A pause and a breath can allow both sides of your brain (Emotional and Intellectual) to work together avoiding overload and a response rather than a reaction to any situation.
Mindfulness originates from Buddhism but has more recently become very mainstream. In short, mindfulness is a practice that teaches you to be in the moment. We all know the saying "stop and smell the roses"
What are the benefits of mindful practices?
What are the benefits of mindful practices?
- It reconnects you with your people around you as you pay more attention to what they say and not say (body language and expressions)
- It decreases your stress levels
- It decreases your heart rate and your pulse
- In boosts your immune system's ability to fight of sickness
- It improves your concentration and memory
- It reduces your brain chatter, especially the negative thoughts