A Mindful Moment

Episode 10 - Body Scan

Paying attention to our bodies is a powerful and accessible way to bring us into the present moment.  Your body is with you wherever you go, and so once you learn this technique you can practice anywhere.

Episode 9 - Forest Bathing

Sometimes thinking turns into ruminating or obsessing and can make us feel stuck.  It's also not helpful for our brains!  Connect with your senses and with nature to open up new neural pathways in your brain which will reduce stress and create new possibilities.  Shinrin - Yoku is the Japanese practice of spending time in a forest for the purpose of increasing wellness and improving health.   Time Required:  * Suggested minimum of 10 minutes, but could certainly add time if you have it!  You’ll need: * A Forest location [arbnet.org]- arboretum, tree-focused garden * Good walking shoes * Water Body Position: * Sitting * Walking

Episode 8 - Discussing Anxiety and Making Lemonade

Happy New Year!  On this episode, I share one of my new years intentions, my experience with anxiety, and a mindfulness practice using lemons!  Focusing on each sense, one at a time, can help bring us back to our body, and to the here and now.    You'll Need: 2-5 minutes Lemon and knife Body Positions: sitting or standing Reference:   Wild Hair Ventures: https://www.wild-hair-ventures.com/

Episode 7 - Zentangle

This episode includes inspiration from the Hamilton Musical, as well as an opportunity to doodle mindfully with Zentangle. Time Required: 10 minutes or more You’ll need: 3.5 inch by 3.5 inch sheet of white paper Pencil Fine-tipped black pen/marker Body Position: Seated at a table Pen Option: https://www.papersource.com/desk/black-micron-05-pen-0-45mm-084511306448.html YouTube Inspiration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ej3oG_NjYJo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yBGVONBOKU

Episode 6 - Find the Feeling in Your Body

Another situational mindfulness exercise. In this episode, I explore an uncomfortable emotion using a body scanning technique. See if it helps you loosen the hold of that emotion on your body and mind.