2017.02.09 09:28
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2016/02/18/contemplation-therapy/?smid=nytcore-ipad-share&smprod=nytcore-ipad
A new study suggests there’s some science behind the claims made for mindfulness meditation.
2017.02.09 09:55
2017.02.09 10:07
It is my humble opinion that the so called mindfullness Meditation does not have to follow
any of the formal sitting or steps such as paying attention to breathing.
One can do it while walking, exercising on the treadmill or lying in bed
listening to music, etc.
Basically you let the flow of your thoughts explore your universe of reality and imagination
as fully as possible without being hindered by anything.
...."Mindfulness is the energy of being aware and awake to the present moment. It is the continuous practice of touching life deeply in every moment of daily life. To be mindful is to be truly alive, present, and at one with those around you and with what you are doing. We bring our body and mind into harmony while we wash the dishes, drive the car, or take our morning shower......."(from Internet)
"Mindfulness is a basic human quality, a way of learning to pay attention to whatever is happening in your life that allows you a greater sense of connection to your life inwardly and outwardly. Mindfulness is also a practice, a systematic method aimed at cultivating clarity, insight, and understanding.
In the context of your health, mindfulness is a way for you to experientially learn to take better care of yourself by exploring and understanding the interplay of mind and body and mobilizing your own inner resources for coping, growing, and healing...."(from Internet)
2017.02.09 12:40
Mindfulness helps us put some space between ourselves and our reactions, breaking down our conditioned responses. Here’s how to tune into mindfulness throughout the day:
That’s the practice. It’s often been said that it’s very simple, but it’s not necessarily easy. The work is to just keep doing it. Results will accrue.
This meditation focusses on the breath, not because there is anything special about it, but because the physical sensation of breathing is always there and you can use it as an anchor to the present moment. Throughout the practice you may find yourself caught up in thoughts, emotions, sounds—wherever your mind goes, simply come back again to the next breath. Even if you only come back once, that’s okay.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-courage-be-present/201001/how-practice-mindfulness-meditation