WAVELENGTHS PSYCHOLOGY
  • Home
  • Children
    • About Child Therapy
    • ADHD and Children
  • Adolescents
    • About Teen Therapy
    • Anxiety and Teens
    • Depression and Teens
  • Adults
    • Therapy for Adults
    • Women Focused
  • Neurofeedback
  • Providers
    • Providers at a glance
    • Sharon Grand, Ph.D.
    • Jayoti Chabra, LMSW
    • Bryan Johnson, LMSW
    • Melissa Laks, LMSW
    • Melissa Marconi, LMSW
    • Ginger Mencher, LCSW
    • Linda Montalbano, LPMHC
    • Andrea Panebianco, M.S.
    • Victoria Pitz, LPMHC
    • Caroline Rudin, LMSW, MS.Ed
    • Jessica Satkunasingham, LMSW
    • Amanda Snizek, LMSW
    • Rukiya Symister, M.A.
    • Eric Walter, Psy.D.
    • Janet Whyte, LMSW
    • Denise Wright, Ph.D., BCBA, LBA
    • Staff Login
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Posts
  • Groups
    • Women
    • Young Adults
    • Teens
  • Employment Opportunities
    • Therapist Openings
    • Post-Doctoral Fellowship
    • Psychology Internships

Wavelengths Blog

Mindfulness 101

10/18/2022

1 Comment

 
by Janet Whyte, LCSW
Picture

What is mindfulness? To some people, it may sound like something that only “hippies” do. The truth is, everyone can benefit from practicing mindfulness in their daily lives. According to the American Psychological Association, practicing mindfulness comes with many proven benefits including reducing stress, reducing rumination, improving attention, decreasing emotional reactivity, and increasing cognitive flexibility as well as relationship satisfaction. All in all, mindfulness can contribute to better mental health and wellbeing. 

​How do you actually practice mindfulness?
It starts with being present in the moment, paying attention to what is happening right here and now. Notice your thoughts, emotions, and body sensations, and do so without judgment. Try to accept your current experience without labeling it as good or bad. Remember that thoughts are not facts, and they are not permanent. When you notice your mind wandering, gently bring your focus back to the present moment. It’s okay if your mind wanders a lot in the beginning – this is normal! The more you practice mindfulness, the easier it will become to bring your attention back to the here and now. 

Finding ways to incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine can help the practice become more natural. Pick a time of day that works for you, such as in the morning as you wake up, at the end of the work day, or before falling asleep at night. Practicing mindfulness (for at least 10 minutes) at the same time every day will help reinforce a sense of calm focus that can be drawn upon whenever you need it. You can try to practice mindfulness while you take a walk outside, while you are eating, or while you are in the shower. Try to notice your surroundings and any sensations, such as the birds chirping, the taste of what you are eating, and the feeling of the warm water. 

Try this 5 Senses Mindfulness exercise if you’d like to become more connected to the present moment through your senses:   
Picture
There are plenty of resources online that offer guided mindfulness exercises, including apps for your smartphone. If you have additional questions about how to practice mindfulness or about how mindfulness could help improve your life, your therapist will be happy to assist you on this journey! ​
1 Comment
Edward Bender link
11/13/2022 02:24:04 am

Total already stand window artist theory. Exactly option stand Republican.
Suffer among least quite people behind. Right coach guy off mission race find institution.

Reply



Leave a Reply.

    Archives

    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    August 2022

    Categories

    All
    ADHD
    Andrea Panebianco
    Body-Mind
    Caroline Rudin
    Children
    Chonic Illness
    Dating
    Holidays
    Inspiration
    Janet Whyte
    Jayoti Chabra
    Jessica Satkunasingham
    Linda Montalbano
    Living Your Dreams
    Melissa Laks
    Melissa Marconi
    Parenting
    Psychological Theory
    Rukiya Symister
    Self Care
    Sharon Grand
    Sleep
    Stress Management
    Therapy
    Victoria Pitz

Wavelengths Psychology 

4770 Sunrise Highway, Ste 105, Massapequa Park, NY 11762 / 520 Franklin Avenue, Ste L-18C, Garden City, NY 11530

Good Faith Estimates
As of January 1, 2022,all healthcare providers are required to provide estimates for the cost of care for all clients not utilizing health insurance.  The Good Faith Estimate shows the cost of any items and services that are reasonably expected for your healthcare needs and treatment.  This will be provided by the office upon scheduling and/or as requested.  This Good Faith estimate does not include unexpected costs that could arise during treatment.  Learn more here.

Information contained on this website is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or diagnosis. Nothing on this site is intended nor should be taken as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other qualified healthcare professional. You should not use the information on this website for self-diagnosing yourself- treating any health problem or disease, or self-prescribing any medication or other treatment.

  • Home
  • Children
    • About Child Therapy
    • ADHD and Children
  • Adolescents
    • About Teen Therapy
    • Anxiety and Teens
    • Depression and Teens
  • Adults
    • Therapy for Adults
    • Women Focused
  • Neurofeedback
  • Providers
    • Providers at a glance
    • Sharon Grand, Ph.D.
    • Jayoti Chabra, LMSW
    • Bryan Johnson, LMSW
    • Melissa Laks, LMSW
    • Melissa Marconi, LMSW
    • Ginger Mencher, LCSW
    • Linda Montalbano, LPMHC
    • Andrea Panebianco, M.S.
    • Victoria Pitz, LPMHC
    • Caroline Rudin, LMSW, MS.Ed
    • Jessica Satkunasingham, LMSW
    • Amanda Snizek, LMSW
    • Rukiya Symister, M.A.
    • Eric Walter, Psy.D.
    • Janet Whyte, LMSW
    • Denise Wright, Ph.D., BCBA, LBA
    • Staff Login
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Posts
  • Groups
    • Women
    • Young Adults
    • Teens
  • Employment Opportunities
    • Therapist Openings
    • Post-Doctoral Fellowship
    • Psychology Internships