Hack Your Way to Mindfulness Bliss

Hack Your Way to Mindfulness Bliss:

We have been finding it challenging to concentrate on what is going well with the world rather than what is wrong right now because we are all trying to adjust to a new routine of remaining indoors. Sometimes, you spend hours browsing your social media account to stay up to date on the newest news, which is almost always horrible, or to feel closer to friends and family.

With so many unknowns about the future, it’s simple to become caught in unpleasant feedback loops that eventually lead to increased stress in the body. And right now, the last factor we have to strengthen our immunity scheme and maintain a good state of mind is stress.

1. Examine your Physique.

The body works without your help; you breathe independently, your heart beats continually, and your physical processes continue no matter what. However, our bodies are continually communicating with us via physical feelings. Check in with your body for a bit; what do you notice?

Where are you tensing up? Do you feel any pains or aches? Do you feel weighty or light? Focusing on your body may help you refocus on the here and now while providing you with the knowledge you need to properly take care of your body. For additional advice on how to lean into body knowledge, check out my brand-new course on gaining greater confidence.

2. Keep an Eye on Your Heart.

Another method the body ever communicates with us is via our emotions. You could feel various emotions during the day, from despair to delight. You may become more coherent with yourself by tuning into your heart, where your emotions emanate. The Heart Math Institute, which has conducted extensive studies on the power of the heart and how it influences not just our health but also the health of others, is my go-to source for information on this.

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3. Concentrate on Breathing

Concentrating on our breath may help us reach the present moment more fully. Even while breathing occurs, whether or not we are aware, focusing on breathing may help us concentrate. Pay attention to your breathing. Is it small or large? Take five full, deep breaths, concentrating on each inhalation and exhalation. That should be spoken three times, and you should rehearse it frequently.

4. Engage all Five of your Senses.

Focusing on the present moment is one of the easiest mindfulness methods. For a minute, put your current task on hold and pay attention to your surroundings. What sounds are you hearing? What smells are you detecting? What are the people around you doing? To practice bringing your mind to the present moment, briefly focus on where you are and what you are doing while using your five senses to examine it.

5. Be Aware of Your Ideas.

Stop what you’re doing and start watching your thoughts while you play this amusing game. Can you accomplish that? What stands out to you? Try it out and see the results!

If you need some help getting started, check out our guided meditations.  Our posts are not intended to substitute for professional mental health care.