Yoga for wellness

  What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the basic human ability to exist fully in the present moment, to know where we are and what we are doing, and not to be overwhelmed by what is happening around us. Although attaining focus is something we all have by nature, it is easily accessible to us if we practice mindfulness meditation every day. Whenever you bring awareness about what you are experiencing directly through your senses, through your thoughts and feelings, you are attaining mindfulness. And there is growing research showing that when you train your brain to be alert, you are actually repairing the structure of your brain. Fundamentals of Mindfulness Meditation Mindfulness helps us to put a connection between us and our reactions, breaking down our conditional responses. Here's how you put mindfulness together for use every day: 1. Set aside some time. You do not need a pillow or a meditation bench, nor do you need any special equipment to perfect your perceptiv...