MINDFULNESS PROGRAMS - Where to go when you’re looking for help Types of Mindfulness Programs

PFLS Mindrulness Programs Community Resource Sheets MINDFULNESS PROGRAMS Where to go when you’re looking for help Updated: February 2024 Mindfulness is about being aware and present in the moment, with acceptance and without judgment. [...] Mindfulness reduces stress and anxiety, increases focus and attention, promotes a sense of calm, enhances self-awareness and improves sleep. [...] Types of Mindfulness Programs Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) can help with chronic pain, anxiety and panic, job or family stress and high blood pressure. [...] Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) combines cognitive therapy methods with mindfulness and mindfulness meditation. [...] It has the same objectives as other mindfulness programs and uses the same mindfulness practices, such as mindful eating, body scans, mindful breathing and mindful walking.