​Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present in the moment and fully engaged with whatever we’re doing at the moment.

It is teaching the mind to be present.​

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What is mindulness?

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​Mindfulness is a non-religious practice with roots that can be tied to Eastern contemplative practice. Today, mindfulness is practiced by people all around the world, with many diverse languages, cultures, and spiritual beliefs.

Meditation v. mindfulness

Here’s the thing that many people find confusing about mindfulness: it’s not a temporary state of mind that is present during meditation and then vanishes for the rest of the day. Rather, mindfulness is a way of living in which — when we remember — we are able to step back and be in the present moment in any situation.​

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Meditation is the training ground for learning mindfulness.

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Of course, practicing mindfulness does not mean we never get angry — rather it allows us to be more thoughtful in how we want to respond, whether that's calmly and empathetically or perhaps, occasionally with measured anger.​

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Mindfulness doesn’t eliminate stress or other difficulties; instead, by becoming aware of unpleasant thoughts and emotions that arise because of challenging situations, we have more choice in how to handle them in the moment — and a better chance of reacting calmly and empathetically when faced with stress or challenges.​

Mindfulness and the brain

Mindfulness meditation doesn’t only change our mindset and perspective, it actually can change the shape of our brains a process known as neuroplasticity.

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Generalized neuroimaging meditation studies found that 8 weeks of mindfulness meditation also changes our brains, rewiring them towards more positive thoughts and emotions.

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​ Research shows that gray matter — the area of the brain responsible for emotional regulation, planning, and problem-solving — as well as the cortical thickness — responsible for learning and memory — both increase with regular meditation practice

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​Let's try a short mindfulness practice ourselves.

• sit up straight

• ​keep your feet flat on the floor

• relax your shoulders and arms, let your hands rest on your thighs

• Relax​ your face muscles and jaw

• close your eyes​

• Remember: ITS ALL ABOUT BREATHING

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