Time needed: 5 minutes.
A great way to practice mindfulness is to check in and to ground yourself through the day.
Try this a few times a day. Any time you are feeling stressed, upset or just have a spare moment.
- How am I feeling right now? Check in with yourself and name it.
- Take a few slow breaths and feel your feet on the ground… this creates a supportive container for any difficult feelings
- Notice your body and your emotions. Where do you feel them? How much space do they take up? What do they feel like? You might notice qualities such as a weight, texture or colour.
- Continue to resource yourself with your breath and being aware of your feet on the ground. In this way you learn to more easily ground yourself.
Benefits:
A check in with yourself like this will do three things.
- First, we often feel disconnected from our bodies and emotions. Doing this will help us connect with our bodies and experiences.
- Secondly, it will help us handle our painful experiences and emotions better. This way, we can avoid reacting and taking actions we might regret.
- Thirdly, it will help us be more mindful. Soon, you will feel more present during your day. You will also be more aware of your body and emotions … much more grounded.
This can help with challenges in family and work relationships. It can also help you be more present in daily life. You can learn to appreciate each moment more! As you learn to do this, it will become a helpful resource in tough situations. Start small and grow from there.
