Put simply, Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present: aware of what we are doing, as opposed to worrying about what might happen in the future or ruminating about what has already happened.
There are so many benefits to having a mindfulness practice including:
Reduces stress and anxiety
Enhances emotional regulation
Improves focus and attention
Strengthens parent-child relationships
Creates a peaceful home environment
Mindfulness can help us to be more aware of any tendencies to be reactive or overwhelmed by what is going on around us, grounding ourselves in those moments when they arise. We do this through simple practices whilst sitting, walking, standing, or moving, bringing mindful awareness into everyday life. These practices help us develop an inner resource to deal with everyday worries and stress, but also to be able to notice and really appreciate the ‘good stuff’ that we might otherwise miss.