Mindfulness
What is mindfulness?
A type of meditation that involves being aware of your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings in the present moment without judgment or interpretation.
Mindfulness is often associated with this type of breathing, which focuses on slow, deep inhalations and exhalations.
Deep breathing
Share one way mindfulness has helped you feel calmer or more focused during a stressful time.
Personal example of using mindfulness to reduce stress.
Demonstrate how you can use your breath to calm your mind by taking three deep breaths, each one slower and more longer than the last, and then describe how your body feels afterward.
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RAIN
Recgonize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture
What are the 4 goals of mindfulness?
1.) To Reduce Suffering
2.) To Increase Happiness
3.) To Increase Control of your Mind
4.) To Experience Reality as it is
This practice involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
Share a mindfulness activity that you enjoy and explain how it benefits your daily life.
Sharing your favorite mindfulness practice and its impact on your well-being?
Demonstrate how to turn an everyday task, like washing your hands, into a mindfulness exercise by focusing on the temperature of the water, the texture of the soap, and the movement of your hands.
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DEAR MAN
Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear confident, Negotiate
In this mind state, a person may excel in solving a math problem but struggle to understand someone’s feelings.
Rational Mind
This mindfulness practice involves intentionally bringing attention to the physical sensations of the body, often used to cultivate a deeper awareness of the connection between mind and body.
Body scan
Share a situation where you used mindfulness to manage a difficult emotion, like anger or sadness.
Describing a moment when mindfulness helped you handle a challenging emotion?
Mindfulness requires you to meditate for at least 30 minutes every day to be effective.
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PLEASE
treat Physical iLlness, Eat balanced and regular meals, Avoid mind-altering substances, Sleep, Exercise regularly
This mind state is often described as the "still, small voice" within us that knows the right path.
Wise/Logical Mind
This mindfulness activity involves focusing on a specific sound, such as a bell or chime, and noticing when the sound fades away.
Mindful listening
Share how mindfulness has changed your relationships, whether it’s with friends, family, or even yourself.
Discussing the impact of mindfulness on your interactions and connections with others?
Demonstrate how to practice mindful listening by sitting quietly, closing your eyes, and paying close attention to the sounds around you for a minute, without labeling or judging them.
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ACCEPTS
When in this mind state, a person might make decisions that satisfy immediate desires but cause long-term regret.
Emotion Mind
You’re in a social situation where you start to feel anxious and out of place. This advanced mindfulness practice involves noticing these feelings without judgment, accepting them as they are, and gently shifting your focus to the sensations in your body or your breath.
Mindful acceptance or non-judgmental awareness
Share a time when mindfulness helped you make a thoughtful decision instead of reacting impulsively.
Recounting a situation where mindfulness guided you to a more deliberate and wise choice?
Practicing mindfulness regularly can lead to increased emotional awareness and better self-regulation.
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IMPROVE