I'm about halfway through a new book by Goldie Hawn, 10 Mindful Minutes. I've used this practice for years going to sleep at night, but never thought about using it during my workday or during other stressful times in my life. It is very much like meditation but they suggest three times a day for three minutes at a time -- supposed to be more beneficial than just 10 minutes once a day.
In my last job, this practice would have been very useful. I am going to try to create a habit in my daily life - I'm adding this to my list (which keeps getting longer and longer). Not only will this help you be more thoughtful, but it can help you learn better, reduce stress, be happier, and control your emotions. Something I know I can use.
Goldie and her team of doctors and scientists highly recommend this for parents and their children to use -- especially effective for 7-12 year olds. They cite some incredible stats from their MindUp research. Our kids are definitely growing up in a world unlike the one I grew up in. I don't think I ever felt stressed out when I was growing up and for that I am so thankful.
For all you stressed out people: close your eyes, breath deeply for three minutes and try not to think of anything. Repeat two more times in your day. I hope this works!
What do you do to relieve your stress? Any other helpful hints for us stressed out people?
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