counseling Frisco, Tx
Sarah Stoddard
Marriage and Family Therapy associate
#204638
What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness is intentional, nonjudgmental awareness. When we are mindful, we choose what we will focus on and give it our full, curious attention.
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Eating a piece of chocolate slowly and deliberately—savoring every moment of the experience.
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Giving complete attention to what a child is saying—tuning out other distractions so that you can be present with him or her.
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Choosing to focus wholly on your spouse during sex—bringing your attention back to them through the whole experience.
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Noticing your emotions during conflict— being aware of how they show up in your body
Some examples of mindfulness
Why practice mindfulness?
Learning to intentionally channel our focus is a skill that takes a lifetime to get really good at, but in the meantime, there are all kinds of mental health and happiness benefits for those who choose to work at it and
PRACTICE IT.
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Mindfulness helps with
relationships
problem solving
decision making
physical health
mental health
self awareness
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You can practice mindfulness by:
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Focusing on your breath for 2 minutes
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Naming 5 emotions you felt so far today, why you felt them, and how they feel in your body
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Partnering up with someone to give a hug that lasts for 5 minutes, making sure to be curious about any thoughts and emotions you experience during the hug
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Focusing on a work of art and all the thoughts and feelings that come up for you as a result of what you see
Ways to practice mindfulness
