Four Ways To Incorporate Mindfulness Into Your Daily Life
Mindfulness practice has been proven to have a number of benefits including lowering anxiety levels, improving mood, lowering stress, improving sleep, improving attention, managing chronic pain…… the list goes on. Mindfulness is a skill that is important to practice regularly, so below are 4 simple ways to incorporate mindfulness into your daily life.
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Drop An Anchor
While in a seated position plant your feet firmly on the ground and slightly push towards the floor, focusing on the sensations in your legs and feet.
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Mundane Task Mindfulness
While completing everyday tasks, such as washing the dishes, re-focus your attention to your senses. Use all five senses - sight, touch, sound, taste and smell.
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Mindfulness of Breath
While taking deep breaths focus your attention on the breath, following the air in and out of your nostrils. Notice the sensations in your body as your lungs expand and contract.
4. Try Meditation
Try meditating for 5 to 10 minutes per day. Using Apps is a great way to get into a mindfulness routine, e.g. Headspace, Calm, Insight Timer, Smiling Mind.
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