Staying Open

I participate in a number of relatively mindless activities that, collectively, I consider sorting time.  Activities such as weeding in my yard, playing free cell on my computer or exercising, all allow me to sort through daily events and maintain a loving and peaceful attitude.  Without adequate sorting time, I tend to become anxious and feel emotionally bound up or tight, not the least bit open.  In the event that I believe there is one major event that is bothering me, I make use of meditation specifically about that event, asking what is troubling me about it.  The combination keeps me clear and allows me to be open to the flow of life.