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Home / Body-Mind-Soul / What is the difference between meditation and mindfulness?

What is the difference between meditation and mindfulness?

Also find out what is mindful meditation.

By: Tania Tarafdar   | | Published: December 18, 2017 11:54 am
Tags: Meditation  Mindful meditation  Mindfulness  Zen meditation  
Increased stress levels can completely disturb the glandular system of your body. Since diabetes is a hormonal disorder, stress can have a negative impact on health. So meditation, relaxation and good sleep are important for controlling diabetes.

Everyone on Instagram seems to be putting out soothing pictures with be mindful captions. Yes, wellness has reached the masses but does that mean everyone knows what is mindfulness? Is it the same as mediation or is it something different? To clear your confusion once and for all, we got in touch with yoga and wellness expert Seema Nayak. Also Read - Feeling restless? Try these meditation techniques to calm your soul

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Meditation is when you intentionally set aside some time to be with yourself. When you make time to do something for yourself it is meditation. For instance, there is music meditation where the whole purpose is to relax and let go. There is exercise mediation where you exercise to clear out your mind. Meditation increases your awareness of the mind and its nature. It brings you in touch with our feelings, innermost desires and expectations. Here is a 10-step meditation guide for beginners.

What is mindfulness?

Mindfulness is just being aware. Mindfulness can be practised both formally and informally. When you are practising it informally, you are simply trying to be more aware of everything you do. The formal process is called mindfulness meditation which could be the real reason for all the confusion. So hear us out. Meditation and mindfulness overlap in mindfulness meditation. Mindful meditation involves focusing your mind on the present, which is known to improve mood, decrease stress and boost immune function. The goal is to be or stay in the present to the point where you are completely in control of yourself.

How to practice mindfulness?

A simple way to practice mindfulness is to put your hand on your belly and breathe slowly. Pay attention to your breaths, and feel the rise and fall of your belly under your hand. Focus on your inhalation and shut down everything else around you. Practice these 8 types of meditation for a calmer you.

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Published : December 18, 2017 11:54 am
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