Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to whatever is happening in the present moment and experiencing it without judgement.
Anyone can practice mindfulness. It is easy to fit into your day. You can do it 1 minute at a time.
Benefits of mindfulness
Being aware of the present moment can help you enjoy the world around you more.
Mindfulness helps you:
- focus on the present and what's happening right at this moment
- weaken old and unhelpful thinking habits
How to be more mindful
Taking notice of your thoughts, feelings, sensations and the world around you is the first step to being more mindful.
Ways you can be more mindful on a daily basis:
- notice the everyday - such as the air you breathe and the food you eat
- pick the same time each day when you can be aware of the world around you
- try something new - for example, sitting in a different seat in meetings
- gentle walking or yoga can help you cope if your mind is too busy
- name and notice thoughts, feelings and physical sensations - for example, 'I feel tightness in my chest'
- spend some time focusing on the present
Learn mindfulness
Videos and apps to help you practice mindfulness
Mindfulness exercises - beaumont.ie
Minding your Wellbeing Programme videos
5 videos that help you learn more about mindfulness, gratitude, self-care and resilience.
Watch the Minding Your Wellbeing Programme videos
Headspace app
An app that teaches meditation and mindfulness skills.