Mindfulness
Mindfulness helps us to live more in the here and now
Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgementally, according to Jon Kabat-Zinn, the father of Mindfulness.
Mindfulness helps us to live more in the here and now. It’s about paying attention to the little moments. The goal is to learn to switch off the inner autopilot and stop the thought carousel from taking over and to consciously experience the many small wonders of life and to really enjoy them
It aims to help people:
• Become more self-aware
• Feel calmer and less stressed
• Feel more able to choose how to respond to your thoughts and feelings
• Cope with difficult or unhelpful thoughts
• Be kinder towards self
• Manage their day-to-day wellbeing
What is mindfulness?
Watch this 5 minute video from Jon Katat-Zinn to learn more about what Mindfulness is and its many benefits
Headspace - free application
Headspace is a science-backed application in mindfulness and meditation, providing unique tools and resources to help reduce stress, build resilience, and aid better sleep and is free to all NHS staff
Mindfulness at work
A range of blogs, instructions, guided meditations and more to help strengthen your mindfulness practice at work.
Email us at health&wellbeing@lscft.nhs.uk if you would like to learn more about our Mindfulness Community of Practice.
