to stay in the moment. 

LEARNING OPENNESS AND NON-JUDGEMENT.

Remember when you were a child? Was everything you were exploring a new experience?

You were not influenced by the world or anything to influence your views.

There is no prejudgment in your thinking, and you

You begin to understand the world without hesitation when you are a small child.

If you have nothing to compare your thoughts to, it is an open and flowing mind if the environment is safe and self-aware, and children can learn effectively.

Mindfulness practice is taught to children, and its effectiveness is virtuous because they are open and not judgmental.

MINDFULNESS SLOWS DOWN THOUGHTS

Slowing your thoughts helps you see more clearly, have a laser focus, and decrease anxiety.

Taking a deep breath can help you begin and alleviate anxiety by slowing the central nervous system down.

Mind-wandering is widespread with studies suggesting it makes up nearly half of our waking lives.

Self-awareness is paying attention to yourself and knowing how you feel

Self-awareness is essential to growth and learning to look at your feelings, emotions, and thoughts.

TIPS FOR MINDFULNESS PRACTICE

Acknowledging your surroundings and being aware of what is in y

Being present in the moment allows you to interpret your thoughts and emotions; however, if your mind is distracted, bring it back to the breath.

Using breathing exercises such as the three-minute breathing can motivate you when you are stressed.

Practicing breathing throughout your day, even when you are not sitting, allows you to remain calmer in stressful situations

Take walks in nature and become self-aware of the sights and sounds of the birds.

Listen to the sights and sounds, and use the five senses: hearing, smelling, tasting, touching, and seeing.

You are visualizing your experience when you cook or start a garden.

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF

There are many ways to practice mindfulness, such as sitting meditation, where you listen to a guided meditation.

And you have questions to ask yourself before you start your practice.

The art of being mindful is a way of paying attention to what is happening now in the present time.

MINDFULNESS PRACTICE RESULTS.

Practicing mindfulness daily brings value to your life,  and can assist you in developing a different way of living.

If you continue practicing mindfulness and sitting as part of your daily routine, you will reap 

Using this practice as a daily reminder to be in the moment can capture your thoughts but not overwhelm you with rumination.

It’s your choice to take the steering wheel, and mindfulness is a practice that will help you become self-aware, live intentionally, and develop a peaceful attitude.