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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
1. Take A Seat
Find a place where you are comfortable and sit down. You can kneel or cross your legs also. Whatever feels comfortable for you.
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5. Notice When Your Mind Has Wondered
Take notice when your mind has wandered from your breath and put the focus back onto it as soon as you can.
It may be hard at first, but eventually, you will be able to regain focus quickly.
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6. Be Kind To Wandering Mind
Your mind will wander from time to time, but remember to be kind to yourself. A judgemental attitude will only cause your mind to wander more.
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A Picture From The Article to Summarise
Hope you are able to start practising mindfulness today.
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3. Notice Your Body
As you are completing mindfulness, think about the times your body feels tense or uneased. Is it when your mind is wandering or when you are focused?
It will be good to take note of this for the next session.
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Things to Consider Before You Start
1. You do not need to buy anything. You can practice mindfulness anywhere that is comfortable for you.
2. The goal is not to quiet your mind. Your brain is the most active thing in your body, it can not be quiet.
3. Your mind will wander. It is natural for our brains to wander and t...
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2. Set a Limit
If you are just starting out try not to do it for too long. Try between 5-10 minutes. As you get better, you can make this time longer.
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4. Feel Your Breath
Follow the sensations of your breath and try to focus on them. Be at peace with your breathing as it goes in and out.
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Be comfortable in a quiet place
To get started, it doesn't matter whether you sit or lay down as long as you are comfortable.
You can sit cross-legged, on the floor, or on a chair. Then have the palms of your hands face the sky.
How to Sit
If you can sit on the floor, have blankets or a cushion to sit on.
Try a cross-legged position like sukasana. If cross-legged isn't comfortable, try virasana. If you can't sit on the floor, that's fine too. Find a chair where you can sit up straight with both your...
Hand Positions
You can try any position you have seen, but you can also just place your hands in your lap or place the hands on your knees with the palms up or down. Find a position that is comfortable for you.
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