What is Handwashing Mindfulness?

Use your Senses of Touch, Sight, & Hearing during washing your hands.

Step #1: Turn the water on

*What are you feeling? Is it warm or cold?

Step #2: After you turn the water off

Step #3: Get the soap -Lather the soap  

*Some things to think about -What are you smelling? Is it a pleasant odor? Does it remind you of anything? What sensations are you feeling?

Step #4: Washing and rubbing your hands with the soap for the 20 seconds

* How does this make you feel? Counting to 20 seconds or singing a song

*Take these moments to think and reflect on how you are taking care of yourself by washing your hands to keep you healthy!

Step #5: Rinse your hands

Step# 6: Dry your hands