thoughts, are overwhelmed, stressed, or feel too busy to slow down. The idea of being present or quieting yourself enough to notice a cue might seem out of reach.
Imagine you’re driving down a busy street. You approach an intersection with a red traffic light. That’s your visual cue to slow down and stop. What if you didn’t? If you ran through the intersection and ignored the signal, it could be disastrous.
What happens instead when you notice the cue (red light) and align your next action with it? You see the red light, take your foot off the gas, step on the brakes, and come to a complete stop.
By noticing the signal, you quickly identified your next steps. The direct benefit was that you chose an option that led to a positive outcome for you and those around you.
What Types of Cues Are Available to You?
Cues are sensory. They can come from what you see, hear, touch, taste, or smell.
The traffic light is an example of a visual cue that guides your next action. Many other types of signals appear in our daily lives.
Here are some common ones and possible next steps:
Green flashing light on the toothbrush > Recharge the battery
Red flashing light on the air purifier > Change the filter
Smell of coffee brewing > Review schedule for the day
Last piece of toilet paper > Install a new roll
Timer goes off > Wrap up what you’re doing
Magazines spilling out of the basket > Sort and recycle the oldest ones
Receiving W-2s, 1099s, and other tax forms > Prepare and file your income taxes
Jaw tightening and shoulders up > Take a few slow, deep breaths with slightly longer exhales
Purple crocus emerging > Smile because spring is almost here
What cue do you notice that guides you clearly to your next step?
“Cues are sensory. They can come from what you see, hear, touch, taste, or smell.”
The Value of Awareness
There are cues all around you. Spotting them is very helpful because it can lower stress, overwhelm, and feelings of busyness. Taking a moment to recognize an indicator gives you space to be aware of what you’re feeling and gently choose your next step.
What would help you put this into practice? In which areas could this be most beneficial? I’d love to hear your thoughts. I invite you to join the conversation.
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