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5 Easy Steps For Mindfulness

Here are 5 Easy Steps for Mindfulness – to decrease stress in your life

Find a comfortable – quiet location when possible – however you can, and use these steps even at work or in other locations. Sit relaxed.

Set an alarm if you want for 2 to 3 minutes 0- you can make it longer each time if you want; however there are benefits from meditating for 2 minutes.

Find an object to look at or close your eyes. Either technique can be relaxing. Try both so that you can decide which one works best for you.

Breathing is the key to being present with your body and self. Inhale for 3 seconds (say in your mind calming – calming – calming) Hear your breath going into your lungs – hold it for a second, exhale for 5 seconds (say in your mind releasing – releasing – releasing) Hear your breath going out of your lungs.

When done, stretch and hug yourself.

Stress is a part of life – How much you choose to manage it is about CHOICES. Make the CHOICE to meditate for two minutes very day, You can do 2 to 3 minutes several times a day if you would like.