Table of Contents
- 1 Mindfulness:
- 2 Key Aspects of Mindfulness:
- 3 Benefits of Practicing Mindfulness:
- 4 Simple Daily Mindfulness Practices:
- 5 Mindfulness and Neuroscience:
- 6 "Mindfulness is simply being aware of what is happening right now without wishing it were different." — James Baraz
- 7 "Mindfulness is the aware, balanced acceptance of the present experience." — Sylvia Boorstein
- 8 Manifest Mi Dreams - Team
Mindfulness:
The practice of being fully present and aware of the current moment — acknowledging thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations, and the environment without judgment.
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Key Aspects of Mindfulness:
- Present-Moment Awareness:
- Focusing on the “now” rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future.
- Non-Judgmental Observation:
- Observing your thoughts and feelings without labelling them as “good” or “bad.”
- Acceptance:
- Allowing things to be as they are — accepting both pleasant and unpleasant experiences.
- Intentional Attention:
- Being aware of what you’re doing as you’re doing it (e.g., mindful eating, walking, breathing).
Benefits of Practicing Mindfulness:
- Reduces stress and anxiety
- Enhances emotional regulation
- Improves concentration and focus
- Boosts immune function
- Increases self-awareness and empathy
- Improves sleep and lowers blood pressure
Simple Daily Mindfulness Practices:
- Mindful Breathing:
- Focus on your breath for 1–2 minutes. Inhale deeply, exhale slowly.
- Body Scan:
- Bring attention to each part of your body from head to toe, noticing any tension.
- Gratitude Pause:
- Pause and reflect on 3 things you’re grateful for in the moment.
- Mindful Walking:
- Walk slowly and notice each step, the feel of your feet, and the rhythm of your breath.
- Mindful Eating:
- Eat slowly and notice textures, flavours, and sensations without distractions.
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Mindfulness and Neuroscience:
Studies using MRI scans show that mindfulness meditation can:
- Shrink the amygdala (fear center)
- Strengthen the prefrontal cortex (decision-making and awareness)
- Increase gray matter density in areas related to memory and learning