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6 Ways To Be More Mindful This March

No matter how big or small, practicing mindfulness can bring positivity into your day-to-day life.

This March we’re focusing on mindfulness at The Botanist, so we’ve compiled a list of our top 6 ways to practice mindfulness. Let’s challenge each other to incorporate these mindfulness practices into our daily routine and reap the benefits.

Keep reading to discover our a six ways to add mindfulness in your daily life and click the button below to learn more about Mindful March.

1. Practice deep breathing

Deep breathing is one of the simplest and most effective ways to become more mindful. When you take slow, deep breaths, you bring your attention to your body and your breath, and you slow down your racing thoughts. Try taking a few deep breaths before you start your day, or whenever you feel yourself getting overwhelmed or stressed out.

2. Practice meditation

Meditation is a powerful tool for cultivating mindfulness. There are many different styles of meditation, but they all involve sitting quietly and focusing your attention on a specific object or mantra. With regular practice, meditation can help you become more aware of your thoughts and feelings, and better able to manage them.

3. Practice mindful eating

Eating can be a mindful activity, if you approach it with intention and attention. When you eat, take the time to savor each bite, and pay attention to the flavors, textures, and smells of your food. Eating mindfully can help you slow down, tune in to your body’s hunger and fullness signals, and enjoy your food more fully.

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4. Practice mindful movement

Mindful movement practices like yoga, tai chi, and qigong can help you become more present in your body and more aware of your physical sensations. These practices involve slow, deliberate movements that are coordinated with your breath, and can help you release tension and stress while also building strength and flexibility.

We’ve partnered with local yoga studio Kai Yoga to offer our customers 10% off any class this march. Use the code MINDFUL10 to activate your discount.

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5. Practice gratitude

Cultivating an attitude of gratitude can help you stay mindful of the present moment and appreciate the good things in your life. Try keeping a gratitude journal, where you write down three things you’re grateful for each day. This practice can help shift your focus from what’s going wrong to what’s going right, and help you develop a more positive outlook on life.

6. Practice mindful listening

Mindful listening involves giving your full attention to the person you’re talking to, without distractions or interruptions. When you’re having a conversation with someone, try to be fully present and engaged, and really listen to what they’re saying. This can help you deepen your connections with others and become more mindful of your own communication style.