“Mindfulness” Helps You Attain a Life Well-lived

If you find yourself constantly checking emails, texts or other social media content you may be setting yourself up for anxiety, envy, discontentment or even depression. We can become drained when we spend too much time planning and multi-tasking, daydreaming and/or practicing negative thinking. 

Experts say there are steps we can take to lower your stress level and be more resilient in the face of adversity. A life well-lived is a blend of gratitude, optimism, practical wisdom and remaining open to accepting and facing up to what life has in store for us, good or bad. The old adage to “count your blessings'' is part of the lifelong process of learning to be happier and more content. 

The Mayo Clinic says the practice of mindfulness is one way to help relax the body and mind and reduce stress. They explain it is a type of meditation in which you “focus on being intensely aware of what you're sensing and feeling in the moment, without interpretation or judgment.” The practice can be done using breathing methods, guided imagery, concentration, walking mediations and more. 

One example is to slow down and try to experience your surroundings with all your senses. Practice living in the moment; and remember to treat and accept yourself as you would a good friend. Experts suggest committing to doing mindfulness exercises for a period of time such as six months to see if it helps.   

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