Why is mindfulness hard to enter sometimes?
Short Answer
It’s harder when stress is high, sleep is poor, or attention is fragmented. The mind may be protecting itself by staying in planning or worrying mode. In those moments, gentler anchors (body sensation, sound) often work better than forcing focus.
Why This Matters
Most people fail at mindfulness because they treat it like a performance. Understanding entry conditions—attention, body state, and context—makes mindfulness repeatable without force. This turns practice into a skill instead of a mood you chase.
Where This Changes
Entry is harder under stress, poor sleep, or high stimulation. In those cases, use shorter sessions, more external anchors (sound, sight), or gentle movement rather than intensifying inward focus.