One great way to get present is to practice noticing your breathing. Breathing is one thing we do constantly, but often subconsciously. Take a moment today to stop, and without trying to change anything, just notice:
- the pacing of your breath (fast or slow)
- the depth of your breathing (shallow or deep)
- how your body moves as you breathe (your chest/belly rising and falling)
- the sensation of air flowing in and out of your nose (cool in, warm out)
- the sound of air as you inhale and exhale
If you get distracted by external noises or internal thoughts, just acknowledge that they pulled your attention away, and refocus on your next breath.