Mindful living
You can practice mindfulness in ordinary moments throughout the day. The ideas below fit into things you already do, from your first drink of the day to the walk home.
Six everyday moments to practice mindfulness
Pick one to try this week and give it a few days. A minute of attention, repeated often, adds up.
The first sip
Take the first sip of your morning drink slowly. Notice warmth, taste and smell.
The doorway pause
Each time you walk through a doorway, take one easy breath before you continue.
One thing at a time
For ten minutes, do a single task with full attention. Notice the urge to switch.
The walk to somewhere
On a short walk, feel your feet meet the ground for twenty steps.
Listening fully
In one conversation today, listen without planning your reply.
Three good things
Before bed, name three small things that went well.
Being kinder to yourself
Self-compassion means treating yourself with the same warmth you would offer a friend. It is a skill, and like meditation it grows with practice.
The next time something stings, like a mistake at work or a sharp word, try this practice. It takes about a minute.
Mindful living guides
Mindful Living
How to Practice Mindfulness in Daily Life
More ideas for paying attention during an ordinary day.
Journaling
3 Simple Steps to Start a Self-Reflective Journaling Practice
How to begin a reflective journal, broken into three steps you can start tonight.