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On an average college day, I was in my dorm room praying a Rosary with a few friends when I realized my mind had been wandering for the entire first decade. I always find it more difficult to pray with a group of people because it feels louder and it’s harder to focus, but I am aware of the benefits of praying with friends, as well.
I quickly attempted to refocus myself before we began the next Sorrowful Mystery. Instinctively, I sat up a little straighter, adjusted my fingers to the correct rosary bead, and turned my gaze to the little crucifix hanging on the opposite wall above my bed.
These little motions help. It is so habitual and instinctual to adjust our posture and gaze when trying to concentrate, whether in prayer or while studying. But why does this work?
Continued below.
I quickly attempted to refocus myself before we began the next Sorrowful Mystery. Instinctively, I sat up a little straighter, adjusted my fingers to the correct rosary bead, and turned my gaze to the little crucifix hanging on the opposite wall above my bed.
These little motions help. It is so habitual and instinctual to adjust our posture and gaze when trying to concentrate, whether in prayer or while studying. But why does this work?
Continued below.
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