Mindfulness & The Benefits of Becoming Mindful

What is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness is a state of being that keeps your attention focused on this present moment.  It requires a conscious attitude about your thoughts, your emotions, and your behaviors.  In a state of mindfulness, one realizes that the past is gone forever and the future is not yet here.  The only thing that is tangible is what is happening to me in the here and now. We know about the past, but we don’t go there and linger.  We know about and prepare for the future, but we don’t obsess, worry, or fret.  We know that we are creating a better future by focusing on our awareness of this very minute of our life.

When I am mindful, I am free of judgment, criticism, or any negative feelings.  I am just content and happy to be here and to be alive.  Building a mindful life requires nothing more than the decision to stay conscious...the decision to engage our breathing as a tool for internal peace...and putting a small smile on our face.

Living in the moment with awareness of breathing in and breathing out with an attitude of peace becomes a spiritual practice.

The Benefits of Becoming Mindful

Living mindfully improves your relationship with yourself, your relationship with those in your life, and your relationship with the world.

The benefits of becoming Mindful

•  Creating an internal climate of peace, calmness, and quiet

•  Eliminating stress and enhance your body’s immune system

•   Becoming more aware of your own responses, attitudes, and behaviors

•   Improving your focus and your ability to concentrate

•   Being better able to live life and prioritize your values

In what ways do you practice mindfulness? Share in the comments below.