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The "Mindful Breathing and Body Awareness" Forest session is an opportunity to cultivate mindfulness through conscious breathing and body awareness exercises. In this session, you will learn practical techniques like body scanning and mindful breathing exercises that can enhance your awareness and help you stay present in the moment. The Forest dedicated mental health professional will provide guidance throughout the session and can answer any questions you may have along the way. We highly recommend attending this session to improve your mindfulness skills and enhance your mental wellbeing.
The Mindful Breathing and Body Awareness Forest Session is an opportunity to cultivate mindfulness through conscious breathing and body awareness exercises. Mindfulness is the practice of being present and fully engaged in the current moment, with acceptance and without judgment. This practice can help improve mental wellbeing by decreasing stress and promoting a sense of calm.
Mindful breathing is the act of consciously observing and controlling the breath. This practice can help calm the mind and promote relaxation. In the Mindful Breathing and Body Awareness Forest Session, participants will learn several breathing techniques that can be practiced in everyday settings.
Breathing techniques include:
Box Breathing: A technique that involves inhaling for a count of four, holding the breath for a count of four, exhaling for a count of four, and then holding the breath for a count of four.
4-7-8 Breathing: This breathing technique involves inhaling for a count of four, holding the breath for a count of seven, and exhaling for a count of eight.
Belly Breathing: Belly breathing is a technique that involves inhaling deeply through the nose, allowing the belly to expand, and then exhaling slowly through the mouth.
Body awareness is the practice of tuning in to the sensations and movements of the body. This practice can help promote relaxation and reduce tension. In the Mindful Breathing and Body Awareness Forest Session, participants will learn several body awareness techniques that can be practiced in everyday settings.
Body awareness techniques include:
Body Scan: A technique that involves mentally scanning the body from head to toe, noticing any areas of tension or discomfort. Participants will learn how to use this technique to release tension in the body.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation: This technique involves tensing specific muscles in the body for a few seconds and then relaxing them. Participants will learn how to use this technique to release tension in the body.
Practicing mindfulness can have numerous benefits for mental wellbeing. Research has shown that mindfulness can help individuals:
In addition to these benefits, mindfulness can also help individuals develop a greater sense of compassion for themselves and others. This can lead to greater emotional regulation, improved relationships, and a greater sense of overall life satisfaction.
The Mindful Breathing and Body Awareness Forest Session is available to all employees through the Panda Employee Assistance Program. This session is led by a trained mental health professional who will guide participants through various breathing and body awareness exercises.
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Practicing mindfulness can have numerous benefits for mental wellbeing. The Mindful Breathing and Body Awareness Forest Session is an excellent opportunity to learn practical techniques for cultivating mindfulness and promoting relaxation. We highly recommend attending this session to improve your mindfulness skills and enhance your mental wellbeing.
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