Mindfulness is a type of meditation in which you
focus on being intensely aware of what you're sensing and feeling in the
moment, without interpretation or judgment. Practicing mindfulness involves
breathing methods, guided imagery, and other practices to relax the body and
mind and help reduce stress. Research has shown that those who learn
mindfulness techniques often say they feel less stress and can think clearer. Today's Regulation Rendezvous will feature mindfulness strategies for teens and adults.
Explore the resources below to find mindfulness
strategies that might be helpful for you!
Apps
Apps are a great way to access mindfulness activities because for many teens and adults smart devices are always accessible so they can take their mindfulness activities with them. Click the images below to learn more about some of our favorite apps.
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| Breathe on Apple Watch |
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| Calm |
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| Breathe2Relax |
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| Tide |
Online Resources
Asperger Experts is an excellent online resource to learn more about what works for individuals with autism. They have videos, articles, and courses and our team has learned a lot from the creators. Find these resources on their website or YouTube page. One of our favorite mindfulness strategies they have shared is called Being With It and is described in the video below:
Research Articles
If you would like more informatiom about the science behind mindfulness we have shared some great articles below:
- Mayo Clinic (2018). Mindfulness Exercises. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/in-depth/mindfulness-exercises/art-20046356
- The Harvard Gazette (2018). Health and Medicine: With Mindfulness, Life’s in the Moment. https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2018/04/less-stress-clearer-thoughts-with-mindfulness-meditation/
For additional ideas on mindfulness and self-care visit our previous post:
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