How to start practising mindfulness
How to practice mindfulness
Mindfulness can help you to unwind and re-focus on what's important. Try these exercises and see if they help you to slow down and reconnect with yourself.
Mindful meditation
This first exercise helps you to slow down and clear your mind.
Body scan
A body scan can help you to become more aware of the sensations in your body, and more in-tune with your needs.
Mindful eating
This exercise can help you to experience and enjoy your food more. Chewing your food slowly can help your digestion and can help you to eat the right amount of food too.
Processing negative feelings
This exercise can help you to work through difficult feelings and things that 'trigger' you.
Five senses
This exercise can help to ground you in a few moments.
Find out more
You can also see more detailed guidance on mindfulness from Wellbeing Support Services.
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