Mindfulness: A Tool for Well-Being and Coping with Stress

Stress and Bouncing Thoughts

We often get lost in thoughts bouncing from past and future when under stress. This can be exhausting and create clouded judgment, adding to existing stress. A powerful practice to help bring you to the present moment or now, which provides clarity and reduces stress, is mindfulness.

What is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment, through a gentle, nurturing lens.

Scientific Definition:

Mindfulness is the self-regulation of attention with an attitude of curiosity, openness, and acceptance.

What Can Mindfulness Do for You?

Studies show that mindfulness can help improve and maintain your overall psychological health.

• life satisfaction
• agreeableness
• self-esteem
• optimism

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

• anxiety
• depression
• anger
• rumination

Meditation, Breath, and Stress

Meditation means pivoting away from distracting thoughts and focusing on the present moment. Long slow breathing, used in meditation and mindfulness, has a powerful physiological response that helps you reduce and recover from stress.

Studies show meditation can improve:

• self-compassion
• well-being

Breathing is a powerful tool that can be used in any moment.

 

Learn More

You can learn more about the relationship between mindfulness and stress by visiting the link below:

Mindfulness and Stress: A Tale of Mutual Consequences