In a world that is always on the go, it can be hard to find time to slow down and be present. However, mindfulness is so important for our mental and emotional wellbeing. Being mindful means being aware of the present moment, without judgement. It sounds simple, but it can be hard to do in practice. If you’re looking to add more mindfulness into your daily life this post is for you!
What is Mindfulness?
1. Set aside time each day for a mindfulness practice
This can look however you want it to—it doesn’t have to be sitting in silence for an hour (although it could be!). Even just five minutes of deep breathing or journaling each day can make a big difference. The important thing is that you’re carving out time each day to be intentional about being present.
2. Make a conscious effort to pay attention to your thoughts and emotions
3. Be gentle with yourself
Mindfulness is a practice, and like with any practice, there will be good days and bad days. On the days when you struggle to be present or find yourself getting lost in your thoughts, cut yourself some slack. remind yourself that this is a journey, not a destination—and that every day is an opportunity to start fresh.
Read more on mindfulness in my book, Shattered But Not Broken:
A Doctor's Transformational Journey From Illness to Resilience
