MINDFULNESS

      Life is difficult for everyone.  The stressors and pressures of work, career, family, finances, combined with the distractions of both voluntary and involuntary media sources ( not to mention the constant production of thoughts in our brain ) keep us off balance.  We often feel as if we are not present, or drifting in time and space.  These factors often lead to psychological problems such as anxiety and depression, and in the long term to physical problems.  While, as a society, our typical response is to “take a pill”, this is most often neither necessary nor healthy.

      Mindfulness is an ancient technique and discipline.  The practice of this discipline helps the individual become grounded and present in the moment instead of distracted.  The practice does not require special equipment or even special training.  One may practice at any time and anywhere.  Experientially, a daily practice of 20 – 45 minutes, over time will help the individual be more focused, more accepting of the challenges they face, improve understanding of our place in life and, on occasion, even cause insights into our on being, perception and functioning to emerge.

      Within the context of my practice, I often teach mindfulness practice to those with ADHD, panic and phobia, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex Trauma, and persons with anxiety.