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Mindful of mindfulness

🌟 Good evening, lovely people! 🌟

In today’s Becoming Conscious Daily post, I'm diving into being mindful of mindfulness!

Over the last year or so I've been adding a lot more mindful moments in my day, and mindfulness is not just about enabling us to cope with the day-to-day stress of our lives, but it's also about taking small steps daily, to embrace physical, mental, and emotional well-being. What we do daily we achieve in the long run!

So what’s mindfulness really about?… And to be honest I think mindfulness can be as unique as your own personal perspective and therefore can be interpreted into whatever works best for you.

Typically, mindfulness is the art of being present and fully engaged with whatever we're doing at the moment—free from distraction, stress or judgment. By integrating mindfulness into our daily routines, we can improve our overall health, enhance our relationships, and live more deeply and fully. It allows us to respond more effectively to stress, boosts our concentration, and promotes a deeper understanding of our bodies and minds.

My personal interpretation of mindfulness comes from the angle of self love and compassion. I am typically juggling many things at any given time and so my mindful moments feel like a practice of self-love and creating space.

So what are some of the benefits, if you’re not already sneaking it into your day?

Mindfulness has been shown to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. It has been shown to improve cognitive function, increase concentration, and enhance creativity. On a physical level, it can help to lower blood pressure, heart rate. reduce chronic pain and improve sleep. Emotionally, it provides a greater capacity to deal with the challenges of every day live and relationships with less reactivity and more balanced perspectives.

A few things to try on for size:

1. Mindful Mornings: Start your day with a mindful moment. This could be a short meditation, a few minutes of deep breathing, or simply setting intentions for the day ahead.

2. Mindful Eating: Turn meals into a practice of mindfulness by eating slowly and without distractions. Focus on the Flavours, textures, and smells of your food, and consider the nutritional role it plays in your health.

3. Mindful Movement: Whether it’s yoga, walking, or stretching, incorporate movement into your day that allows you to be fully present in your body. Notice the sensations of each movement and how your body feels.

4. Mindful Work Breaks: Take short breaks during your workday to step away from your tasks. Use this time to practice deep breathing or a quick body scan to reduce tension and refresh your mind.

5. Mindful Communication: Engage fully with others when speaking or listening. Be present in your conversations, which can lead to more meaningful interactions and stronger connections.

Once you have or if you’ve already tried some of the above, here are some hacks to add more mindful moments into your life:

· Establish a Routine: Dedicate specific times of your day for mindfulness practices. Consistency helps these activities become second nature.

· Use Apps and Alarms: Technology can assist by reminding you to take mindful moments throughout your day.

· Create Mindful Spaces: Designate spaces in your home or workplace that encourage mindfulness. This could be a small corner with a comfortable seat and soft lighting for meditation or reading.

· Mindfulness in Leisure: Choose leisure activities that encourage mindfulness, such as gardening, painting, or playing music.

I am sure you have lots of personal views that are unique to you when you have tried or used mindfulness, so I’d love to hear how you incorporate mindfulness into your day.

As ever, I hope these daily posts trigger you to remember what feels best for you, or things you can try to create more happiness, peace, love and abundance in your life!

Here’s to a more mindful, healthy, and joyful you! 🌿💖

With love,

Helene

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