I took a couple days off from my meditation practice, due to my dog being sick and keeping my wife and I up at night, so I ended up opting for more sleep. I realize this wasn't the best choice, but its done, so I will try to make a stronger effort next time. In any case I got right back to it this morning. Unfortunately it was the worst session yet. My wife was up and about getting ready to go to work. Even though I was up in the loft, I could still hear her making noise and talking to the dog. I found this to be a very large distraction and couldn't focus at all. I struggled with it for about 6 min, and then just gave up for a while, until she had left for work, then I sat down and tried again. I was able to focus much more clearly and had a fairly successful second go at it.

I think from now on, on mornings where my wife has to go to work, I'll be waiting until she leaves before I sit down for my meditation. At least until I am able to block out most distractions. I think I might want to try a 'guided' meditation for my next session, so does anyone have a recommendation for any free online resources that will talk you through a meditation? Let us know in the comments if you do!

Thanks!
Improved Life