Mindfulness

Overview

Mindfulness and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) are ways to relieve the effects of stress on our mind, body, and life! You and your peers tell us that stress is a major issue that keeps you from being your best, particularly as a student, so do you want to be a little better? Well read on, because here is an antidote. Expert Jon Kabat-Zinn tells us “Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally.” It is based on ancient practices teaching waking up in the moment, and being fully present for the richness of each moment in our lives. Within this awakening, we gain access to our deepest inner resources for living, healing, and coping with stress. So why do this? It is a pretty easy way to reap some amazing benefits. Scientific evidence consistently demonstrates that regularly practicing mindfulness significantly reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety, mitigates panic attacks and leads to a sense of resiliency, happiness and overall well-being. This is a great tool for a student! It is easy, free and painless. Just like anything new, it may feel awkward at first; it gets easier with practice and the benefits continue to pile up the more you do. So how do you do it? Read on... give it a try!

Jeff Explains the Essence and Practice of Mindfulness Meditation from Jeff Warren Links to an external site..

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