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Mindfulness is simple, but it isn't easy. It takes practice and repetition. Read: 6 micro mindful moments you can implement today for big change over time from Meriden McGraw https://lnkd.in/gSm24H9N

Mindfulness has been used with adults to reduce stress, bolster overall health and psychological functioning, and assist a return to wellness following adversity. We are learning that mindfulness may also support healthy adult-child relationships. When parents and children are feeling big emotions, it’s good to find some calm. Simple mindfulness activities can help: https://bit.ly/4egyF6o

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BE MINDFUL Mindfulness is the key to maintaining a decluttered home. Be aware of what comes to mind when doing things around the home or shopping. Be mindful of what you're thinking when you put things down where they don't belong. Is it laziness, tiredness, not knowing where it goes, not enough space to put it? Also, be aware of what you're thinking as you buy new things. Is there something deeper going on for you? Is it emotional gratification? Do you really need it? Answers to these questions and what arises for you will help you figure out how to fix the problem.

🚑 Respondr Mondays - Enhancing Well-being for Paramedics Micro-meditation breaks are short, focused sessions of mindfulness practice that can last anywhere from 1 to 5 minutes. Despite their brevity, these breaks can offer significant benefits: 🔸Reduce Stress and Anxiety: Short meditation sessions help lower cortisol levels, reducing stress and anxiety. 🔸Improve Focus and Concentration: Regular mindfulness practice enhances cognitive function, improving your ability to stay focused under pressure. 🔸Enhance Emotional Regulation: Micro-meditation helps in managing emotions, allowing you to respond calmly in high-stress situations. Head to the Respondr platform to find out how to incorporate micro-breaks into your daily routine and our habit hack for this week.

Great paramedic habit hack this week from Respondr. Integrating micro-meditation breaks into your daily routine through habit stacking is an effective way to enhance your mental well-being and performance as a paramedic. By attaching these short mindfulness sessions to existing habits, you can make stress management and mental clarity a seamless part of your day. Start small, be consistent, and watch how these micro-meditation breaks positively impact your overall well-being and resilience in the demanding field of paramedicine.

With all of the crazy of the last week, and the tendency of people to "throw metaphorical bags of flaming poo" (thanks Jen Easterly for the greatest description ever of some of the armchair quarterbacking that has been going on), its a good time to remember that mindfulness is ALWAYS in order. Thanks to the Harvard Business Review of condensing this into the following article: Weave micro mindfulness practices into your day to remind us how easy it is to be mindful, and how important it is to be mindful when under stress. https://lnkd.in/gvt9mrYS

Have you made any small changes this Stress Awareness month to help reduce your stress and improve how you feel about yourself? If not, please take a look at our suggestions over the last month on the hub. https://wellbeinghub.scot/ Today is as good as any day to start to take small actions as when done consistently they can add up to big changes. #littlebylittle Our last 2 suggestions are all about your BREATHING and PRACTICING MINDFULNESS. Your breath is a powerful tool to help with stress reduction and relaxation. Short, shallow breaths can heighten anxiety so being conscious and taking time to breathe deeply helps us shift into a relaxation mode. Practicing mindfulness allows you to focus on the here and now. It aids self-awareness and helps you practice emotional regulation and control. You can actively practice during a designated mindfulness session or be mindful whilst participating in an activity, such as a nature walk. As the great Martin Luther King said, "You don't have to see the whole staircase just take the first step" #stressawarenessmonth

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘆? If you missed Wednesday's live session, it's not too late to catch up! I shared some powerful ways mindfulness and relaxation can help prevent burnout and bring more calm into your daily routine. Here's a small clip from the session to give you a taste of what we discussed. Make sure to watch the full video and discover how simple practices can make a big difference. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 in comments to watch the replay and start your journey to a more balanced life today.