I often stop and concentrate on taking deep breaths. I draw in through my nose for the count of 5, hold for the count of 5, and release breath through my mouth for the count of 5 at the same time thinking of somewhere I felt happy or peaceful. I have found this to have a really calming effect. It even lowers my blood pressure.
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Mary
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Original Message:
Sent: 15-07-2020 15:37
From: Live Your Life Community Team
Subject: mindfulness activities
- Mindfulness can help lift your mood.
Try these three simple tips to get into a more positive frame of mind:
- 1. When you feel stressed, take time to stop, breathe deeply and be mindful of what's around you. What can you hear or see or smell?
- 2. Listen out for birds singing, listen to a lovely piece of music, smell a flower or the fresh air or a piece of ripe fruit.
- 3. Just close your eyes for a few minutes and think of something beautiful in nature or of someone you love, or a friend or pet who makes you smile.
What mindfulness activities do you use?
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Live Your Life Community Team
Natasha & Erin
membership@diabetesnsw.com.au
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