"Mindfulness is not a distraction from life,
but a means of being fully alive and engaged in it."
- Mark Williams and Danny Penman
Mindfulness is a powerful tool for reducing stress, increasing self-awareness and enhancing your overall well-being. It's all about being present in the moment and letting go of distractions and worries.
The best part?
You can start incorporating mindfulness into your daily routine with simple and unique techniques that work for you. Just like doing a sit-up, each time you bring your focus back to the present moment, you strengthen the connection between your amygdala and prefrontal cortex making it easier to stay present and therefore build your emotional resilience.
I have created this list as a pick and mix of techniques for you to try. Some you will love, and others won't be supportive but with regular practice, you'll notice a greater sense of calm, improved decision-making and stronger emotional resilience.
So start exploring mindfulness techniques today and see the difference they can make in your life!
More explanations to come, but if you would like me to explain any please email - sam@sam-isles.com
Everyday Mindfulness Techniques
Figure Of 8's
Alternate Nostril Breathing
White Light Body Scan
Counting The Breath
Count Your Steps
Count The Clouds
I am Mantra
Explore Sounds (close and far away)
Find Shapes In The Clouds
Connect Two Films/TV Shows (using the actors who have worked together)
Breathing In... Breathing Out
Breathing In Calm .. Breathing Out & Releasing
Avoid The Cracks
Love Shots ( compliment others silently)
Loving Kindness ( may we all be happy, may we all be healthy, may we all live in peace)
Mental Shower
Ear Massage
Shaking
Find Your Toes
Savour The Moment
Swing Arms
Different positions (move from lying to sitting to standing)
The Body Depth
Hands Behind Head & Look Left
Panoramic Vision
Spot Your Successes
Inhale My Friend, Exhale My Friend
There Is More In This Moment
12 States Of Attention
Thankyou Notes
Finger Tapping
Butterfly Hugs
Directional Viewing
Humming/Gargling
Arm Squeezes
Circular Breathing
Balance A Ball
Rub The Back Of Your Neck/ Scalp Massage
Balance On One Foot
Explore Your Boundary (arms outstretched)
Sensual Scent
Hum The Alphabet
Rocking
Beach/Holiday Visualisation
Push Against A Wall (hands or back)
Candle Gazing
Spot The Alphabet
Mindfully Draw Around Your Feet
Alphabet Affirmations
Choose a technique from the list, make it a part of your daily routine and experience the benefits for yourself.
Remember, mindfulness is a tool that is unique to you, and with regular practice, you'll see a positive impact on your well-being.
So, what are you waiting for? Take the first step towards a more mindful and fulfilling life now!
Ready to take your mindfulness practice to the next level?
This 10-day challenge is designed to help you build a new relationship with mindfulness and incorporate it into your daily routine.
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