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Thoughtful Thursdays

October 17, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 8:30 am

It’s Thoughtful Thursday, your chance to slow down and focus on well-being, positivity, and reflection. Why not kick things off with one of Mr M’s life lessons to brighten your mindset?

Watch Life Lesson HERE

Renny from the Mr M team has been exploring new ideas and fascinating reads—catch her weekly article roundup here:

You Can Put Your Phone Down: The Power of Mindfulness

In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel like life is rushing by without a chance to pause and take a breath. But what if slowing down and paying attention to the present could improve our overall well-being? That’s where mindfulness comes in—a practice that helps us reconnect with ourselves by being fully aware of each moment.
Mindfulness is the art of staying present, fully engaged in what we’re doing or feeling right now. Rather than getting caught up in worries about the future or regrets from the past, mindfulness helps us find peace in the current moment. Research shows that it can reduce stress, improve focus, and boost emotional health. It’s not just about meditation—it can be as simple as focusing on your breath, savouring your food, or noticing how your body feels as you go about daily tasks.

Incorporating mindfulness doesn’t require a complete lifestyle overhaul. You can start small—by practicing deep breathing for just a few minutes each day or taking mindful walks where you pay attention to the sights, sounds, and sensations around you. These simple practices help train the brain to stay present, even in chaotic times.

Mr M says, “you can do anything you want to do; you just have to convince your mind” By practising mindfulness, this offers you a powerful way of doing this and finding balance in life’s whirlwind. By grounding ourselves in the present, we create space for calm, clarity, and a greater connection to our own experiences. So, are you going to try being mindful today?

Ready to Dive Deeper? Join Renny on a Journey to a Mindful and Positive Mindset!

Renny’s Reads of the Week

This week, Renny has uncovered these thought-provoking articles:

Live Science: Mindfulness and Science- https://www.livescience.com/health/mind/mindfulness-meditation-really-does-relieve-pain-brain-scans-reveal

University of Bath: mindfulness, wellbeing and depression- https://www.bath.ac.uk/announcements/just-10-minutes-of-mindfulness-daily-boosts-wellbeing-and-fights-depression/

The Guardian: mindfulness, blood pressure and sleep- https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/article/2024/may/17/can-mindfulness-really-make-you-happy-lower-your-blood-pressure-and-improve-your-sleep-experts-reveal-all

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Date:
October 17, 2024
Time:
8:00 am - 8:30 am
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