World Health Day 2024: 10 Mindful Practices For Well Being

1. Mindful Eating: Chew your food slowly and thoroughly. Observe the flavours, textures, and colours of your food as well as how it affects your physical and mental well-being. By practicing mindful eating, you can avoid overindulging and cultivate a better relationship with food. (Image source: getty images)

2. Nature Walks: Encounter nature by going for a walk outside. The rustle of leaves, the singing of birds, the smell of flowers—take note of the sights, sounds, and scents surrounding you. It can be very reviving and focused to connect with nature. (Image source: getty images)

3. Full Body Scanning and Meditation: Spend a few minutes examining every part of your body, from head to toe, and noticing any tense or uncomfortable spots. Notice every area of your body, without passing judgement, starting at your head and working your way down to your feet. You can alleviate physical tension and gain a better understanding of your body's sensations with this practice. (Image source: getty images)

4. Increase your awareness of your digital consumption by practicing digital mindfulness. Give yourself a minute to think before interacting on social media or answering emails. Take note of how these activities make you feel, and whether they are in line with your priorities and values. To avoid overload and encourage balance, set limits on how much time you spend on digital devices. (Image source: getty images)

5. When engaging with others, engage in mindful communication by paying close attention and being totally present. Without interrupting, pay close attention while you speak, and choose your words wisely and compassionately. Increased empathy, fewer misunderstandings, and deeper connections can all be achieved through mindful communication. (Image source: getty images)

6. Writing down three things for which you are thankful every day might be accomplished by keeping a gratitude journal. Anything from a stunning environment or a thoughtful gift from a friend . You can improve your emotions of happiness and wellbeing by practicing appreciation and changing your attention from negativity to positivity. (Image source: getty images)

7. Laughing yoga- Laughter is frequently considered the finest medicine. Laughter yoga is a kind of group yoga that emphasises happiness, lightheartedness, and enjoyment. (Image source: getty images)

8. Activate all five senses.-Focusing on the here and now is one of the easiest methods to maintain mindfulness. Take a moment to pause your current task and take in your surroundings. What sounds are you hearing? Which smells are you detecting? What actions are those around you taking? To practise bringing your thoughts to the present now, wherever you are and whatever you're doing, focus all of your attention there and spend a few moments observing it through your five senses. (Image source: getty images)

9. Count- Using your senses, the 5-4-3-2-1 mindfulness exercise helps you stay rooted in the here and now. Look around you and identify five objects. Touch: Identify four sensations. Hear: Pay attention to three noises. Smell: Pick up on two aromas. Taste: Pick just one flavour. Take a moment to pause, carefully open each sense, and pay attention to the intricate details. Include it in your regular routine or use it as a tool to help you stay present in the moment. (Image source: getty images)

10. Instead of multitasking, which frequently leads to stress and lower productivity, concentrate on single-tasking. One task at a time requires all of your focus, and you'll probably find that you're more productive and less stressed.(Image source: getty images:)

Inputs by: Dr. Munia Bhattarcharya- Senior Consultant Psychologist, Marengo Asia Hospital Gurugram