Learn How To Practice Mindfulness Everyday | 9 Easy Ways to Be Mindful
How To Practice Mindfulness Every Day: Mindfulness has become so popular now days because of all the stress and neuroses that we are forced to deal with in our social, work and family environment and this is compounded with the high speed tempo of the information age, so it has become almost commonplace to take the time and chill out, relax or fill the day with mindfulness activates. Even modern therapies now uses a form of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. (MBCT) to effectively treat depression.
Mindfulness is regarded by practitioners of all Buddhist traditions as essential not only for the development of insight, but also for the cultivation and maintenance of ethical discipline. Of course this is old news to Buddhist scholars and practitioners, though it is sometimes surprising to non-Buddhist. And that is in part why Mindfulness has become so popular, so that instead of needing to chill out at set times every day we can practice mindfulness throughout our day and if done correctly we can stay relaxed and de-stress while still being productive at work.
Mindfulness’, first spelled as ‘myndfullnesse’ refers to the state or quality of being mindful of one’s attention, memory; intention, or purpose, or more simply we could say that Mindfulness means that we are living every moment like it is the last – living with intent, having a clear mind, and being mindful of the body and mind’s needs, in a way Mindfulness is living as if fully awake and aware of ones actions.
If you want to be mindful, you can achieve this at any time, since self-awareness is always with you, you just need to remember to detach from the emotion of the moment and become aware or mindful of your actions, and to support to do this I have compiled a list of ways in which you can practice mindfulness.
Some of the ways in which you can practice mindfulness.
Morning practice – try a mindfulness exercise when you wake up, before starting your day, take a few moments to focus on deep breathing, try to inhale all the smells and sounds and fill your lungs with fresh air and the awareness of your environment. Breathe in the smells and sounds just like it was air.
If you take a moment to contemplate, you will discover that there are moments in your life that you are grateful for, try mentally listing some of these those, then take a moment to enjoy the memory of these times, moments or things.
By remembering that there are things that you should be grateful for puts the mind in a positive frame, and just as mindful breathing supports a healthy body so is a positive state of mind is equality important.
Situations that cause anxiety or stress are perfect moments to practice mindful breathing. Breath and focus on what you are grateful for and draw that positive force into the now moment.
Mindfulness is also about letting go and taking time for yourself each day, and letting your mind and thoughts just flow, without observing and interrupting them. Just chill and give the mind a break.
Try Mindful listening – when in a conversation this is a perfect time to start practicing your mindfulness; try to just listen to the conversation, give your attention fully to the other person, pay attention to how they seem to be feeling and empathize with their feelings and needs. This stepping outside of yourself frees the mind of its own burden of self-importance.
Mindfulness is also about letting go and taking time for yourself each day, and letting your mind and thought just flow, without observing and interrupting them.
Mindful listening – when in a conversation it is a perfect time to start practicing your mindfulness; try not to just listen to conversation, but to put some effort in understanding the other person perspective, pay attention on how they seem to be feeling and empathize with their feelings and needs. This stepping outside of yourself frees the mind of its own burden of self-importance.
One thing at a time makes a mindful mind – multitasking was once thought to make us more productive, but that is now proven not to be true; when we are trying to do more than one thing at a time we are pushing our body, brain, mind and thoughts, we start to feel stressed and anxious; so if we want a mindful day, we must change this habit; doing one thing at a time helps us make less mistakes, finishes things faster and with more efficiency. Our concentration is fully present on that single thing or activity.
Mediation is also a great part of feeling mindful – try practicing meditation and or some basic yoga to add more mindfulness in your life and to reduce stress.
Remember mindfulness means doing things deliberately and with intent this not only increases pleasure and enjoyment – it’s also a perfect mindfulness practice.
Mindfulness is a subtle process and the more you practice it the more blissful and spontaneous your life becomes.
Mindfulness is not a luxury. Everyone can afford it, if they are persistent enough, and if one really wants to feel good. With everyday practice, mindfulness will help you to reach your best potential. Your mind and body will be more efficient and less distracted. If you keep practicing mindfulness every day you will be able to turn your negative thoughts positive, and you will find the calm and bliss you deserve.
With everyday practice, mindfulness will help you to reach your best potential. Your mind and body will be more efficient and less distracted. If you keep practicing mindfulness every day you will be able to turn your negative thoughts positive, and you will find the calm and bliss you deserve.
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