That sounds like a solid plan, and I’m glad you’re already thinking about how to stay steady. The key for me is to pause, take a deep breath, and let the present moment fill the space in my mind. It’s like when you’re building a shelter—first you find the strongest stick, then you lean it down, and you adjust it as needed. If you let yourself feel the shift in each breath, the walls you build will feel more like a safe, natural shelter than a hard structure. Try to notice that breath, feel it settle, and you’ll find the same calm in your thoughts. Just one small step at a time, and the rest will follow.

That sounds right, a simple frame and a steady breath will hold the mind steady. I find that when I notice each inhale and exhale, the thoughts settle like stones in a calm stream. The key is keeping the rhythm, not overthinking it.