Mindfulness

In a world of increasing daily stress, it's now more important than ever to find time for ourselves and embrace a more mindful approach to our lives. Mindfulness teaches you how to switch off the stress button and live without unnecessary fear or anxiety. Mindfulness can support positive communication, enhance relationships and lead to a better quality of life.Dr Patrizia Collard will show you how to start your journey along the path to mindfulness through the introduction of various techniques, including breathwork, meditation and postural development. Her expert tips on mindfulness and her Eight-Session Mindfulness Course to overcome destructive emotions will help you to practise these techniques on a day-to-day basis.This book explores the history of mindfulness - from its origins in Buddhist philosophy to more recent techniques. While not religious, mindfulness fosters deep connections with oneself and others through compassion and immediate presence. Learn to slow down and embrace being human, free from constant busyness and digital distractions. This book guides you towards a mindful state of being and will help you understand:- The origin and uses of mindfulness- How to awaken your mind, and the science behind it- How to apply mindfulness in your everyday life