1. Mindful or Mind FULL?

2. Mindful-What does it mean?
[ˈmīn(d)fəl]
ADJECTIVE
conscious or aware of something.
"we can be more mindful of the energy we use to heat our homes"
synonyms: aware of · conscious of · alive to · sensible of · alert to · awake to · acquainted with · heedful of · watchful of · careful of · wary of · cognizant of · wise to · hip to ·

3. Imagined vs. Reality
“Mindfulness is simply being aware of what is happening right now without wishing it were different; enjoying the pleasant without holding on when it changes (which it will); being with the unpleasant without fearing it will always be this way (which it won’t).” – James Baraz

4. But is it cool?
Fetch YouTube Clip – Lesson 1 Mindfulness Basics

5. Breathing
The more senses you can engage, the more mindful the process.

6. Mantras: Simple words and Phrases Can Shift your Mindset
The best power in the mantra is that YOU choose what fits for YOU. Mantras keep mindfulness in front of you.

7. Books, Books and More Books

8. Guided Imagery

9. Tools
As mentioned before, the more senses you engage, the more depth you will create. When something become tactile, you are crossing the midline of the brain and engaging both sides.
Fidgets
Thinking Putty
Kinetic Sand
Button Bowls-yes, Grandma’s
“Mermaid” Pillows
“Hugs-they ARE good medicine. You need 4 hugs a day for survival, 8 for maintenance, and 12 for growth.” (YES-there is actual research on the power and health benefits of hugs. I am not sure what study this quote came from, but I loved it when I heard it.)
Singing-it is a unifying activity! People cannot all talk at the same-but they can sing at the same time!

10. There’s an App For That Calm Headspace Mindfulness Daily
Mindfulness Coach
Happify
ThinkUp: Positive Affirmations

11. Benefits Increased ability to regulate emotions Increased resilience
Increased ability to manage stress
Increased motivation to sustain effort (stamina)
Elevated empathy
Enhanced Compassion

12. The Bottom Line… “We are very good at preparing to live, but not very good at living.” Thich Nhat Hanh
You have permission to rest.
Until WE are willing to change, we cannot help others do so.
Time is non-refundable. Use it with intention.
Identify your resentments-they will become what breaks you down. Identify your APPRECIATIONS-they will be what reminds you about what truly matters.

13. THANK YOU!
Living In the Moment - Jason Mraz