- Mindfulness -

calming all the waves

How do we calm the waves of doubt, fear, grief, loneliness or anxiety? How do we stop the gray clouds of negative self-talk or ruminating thoughts? I enjoy incorporating mindfulness into my therapy sessions and teaching clients how to focus on being present while cultivating a non-judgmental stance of awareness, peace, and acceptance about themselves.
"The mind is like water. When it's turbulent, it's difficult to see. But when it's calm, everything becomes clear."
-Prasad Mahes-

What is mindfulness?

When you stop to observe a beautiful sunset over the ocean, you become aware of the array of colors that disperse throughout the sky. You may notice the unique positions and shapes of the clouds and focus on the cool breeze. Being in that moment, you may feel solitude, gratefulness, compassion, peace, or a sense of existence. Being mindful of the present calms the waves of anxiety & the winds of change in your life. Mindfulness is strategically directing your full attention to the present moment with acceptance and without judgment. As we pay kind attention to the moment, we are able to cultivate and increase compassion for ourselves and others. Accepting reality of each moment’s experience with curiosity and openness allows us to slow down, see more clearly, sense our emotions, and feel safe, relaxed, and connected.

Benefits of mindfulness

Below are just some of the benefits of practicing mindfulness and calming the storms in our lives...
Letting Go
Letting go of the dark clouds in our lives allows us to be present in the here and now.
Finding peace
Finding inner peace, solitude, and calming waters
increasing self-compassion
Increase self-compassion, tolerance of discomfort, and acceptance of self
strengthening relationships
Strengthen relationships with others, God, or ourselves
Managing anxiety
Manage day-to-day anxiety and issues we cannot control
training the mind
Train our mind to be present and control impulses

mindfulness techniques

Mindfulness techniques that can be brought into sessions or shared in order to practice in everyday life situations include:
  • Breathing techniques
  • Calming music and sounds
  • Soothing textiles and aromas
  • Guided imagery of your favorite scenery
  • Guided meditations
  • Mind soothing scriptures, quotes, or book texts
  • Focusing on presence of self, God, or the universe
  • Connecting with nature or walking in nature
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