Take Notice

Paying more attention to the present moment, to thoughts and feelings and to the world around us can boost our wellbeing.

Mindfulness


Mindfulness means paying full attention to something. It means slowing down to really notice what you're doing. Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you're mindful, you're taking your time. You're focusing in a relaxed, easy way.

When you practice mindfulness, your thoughts tune into what you're sensing in the present moment rather than thinking about the past or imagining the future.

Here are a few links to some mindfulness practices.

Body Scan


Mindfulness breathing activity


Hot Air Balloon Meditation (for sleep)


Five Minute Video


Twenty Minute Video


Here are some mindfulness colouring pages that you can do – click to print.

Can you design your own?

Quick tips to take notice

  • Keep a beautiful object near your desk/workspace

  • Plan to look up at the night sky

  • Notice signs of the season changing

  • Practise gratitude

  • Try mindfulness meditation

  • Sit quietly in a garden or park

  • Listen to your favourite music

  • Take a break from digital devices

  • Single-task – do one thing at a time

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