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Mindfullness - Getting Started
Mindful.org is comprehensive website featuring articles, podcasts, videos and tips to support with achieving mindfulness for both adults and children. This website narrows down mindfulness into categories including meditation, sleep, compassion, movement and focus to enable people to find the right form of mindfulness for them.
We are so lucky to live in one of the most beautiful areas in the country and to have the wonderful South West coastal path on our doorstep. Walking and being out in nature is a great way to achieve mindfulness and a clear headspace. Take a look at the South West coastal path's official website, with lots of different walks and tips for enjoying our surroundings.
Micro moments - Whether it's working from home, or a day when you are finding it difficult to see the positive, dotting micro-moments throughout your day can bring a sense of joy and mindfulness. Micro-moments can be anything you find pleasing, such as the smell of your favourite hand cream, listening to your favourite song or enjoying a warm cup of tea.
A quick morning meditation to help you drop in and be present in the first few minutes of your day. You'd be surprised how effective just 5 minutes of focused breathing can be in starting your day off on a positive note.
This 10-minute meditation is a gentle reminder that in order to care for your whole self you must first be at peace in your mind - it's all connected!
For those of you feeling a little more energetic, here is a more active at-home yoga sequence that will get lift your heart-rate and help you to let go of anxiety and really connect with your body. We promise you'll feel great afterwards!
