Self ImprovementMeditating in the Middle of ChaosLife is full of uncertainty, so why not embrace itSavePrintThe urgent swirl of modern life can overwhelm our senses, which makes taking a moment to accept the chaos one of the best ways to transcend it. Isabell Winter on UnsplashLeo Babauta3/15/2019|Updated: 10/19/2022Gusts of wind and rain swirled through my mom’s tropical flower garden in Guam as I meditated.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentLeo BabautaAuthorLeo Babauta is the author of six books and the writer of Zen Habits, a blog with over 2 million subscribers. Visit ZenHabits.netAuthor’s Selected ArticlesIt’s Just Fear—Overthinking Can Trap You in Worry and DoubtDec 10, 2025Build the Habit of Showing UpOct 23, 20255 Ways to Break Out of a Dull LifeOct 17, 2025The Power of Small Actions to Reset Your LifeAug 25, 2025Related Topicsmeditationchaospracticing mindfulnesscalm mind