Mindfulness

Have you ever?

• Felt anxious
• Been stuck in thoughts about the past
• Experienced fear about the future
• Found your mind filled with continuous chatter
• Repeated negative behaviour
• Lacked motivation

Mindfulness may be able to help. It is a simple tool to help slow down, breathe, and understand our reactions to people and situations. It is learning to live in a more conscious way. When we are conscious of life around us, we can feel better able to cope with any stress that comes our way. In turn, this leaves us feeing more positive, more balanced, and contributes to our overall health and wellbeing.

Practising mindfulness based relaxation or meditation exercises does not need a lot of time. It is a simple tool, designed to release physical and mental tension and to focus attention more effectively. Health benefits include decreased anxiety and depression, improved sleep, reduction in blood pressure and stronger immune system.