5 easy ways to be more mindfulness Some times people are resistant to the idea of mindfulness because they think it is going to take time out of their already-busy day. But the beauty of mindfulness is that you can practice it in little spurts, and these spurts help spur you making you feel calmer…
Simple Ways to Reduce Stress in the Workplace Stressed out at work: If you make one resolution this year, choose to be more mindful in your everyday life. Sometimes that can seem easier said than done. Especially if you are stressed out and are worried that mindfulness is yet another task that has to be done.…
Enjoy the Holidays More With Mindfulness The December and Christmas holiday period can be fun, but it can also be stressful. There are parties and get-togethers with family and friends, but there is also shopping, cooking, cleaning, and a seemingly endless number of tasks, errands, and jobs to prepare for the holidays. Here are 5…
These Ways Meditation Can Make You a Better Leader A leader needs clear thinking, and mindfulness can help you achieve that. It’s a tool, and a smart leader doesn’t leave a useful tool in the box. Some people have the idea that mindfulness meditation is simply about emptying your mind. And if you are someone who is…
Mindfulness For Depression: Tips And Exercises Prevent Depression: Mindfulness has its critics. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, or MBCT was first developed by Dr Jon Kabat-Zinn from the University of Massachusetts Medical School. MBCT has been embraced by hundreds of thousands of people around the world, but some people are unconvinced. However, a new study published in the…
What Is Mindful Eating: Benefits and How to Practice One of the core mindfulness skills we teach on our programme is paying attention while doing everyday tasks. This includes eating. If we are not being mindfulness, many of us eat without tasting or experiencing our food — even a favourite meal may be wolfed down…
PTSD Meditation: How It Works and How to Try It New research has shown the mindfulness is an effective therapy for people suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The research was conducted with American soldiers who had experienced combat. They were enrolled in a 16 week programme, which included mindfulness. Their results were compared with…
Tips to Practice Mindfulness Through Knitting Form of mindfulness: Over the last few years, colouring books for adults have become incredibly popular. Not only do these help you rediscover the fun of colouring in, but concentrating on colours and shapes helps you clear your mind of chattering, persistent thoughts. I was recently asked what I…