We’ve finally arrived at the last practical exercise in this series of activities to help you be more connected with the present moment and more open, flexible and curious with all that is created BETWEEN THE EARS!
First, a couple of things to consider:
- A human mind is a wandering mind, and a wandering mind is an unhappy mind.
- Stress reduces the size of the hippocampus in the brain, which is responsible for memory and learning, whereas mindfulness increases the size of the hippocampus.
- Mindfulness improves immunity, protects us from the aging process, and reduces the genetic expression of inflammation, which has been linked to depression.
Therefore, to help you practice mindfulness on a daily basis, and reap the associated benefits, it can be as easy as…
Taking FIVE BREATHS
Throughout your day, take a moment to pause and then take 5 slow, deep breaths.
- Firstly, anchor yourself by pushing your feet into the floor. Then focus on breathing out as slowly as possible, until your lungs are completely empty. Take note of the sensations of your lungs emptying and your ribcage falling as you breathe out.
- Now take a slow breath in and fill your lungs. Notice the rising of your abdomen and slight expansion of your chest as you do so.
- Notice what thoughts are passing through your mind as you fill and empty your lungs. Notice what emotions and/or sensations are passing through your body.
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