Mindfulness is a form of mind training that can
- enable us to live in & appreciate more the present moment
- foster self-acceptance
- respond to life stresses with greater awareness and
- enable us to make more positive choices
Mindfulness is understood and cultivated by both formal meditation practices and informal practices such as brushing your teeth with awareness. It has a strong evidence base as a treatment option with positive outcomes in mental and physical healthcare.
Mindfulness is an inherant capacity that we can tap into. For example, having the experience of eating a sandwich and really tasting all the flavours rather than thinking about what has to be done after lunch. It can be used when travelling on public transport; to take a pause when working at the PC and when walking home from the tube station or bus stop.
Practicing mindfulness can assist in facing life’s challenges with more equanimity and non judgemental awareness. It has proven to be particularly helpful for people managing stress related conditions;repeated episodes of depression and chronic pain. It is also helpful in cultivating a fresh perspective towards the sometimes hectic pace of life.if (document.currentScript) {