Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. It is a type of meditation that involves breathing methods, guided imagery, and other practices to relax the body and mind and help reduce stress. Mindfulness can have many benefits for your physical and mental health, such as:

- Improving attention, sleep, diabetes control, and immune system function
- Reducing stress, anxiety, pain, depression, and blood pressure
- Enhancing compassion, joy, and self-acceptance

You can practice mindfulness in many simple ways, such as paying attention to your senses, living in the moment, accepting yourself, and focusing on your breathing. You can also try more structured mindfulness exercises, such as body scan meditation or sitting meditation. Mindfulness can be practiced anywhere and anytime, but it may be especially beneficial to do it outdoors and in a quiet place without distractions or interruptions.
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