Mindfulness is the process in which a person is very well aware and conscious of everything that is happening around them. This is the normal meaning you will find in the dictionaries but “Mindfulness” is also being used therapeutically for the development and the betterment of one’s own mental health. Let us see what that is.
Selfcare - Mindfulness
Mindfulness is considered to be one of those very important things to lead a happy and healthy life. It is a state in which one will be aware and focused on the present moment and experience it to the fullest. This will help you understand and acknowledge your feelings, thoughts, sensations and so on.
Why is it important to Life in the Present
Why mindfulness is Important? We live in a fast-paced world where everyone multitasks like a pro. in fact you are multitasking every minute of your life right now. Want to know how??
You are currently be reading this extremely interesting post. At the same time, you are probably checking out whether your toddler is eating something that they shouldn’t be eating and also checking out the food that is being cooked in the kitchen. Now, did you realize you are doing three tasks at a time and you will almost miss experiencing everything to the fullest? This way you work like an automated machine without actually getting connected to it. Just take a moment and reflect on how much you are missing out when you are not paying attention.
When you give your full attention to the present and focus on it and accept it completely without judgment, you will be able to reduce stress much more and lead a happy life.
It is said that it brings a lot of goodness in the aspect of mental health. In recent times, psychotherapists are turning towards Mindfulness meditation because it has a lot of positive impacts on people. It treats OCD, stress, depression, anxiety attacks and so on.
When you practice mindfulness, you will be able to lead a satisfying life because when you focus on the present there are few chances for you to worry and regret about the future and past respectively. Focusing on the present will actually help you live in the moment and appreciate the happiness in the littlest things. It is scientifically proven that mindfulness will not only help you have better mental health but also help you improve your physical health.
What ?? Physical health ??
Yeah!! When you are mindful, it will help you relieve stress, it treats heart disease, reduces pain, gastrointestinal issues improves sleep and many such things. Now, tell me isn’t it the very easiest way to take care of yourself?
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