We live in a wired world, constantly bombarded by texts, calls and the pressure of meeting the demands and expectations of others. This can leave us feeling overwhelmed and struggling to adapt to the rapid changes around us. If we're not mindful we may find ourselves exhausted with the feeling on being constantly, ‘on.’
Mindfulness offers us a way to break free of the constant busyness, to step off the hamster wheel and bring a sense of balance and tranquility in our daily lives. Rather than existing on 'auto-pilot', - our body is in one place (the car) and mind in another (next week), mindfulness teaches us to slow down, regain equilibrium and connect with the present moment. By doing so we can start anew, feeling refreshed, revitalised and equipped with a healthy perspective.
What can I do today?
It's widely recognised that how you start your day is important. However, if you get off to a stressful start, don't worry. Now, is always the time, which means anytime is a good time to begin! Integrating some easy Mindful practices into your everyday routine may just help you to centre yourself as you begin your day.
Taking some time out to be still and quiet everyday is really important. It's a chance to take a breath, to reconnect and settle inward. We come to know ourselves more deeply.
Introducing small practices into your everyday routine is a good place to begin.
Start small, "Just for Today Practice"
Engaging in simple everyday mindfulness practices means our stress levels decrease, we experience more balance and perspective and we can get on with living our lives despite any drama! That's not to say we run away from drama but we are better equipped to manage stressful events in our lives authentically.
If you want any further information about these steps, or would like to be part of a WhatsApp group to receive daily reminders please feel free to email and let me know.
Mindfulness offers us a way to break free of the constant busyness, to step off the hamster wheel and bring a sense of balance and tranquility in our daily lives. Rather than existing on 'auto-pilot', - our body is in one place (the car) and mind in another (next week), mindfulness teaches us to slow down, regain equilibrium and connect with the present moment. By doing so we can start anew, feeling refreshed, revitalised and equipped with a healthy perspective.
What can I do today?
It's widely recognised that how you start your day is important. However, if you get off to a stressful start, don't worry. Now, is always the time, which means anytime is a good time to begin! Integrating some easy Mindful practices into your everyday routine may just help you to centre yourself as you begin your day.
Taking some time out to be still and quiet everyday is really important. It's a chance to take a breath, to reconnect and settle inward. We come to know ourselves more deeply.
Introducing small practices into your everyday routine is a good place to begin.
Start small, "Just for Today Practice"
- Start small: pick one practice to do 'just for today'.
- On waking take, 5 slow breaths (inhale 4, hold 4, exhale 4).
- Set a time today to sit quietly—even 2 minutes helps.
- Pick an everyday moment as a reminder to take a pause for yourself (e.g when the kettle boils).
- Before checking texts or emails, take a moment to centre yourself.
- Mindful eating/drinking: today focus and slowly savour the taste, smell, texture, sensation of a snack.
- Practice gratitude: list 5 things you’re thankful for today.
- Mindful walking: notice the sensation of your feet on the ground.
- Set tech limits; and be fully present when using devices.
- Be kind to yourself—treat yourself like you're you own best friend.
- Try a quick body scan: notice tension, breathe, stretch if needed.
- Listen fully without interrupting and notice judging.
- Choose your words, speak with intention and care.
- Notice negative self-talk and be super kind to yourself today.
- Pause during the day to notice tension and breathe it out.
- Take some nourishing “you” time to do what you love
- Today take a moment to use your senses fully—smell, taste, touch, see, and listen.
Engaging in simple everyday mindfulness practices means our stress levels decrease, we experience more balance and perspective and we can get on with living our lives despite any drama! That's not to say we run away from drama but we are better equipped to manage stressful events in our lives authentically.
If you want any further information about these steps, or would like to be part of a WhatsApp group to receive daily reminders please feel free to email and let me know.