Mindfulness is the ability to focuses on increasing present moment awareness, the here and now experience, which is the foundation for mindfulness based stress reduction.

The purpose of mindfulness is to recognize and accept reality as is, without prejudice from emotional reactions or mental distortions; without answering to automatic behavioral patterns which only adds stress.

The purpose is to be present. In fact, all you have is the moment you are right now; you can't live neither in the past nor in the future.

The purpose, I would better say, consequences are less stress, no anxiety, no depression, no negative thoughts. When you are here and now you have no time to worry and feel stress.

Mindfulness is a proven remedy against the downward spiral caused by automatic negative thoughts - well known stress trigger.

Recognizing negative thoughts early allows following a different track. In case of a depression, or anxiety for instance, this is very important. When in the mind the same things are continuously repeated and ruminated of what was, it becomes a closed circuit without giving entry to new, real experiences, without entry to the richness of life itself that is present here and now.

Mindfulness means that you step out of your life story and step into life itself, here and now.

It teaches how to give attention to what is positive and beautiful in life, despite of stress situations in which we often find ourselves. It is about seeing the same things with different eyes. It is an attitude that leads to appreciation of the simple and small things of life.

Take Action:

1. When dealing with a problem, try focusing on what's happening right now, without projecting into the future or dredging up the past; it keeps you dealing with what's going on now.

2. Try to stay in the present, the specific problem, and finding a solution that works.

3. Try mindfulness meditation - walk mindfully.

Mindfulness can effectively help you deal with a variety of stressors without becoming overwhelmed.

With practice, you may see a significantly positive change in outlook, and a decrease in your experience of stress.

Change isn't always easy, especially when the life is out of balance and you doubt about where to start.

Stress management coaching enables you to identify the sources of stress in your life and equips you with techniques to manage stress more effectively and reach the permanent stress reduction and stress relief results.

Are you ready to manage stress before it manages you, your health and your professional and personal life?

Don’t hesitate to contact me at info@action4balance.com to find out how I can best help you.

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