10 ways to practice mindfulness

1. Journal-about what you are thinking and feeling in this moment without judgement.

2. Listen to or play music- and really zoom into and feel the rhythm....dance if you want to.

3. Say a positive affirmation or mantra that is kind and compassionate. Repeat it until you believe it.

4. Express gratitude for the things you are grateful for.

5. Stretch or do yoga and notice the sensations in your body.

6. Draw, doodle or colour and focus on the process not the end result.

7. Sit with your emotions and remember that they are like visitors passing through.

8.Unplug from technology and go outside, explore nature, go for a walk, just get some fresh air.

9. Focus on 3 things you see, hear and smell, this will help you feel grounded.

10. JUST BREATHE to return to the here and now.

Not Everything is in Lockdown

Look for the good times amongst all the bad. Stay home, stay safe and stay well during these hard times.

Prioritising our Mental Health

Aware is running a free webinar on "prioritising our Mental Health" on Wednesday 13th January 2021 at 12pm. It will cover topics on: Relationships between physical and mental health, Alcohol and mental health and the role of compassion.

It will be hosted by: Dr Clare Kambamettu, Dr Sheila Gilheany, Dr Paul D'alton and followed by a Q&A.

To book your free place now at https://www.aware.ie/lectures/upcoming-aware-webinars/?utm_source=Social to secure your place or if you can't watch the live event, you will be sent a link to watch it later.