Mindfulness Day

For many years, people around the world have celebrated Mindfulness Day on September 12th This holiday, as well as ways to celebrate it, are discussed at seminars, in meditation groups, or simply in a small group gathering over a cup of tea during a lunch break Celebrated annually on September 12, Mindfulness Day aims to raise awareness among the general population about the value and benefits of mindfulness We live in a busy, fast-paced world and spend a lot of time on autopilot Through simple changes and a mission of mindfulness, we can train our wandering and overloaded brain to be more present and in tune with our surroundings throughout the day When we think about being mindful, we often assume it just means being kind to ourselves and others, but it's much more than that Mindfulness is a powerful tool and a powerful state of being that can help us unlock our true potential and create a more loving, compassionate and fulfilling environment and experience for ourselves It's being present in the moment and being aware of where we are and how we feel Understanding the essence of the term “mindfulness” and being always attentive is one of the best gifts for your authentic self The benefits of mindfulness are numerous and include the following: • restoring emotional balance; • reducing anxiety and fatigue; • eliminating depression; • slowing down the aging process; • improving sleep quality and concentration To achieve the above result, you need to work on yourself and make small changes to your life rhythm: 1 Make time for fun (walking in the park, meeting friends, reading a book) 2 Follow the rules of an orderly space (made bed, clean dishes in the kitchen, neatly folded things) 3 Set goals, the achievement of which is a must 4 Watch what you eat 5 Breathe deeply 6 Engage your senses (try to feel the atmosphere that hovers around you) 7 Be attentive to those around you By adhering to very simple rules, your life will be filled with new colors and you will become more attentive to the world around you Here are some ideas on how to celebrate this day: • Set aside time during the day to step away from your daily routine or to meditate Even if it only takes a few minutes, deep breathing will clear your thoughts, help you calm down, and relax your body and mind;• take a yoga or meditation class;• hold a mindfulness flash mob in your community;• invite your neighbors or friends to a “mindfulness party” evening which will be spent in quiet contemplation, prayer and meditation;• attend a retreat;• go to a temple service;• gather with your family for a meal, devote the evening to reconnecting with those family members you have not seen for a long time;• organize a trip to work in complete silence or a moment of silence with colleagues at work;• start reading one of the many books about mindful living Achieving the required level of mindfulness can be challenging because our minds tend to wander and our daily lives are filled with experiences and stimuli that distract us The good news is that the more a person practices mindfulness, the more aware they become of themselves, their feelings, and the things they do place in society