Start by listening to some neutral music such as classical or instrumental music or a song that you have no pre-association with, for example your ex-girlfriend has not recommended. Find a quiet place for 5 minutes and use your earphones to listen to the music while gently closing your eyes. Throughout the music, avoid forming any opinions of like or dislike. Accept the music for what it is, without judgment and listen till you're fully immersed. If you do this listening exercise often enough, you'll be surprised how much more you're picking up when you listen without interfering thoughts or
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