When we have thoughts that are not helpful, our mental health can be at risk and we can go into a downward spiral of depression and anxiety. Mindfulness is a tool that we can use to help us notice our thoughts and change them when they are not helpful.

There are many research studies showing how mindfulness is beneficial for psychological health.

Mindfulness is being aware of the contents of our consciousness - Our thoughts, our emotions, our body and our environment. We can use mindfulness throughout the day to see to see if we are thinking and feeling in a way that is helpful to us.

Watch our mental health and wellness practitioner, Water Shepherd and see how you can practice this quick mindfulness technique to change your thoughts when they are not helpful.

Tip: Throughout the day, stop what you are doing, breathe, relax your muscles and then ask yourself, “What am I thinking?” You can re-center yourself and focus your attention on thoughts that are more helpful. It takes practice, and just like anything else, the more you do it, the easier it will get.

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