Stress Reduction & Mindfulness

Three ways we can help you reduce your stress

1. We can help you prevent stressful situations from occurring, and we can teach you better ways to cope with stressful situations when they do occur.
   
2. We can show you new ways of thinking about stressful situations to make them less upsetting.
   
3. We can teach you relaxation, meditation, and mindfulness skills that will reduce your stress.

Mindfulness

Research has found that Mindfulness is a very effective stress reduction technique. Mindfulness means being aware of your present-moment thoughts, feelings and sensations without judging them.

When you are mindful, you don't dwell on the past, you don't worry about the future, and you don't criticize yourself or anyone else. You just accept what is. Being mindful means judging less, struggling less, and experiencing the joys of living.

Two Kinds of Mindfulness

1. Mindful Living means being aware of thoughts, feelings, and sensations throughout the day.
   
2. Mindfulness Exercises means taking out a short period of time to close your eyes and focus your attention in a way that teaches non-judgmental, present-focused awareness.

If you wish, we will design a stress reduction program, possibly including mindfulness, that fits into your lifestyle and enables you to live a joyful and rewarding life.