Practicing Mindfulness
- Deanna Marie
- Apr 14, 2022
- 1 min read
Did you know that practicing mindfulness is a natural way to reduce stress levels and become more aware of your own body, mind, & spirit?
What is mindfulness?
Practicing mindfulness is when you focus on your body’s feelings and sensations in the present moment, without judgement or interpreting the meaning. While you are in this state of focus in the present moment, it is a form of meditation. During this form of meditation, you may practice breathing exercises. Other forms of practicing mindfulness can involve guided imagery, stretching, and yoga. (Mayo Clinic, 2020).
How to Practice Mindfulness?
Relaxation techniques
Body Scan meditation
Guided & non-guided meditation
Stretching, Yoga, & Tai Chi
Breathing Techniques
(Mayo Clinic, 2020).
What are the Benefits of Practicing Mindfulness?
Stress reduction
Improves working memory
Improves focus
Improves immunity
Improves emotional response (American Psychological Association, 2012).
You can find other great benefits of practicing mindfulness here... https://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/07-08/ce-corner#:~:text=Among%20its%20theorized%20benefits%20are,with%20kindness%2C%20acceptance%20and%20compassion.
This website has other great tips on practicing mindfulness...
Watch this short video to learn how to practice mindfulness...
Try this 5-minute guided meditation to experience mindfulness...
References
American Psychological Association (2012). What are the benefits of mindfulness. Retrieved from
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/07-08/ce-corner#:~:text=Among%20its%20theorized%20benefits%20are,with%20kindness%2C%20acceptance%20and%20compassion.
Mayo Clinic (2020). Mindfulness Exercises. Retrieved from
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/in-depth/mindfulness-exercises/art- 20046356
HelpGuide (2022). Benefits of Mindfulness. Retrieved from
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