Practical Mindfulness for Busy People

The quality or state of being conscious or aware of something

Throughout your day, take short breaks to practice mindfulness.

awarenessconsciousnesspresent moment awareness

During the entire period of

Throughout the meeting, she took notes.

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To watch attentively

Observe the bird's behavior in its natural habitat.

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Being conscious or aware of something

Mindful of the dangers, he proceeded with caution.

AwareConsciousHeedful

In a way that shows you are aware of your own feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, and of the world around you

She listened mindfully to her grandmother's stories.

attentivelyconsciouslydeliberately

Concerned with the actual use or application of something; not theoretical

This is a practical guide.

realisticpragmaticapplied

used to emphasize that something is unexpected or surprising given the circumstances

Even with all the traffic, we arrived on time.

althoughdespitein spite of

Something that distracts attention

Try eating your meals without distractions like TV or smartphones.

diversioninterferenceinterruption

The practice of focusing on your breath, bodily sensations, and surroundings while walking

If you have a few minutes, try a walking meditation.

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A period of time equal to sixty seconds

You can do this for one or two minutes at a time.

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To make use of something

Utilizing these tools can make practicing mindfulness more accessible

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easy to approach or enter

The museum is accessible by public transport.

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