It has been said that death and taxes are the only guarantees in life. Nowadays, you could add stress to that list. If you feel crushed under the weight of your “to-do list” and frazzled by the never-ending demands on your time, money, and mental well-being, you are not alone. Many people feel overwhelmed and burned out daily.
Everybody’s experience with stress is different, but most of us would like a lot less of it in our lives. The quest for stress-relief has become such a pressing need that a booming, world-wide industry has sprung up to fill the demand.
To that end, everything from workplace stress management classes to popping bubble wrap has been touted as a remedy for the chronically burned out.
Into the fray, mindfulness has emerged as a readily available, surprisingly effective stress buster. This ancient meditation technique isn’t just a new fad. It has actual science supporting its mental health benefits.
So, here’s what you need to know about using mindfulness to reduce your stress.