Mindfulness acts as an anchor that pulls you into the present when you start to get caught up in thoughts, emotions or unhelpful behaviours. It helps you observe what you are doing, rather than getting caught up in autopilot. The more you can do this, the more choice you have over how you react to situations. These mindfulness audio tracks have been developed to help you practice and range from 2 to 10 minutes.
Mindfulness Audio
Mindful Breathing Exercise
Practicing mindful breathing is like strengthening your muscle of living in the present; as you practice more, you’ll find it easier to remain in the here and now, rather than feeling caught up in the past or in a worry about the future. The exercise below can guide you to direct your attention to where it needs to be.
Body Scan
The stress we experience during the day can cause tension to be held in our body and sometimes we get so focused on our stress that we don’t notice how our physical discomfort can be connected to our emotional state. These guided body scans will help you to check in with your body, notice different sensations, and let go of any tension.