https://www.insightchicago.org/events/2017/11/30/the-four-foundations-of-mindfulness-with-gayle-brickman #Meditation #Mindfulnesschicago #MindfulnessclassChicago

Notice Holiday Stress. Where in your body do you feel it? Just saying to yourself, oh, this is what stress feels like—can help reduce reactivity. And don’t forget to BREATHE..... #mindfulness #Mindfulnesstips #Holidaystress #Reduceholidaystress

Take a breath. Taking 2-3 Mindful breaths a few times a day can reduce stress and help you to just feel better. #mindfulnessChicago #MeditationChicago #corporatemindfulnessChicago #BreatheChicago

Practice Gratitude. Each time you notice your complaining mind-think of something you are grateful for. Feel the sensation in your body. Repeat........ #Mindfulness #Mindfulnesschicago #Meditation

"There are two different views on this: 1. Any time spent meditating is good, no matter how short. 2. The longer you meditate for, the better. The thing is, they’re both right. Even five minutes a day is better than nothing, and a longer meditation session can be more beneficial than a shorter one. Half an hour a day might be a good starting point, but the key is what works for you. The most important thing is keeping a regular meditation practice. If you practice for so long

“Meditation has an impact on the expression of certain genes, and on our experience of pain. I'd say that's motivation to at least give it a try.”-Daniel Goleman #Meditation #Pain #Mindfulnessreaearch #mindfulnesschicago

PAUSE. At least once each day, pause and bring your attention to what you are doing. Notice what’s happening in the present moment with the intention of letting go of the surrounding story. Just know what is happening as it is happening. Sit--and know you are sitting, walk--and know you are walking, type--and know you are typing…… It’s that simple—but not easy to remember. #mindfulness #Mindfulnesstips #Dailymindful #mindfulnesschicago