Ten ways to practice mindfulness
Do not let technology take over. It prevents you from being sensible about what is really going on around you
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Do not let technology take over. It prevents you from being sensible about what is really going on around you
Take a break from technology.
How often do you find yourself brooding on what happened yesterday or what might occur tomorrow?
Arlin Cuncic, founder of About Social Anxiety, a website that offers assistance to individuals with social anxiety disorder, reminds everyone that dwelling on regrets or fears only hinders one to truly experience a happier, more fulfilled life.
"Constantly thinking about the past and worrying about the future can make it difficult to enjoy the good things," she said.
"These are aspects which we are unaware of that might affect our life and well-being," the experts from the Benilde Well-Being Center of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde added.
Cuncic, who has worked in various mental health and research settings including the psychology department of the University of Western Ontario in Canada and the cognitive-behavioral therapy unit of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Multi-Health Systems, highlighted the importance of being in the present.
"Learning how to be more mindful and live in the moment can give you a greater appreciation for your life, help reduce stress and minimize anxiety," added The Anxiety Workbook author.
To guide the community to be more aware of themselves and their surroundings, the professionals listed top 10 tips, as shared through the award-winning mental health platform Verywell Mind:
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