Mindfulness can help you to bring balance to mental , emotional and physical well-being .”Balance is not something you can find ,It’s something you can create “. It is a part of meditation which help you to focus on present moment and what’s happening around you . Mindfulness is about training yourself to live more in the present moment and not think about the past and future. A practice that involves you to being aware of your thoughts , feelings and in your surroundings. Mindfulness can help you to manage stress and negative emotions . It support your good mental health and gives you a happier life.
MEDITATION
Meditation helps our mind to focusing on particular thoughts and activity to achieve a mentally clear and calm state. The goal of meditation is not to control your thoughts ,it’s stop letting them control you .
“Meditation connects you with your soul and this connection gives you access to your intuition ,your heartfelt desires ,your integrity and the inspiration to create a life you love ” – Sarah Mclean
Types of Meditation
concentration Meditation – It involves to focusing attention on a single object sound such as mantra (repeating a phrase or sound and any kind of mantra in your mind ).
mindfulness meditation – Paying attention to your thoughts and feeling without any judgement .
Loving Kindness Meditation- One of the best meditation for everyone to think positive about yourself and others .
Zen Meditation – Sitting in a quiet place focusing on your breath and let go of your distraction which help you to feel energetic and peaceful .
Vipassana Meditation – This meditation help you to understand yourself better and watching your thoughts and feelings carefully.
Transcendental Meditation –Repeating a word or sound (mantra) to help you relax deeply .
Chakra Meditation – Focus the energy inside your body to feel balanced .
Benefits of Mindfulness Meditation
- Reduce stress and anxiety – Mindfulness meditation helps you to acknowledge and accept your stressful thought without any judgement that create a relaxation in your mind .
- Improved focus and concentration – It teaches you to focus on the present moment ,it helps you to concentration and avoid distraction.
- Enhanced self awareness – It helps you to understand your behaviour and encourages the awareness of your thought. It gives a greater clarity about personal values , goals and improved decision making .
- Improved sleep quality –In a state of relaxation it helps you to making it easier to fall sleep .
- Creative and problem solving skills – It enhance you in creative thinking ,better decision making and problem solving activities.
- Better emotional health-It helps you to manage your negative emotions and anxiety .
How to do mindfulness meditation -easy step by step
- Find a quiet space – Choose a quiet and comfortable place it should be a quiet room or even peaceful outdoor spots. Make sure you can sit comfortably for a few minutes. You have to sit in a comfortable position your back in a straight position but relaxed .
- set a time limit – If you are beginner start with 5-10 minutes . As you get comfortable you increase the time .
- Close your eyes – After closing your eyes gently focus on your breath . Inhale slowly and deeply through your nose .Exhale slowly and completely just observe your breathe .
- Observe your thoughts and feelings – After closing your eyes it’s normal that your mind to wander during meditation .If any emotion arise then notice them without trying to push them away .simply notice them as they come and go.
- Be patient with yourself – When you find it difficult to focus at first you get distracted so don’t be harsh on yourself it takes time to develop . Regular meditation can help you to focus on it . So be patient with yourself because everything take time to adapt a new environment.
- End with gratitude – When your meditation session ends slowly open your eyes you feel calm positive and active .It helps you to sense of gratitude for the time you dedicated to mindfulness.
Conclusion
Mindfulness meditation is a transformative practice which helps you to live more fully in the present moment . It helps you to motivate and confident .The most important things is to be patient with yourself . By focusing on the moment ,it can reduce your stress ,improve emotional well-being and enhance you overall quality of life . With regular practice it can help you a deeper understanding of yourself and cultivate a sense of peace and clarity in your life . Meditation help you to believe in yourself and give you a courage to think positively in your life and it also bring a positive attitude and think positive about yourself and others .