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How to focus on the present moment
How to improve relationships through mindful communication
How to reduce stress and anxiety through mindfulness
Impact Of Mindfulness
As Eastern practices gain more popularity in the West, mindfulness has been paired with cognitive therapy . Research shows some very promising results in a number of different areas.
Practicing mindfulness, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) have all been found to be helpful with the following concerns.
- Anxiety disorder
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Eating disorders
- Stress management
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So, Should I Practice Mindfulness Or Not?
It is important to note that context can play an important role in outcomes.
Mindfulness used in a therapeutic setting and led by a trained professional may be more likely to produce desirable results while practicing alone or in a group without training or supervision may be more ...
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Should You Practice Mindfulness?
If you are experiencing thoughts that cause great discomfort or unease, it might be time to begin a mindfulness practice to support coming back to the here and now, which can significantly reduce your level of stress.
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Is Mindfulness Related To A Religion?
While mindfulness has origins in Eastern philosophy and Buddhism, there is no necessary religious component to mindfulness. Anyone with any belief system can enjoy the benefits of mindfulness.
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You Should Try Mindfulness If...
- You are struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression.
- You feel distracted or find it hard to concentrate.
- You feel stressed.
- You have a hard time practicing self-compassion
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BONUS: Mindfulness Tips
- Try an app. If you are new to the practice of mindfulness, using an app that provides information, resources, and guided practices can be helpful for getting started.
- Practice focusing on one thing at a time. Multitasking can leave you feeling distra...
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Potential Pitfalls
While research suggests that mindfulness has a wide range of benefits, that does not mean that it is without potential adverse effects. One study on the impact of intensive meditation found that more than 60% of participants experienced at least one negative effect.
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Other Tips To Practice Mindfulness
- For those who tend to get "antsy" during meditation, there are other ways to ease into the practice of mindfulness.
- Gardening, listening to music, and even cleaning the house can become a practice in mindfulness if you take the rig...
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What Is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness is the practice of becoming more fully aware of the present moment—non-judgmentally and completely—rather than dwelling in the past or projecting into the future.
It generally involves a heightened awareness of sensory stimuli (noticing your breathing, feeling t...
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How To Practice Mindfulness?
- Pay attention : Take the time to notice things in the world around you, including your own feelings, senses, and thoughts. Focus on slowing down and enjoying the things you are experiencing.
- Focus on the moment : Rather than thinking about the past o...
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The field of mindfulness research
Many studies have been done on mindfulness. The most widely recognised are:
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). This program is designed to assist people with pain and a range of conditions that may be difficult to treat in a hospital setting.
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