Mindfulness is the practice of balancing your mind. It is a place of no judgment. Bringing your attention to your thoughts and feelings in the present moment allows you to center your focus. Trying new things can be a bit awkward at first. Even so, the key is to practice until it becomes automatic.
Going Inward
Controlling racing thoughts
Mindfulness can be practiced with various techniques. A favorite quick and easy go to is called “check your senses.” Checking your senses gains focus and calmness. It’s really that simple. Here are easy steps to achieve mindfulness. please, take at least five seconds for each answer and longer, if needed AND great news! There are no wrong answers.
Steps to Achieve Mindfulness
In this moment, right now what do you hear? A fan, the tv, voices? Look around and what do you see? What do you smell? Is the air stale? Are there lingering odors from food? In this moment what do you physically feel from touch? Is it the weight of a blanket? Sitting on a chair? What physical sensation are you aware of? What is the taste in your mouth right now? That’s all. This technique brings your mind into the moment. Mindfulness breaks the loop of anxiety. The racing thoughts stop replaying. Mindfulness improves mental clarity and focus. Staying mindful increases well-being.
To practice mindfulness, you can try paying attention to your breath, the sensations in your body, or your surroundings, without trying to change or judge anything. Also, You can also try bringing mindfulness to everyday activities. Practice mindfulness every day. By focusing your attention on the present moment and “checking your senses” you can find relief from mental anguish.
Be patient while learning new tools
Last but not least the mind wanders so, it’s important to be patient with yourself. Don’t get discouraged. Practice develops the habit of mindfulness. By bringing attention back to the present you control racing thoughts and anxiety. Go ahead, give it a try. You deserve a peaceful mind.