Mindfulness really is in the interests of becoming the person we are meant to be. We can get lost on the treadmill of life, constantly striving for something or trapped by our patterns of behaviour, our fears, hurts and prejudices, apparently free, but driven and controlled. Engaging in mindfulness practice is simply being present to the mirror of your life, it is the way of presence and the way of patience. We learn to become present to ourselves and befriend ourselves with tenderness.
Happiness is not found through changing our external world, but through changing our internal landscape
(Shapiro)
The benefits of mindfulness
Over thirty years of research into the benefits of mindfulness have been documented and this research is ongoing.
Mindfulness training improves resilience when exposed to stressful and challenging situations
The ability to become more present is increased and people can respond more skilfully to daily challenges rather than reacting to them.
Self compassion and contentment increases
Mindfulness improves one’s efficiency and it increases a person’s capacity for creativity
The immune response is improved and physical and psychological symptoms decrease through the practice of mindful living.
Cultivating mindfulness that can lead to the discovery of deep realms of wellbeing calmness, clarity and insight within yourself. Whether you are facing heart disease, cancer pain, anxiety, depression and /or a very stressful life, mindfulness can be of great value to you
( Dr Jon Kabat – Zinn )