take a deep breath, your mind deserves a rest
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take a deep breath, your mind deserves a rest ~~~
take a deep breath, your mind deserves a rest
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take a deep breath, your mind deserves a rest ~~~
Have you ever felt like your anger or fear or frustration was controlling you?
Mindfulness is a bit like being a ninja of your thoughts and feelings. It's all about being aware of what's happening right now, like noticing your breath going in and out or really feeling the texture of something you're touching. It's a cool way to stay calm and happy by paying attention to the awesome stuff happening in the present moment, like enjoying your favourite game or talking to a friend without thinking about anything else!
When you practise it, you can calm down those big feelings by focusing on what's happening right now. So, when something makes you upset or worried, taking a moment to notice your breath or the things around you helps you feel better by giving your mind a break from those tough emotions. It's like having a shield that helps you handle those feelings and feel stronger and happier!
Mindfulness is like having a special friend who helps you understand your feelings without letting them take over. It's okay to feel sad, worried, or mad sometimes—mindfulness says, "Hey, I see you, feelings!" Then, it shows you how to let those feelings come and go, like clouds in the sky, without letting them boss you around. It's like being in charge of your own adventure, even when the feelings try to sneak in.
Imagine you're playing a game, and suddenly something doesn't go your way, making you really mad. Instead of exploding with anger, mindfulness helps you take a pause. You might stop, take a deep breath, and notice how your breath feels going in and out. This helps you calm down a bit and think about what's making you upset. It lets you decide how to react—maybe you talk about it calmly or take a break until you feel better, rather than letting the anger take over.
Or let's say you're doing homework, and it's getting super frustrating because a math problem just doesn't make sense. Mindfulness can step in like a friendly guide. You might notice that you're getting really annoyed and taking a moment to acknowledge that feeling without letting it take charge. So, you pause, take a breath or two, and then maybe try a different approach or ask for help. Mindfulness helps you not get carried away by frustration, letting you handle the tough stuff in a calmer way.
There are many resources that you can use to get better at mindfulness and use it so that your emotions don’t control you.
In each quiet moment's embrace, discover your strength and let your fears dissipate. Mindfulness leads with a gentle pace; in its calm you can find a safe space.
In each quiet moment's embrace, discover your strength and let your fears dissipate. Mindfulness leads with a gentle pace; in its calm you can find a safe space.
