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Mindfulness Exercise #5:  Being Observant of Your Body

Mindfulness Exercise #5: Being Observant of Your Body

Use mindfulness meditation techniques, such as stretching or yoga, to become more observant of your body. You may not be aware of how stressed and tense different muscles are. This could also be contributing to your anxiety.

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Mindfulness Exercise #1:  Deep Breathing

Mindfulness Exercise #1: Deep Breathing

A part of mindfulness meditation is focusing on your breathing. Deep, steady breathing helps deliver more oxygen to your system and allows you to maintain focus. You can do this whenever you want to. Just breathe in deeply through the nose, hold for a moment, then exhale through the mouth.

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Mindfulness Exercise #3:  Conscious Eating

Mindfulness Exercise #3: Conscious Eating

Do you inhale your food instead of truly tasting it? You can slow down and truly experience your meal by using mindfulness meditation at mealtimes. For instance:

  • Take one bite of food at a time.
  •  Slowly chew your food.
  • Be aware of how it tastes.
  • Take note of the...

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Mindfulness Exercise #7:  Smile More

Mindfulness Exercise #7: Smile More

Really! Smiling helps us to relax. Humor and laughter can be great antidotes for coping with the absurdity of life, and the stress that often comes with it. Also, when we smile, we tend to feel more open and accepting of other people and situations.

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Mindfulness Exercise #4:  Being Observant of Your Surroundings

Mindfulness Exercise #4: Being Observant of Your Surroundings

Many of us just get through our day, unaware of the little details that make up our lives. Even in the office, a place where many of us spend so much of our lives, we may not be fully aware of our Rexburg surroundings. When taking a break, instead of staring at your computer, take a moment to sit...

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Mindfulness Exercise #6:  Really Listen

Mindfulness Exercise #6: Really Listen

It’s amazing how to notice how easy it is to have so many conversations throughout any given day, but not really listen. Listening is an art in itself. Oftentimes we may be tempted to jump in while someone else is talking. We want to get across what we are thinking, yet are not listening to the o...

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7 Mindfulness Exercises to Help You Cope with Anxiety

7 Mindfulness Exercises to Help You Cope with Anxiety

Sometimes anxiety can seem like a daily struggle. The feelings that cause tension and stress can be overwhelming. However, by incorporating mindfulness exercises into your daily routine, you can take a proactive step towards finding some peace of mind. 

By using mindfulness exercises, you c...

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Bottom Line on Mindfulness

Bottom Line on Mindfulness

When we have more awareness we can have a better understanding of what causes anxiety, and take proactive steps that reduces the symptoms of anxiety.

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Mindfulness Quotes

Mindfulness Quotes

“Mindfulness means being awake. It means knowing what you are doing.”

-Jon Kabat-Zinn

“When we get too caught up in the busyness of the world, we lose connection with one another – and ourselves.”

-Jack Kornfield

‘Wisdom says we are nothing. Love says we are everything. Be...

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Mindfulness Exercise #2:  Sitting Quietly

Mindfulness Exercise #2: Sitting Quietly

In our daily lives, we are constantly being pulled in different stress-causing directions. Work and family are often two main culprits, but other sources could include financial issues or and illness. Just taking five to ten minutes a day to sit quietly can make a big difference. Find a quiet pla...

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