Mind States and Mindfulness

Choose a frequent and difficult mind state that arises in meditation - like irritation, fear, boredom, lust, doubt, or restlessness.
For a week, be particularly aware each time this state arises during meditation.
Watch for it.
See what precedes it, how it begins, how long it lasts, and when it ends.
Is it a strong or weak mind state?
Be aware of mental or physical resistance felt when the mind state arises.
Soften and receive.
Sit and be aware.

Let the mind state arise,
observe it,
and let it go.