{"id":14700,"date":"2018-06-26T10:27:43","date_gmt":"2018-06-26T00:27:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/?p=14700"},"modified":"2024-07-09T18:21:35","modified_gmt":"2024-07-09T08:21:35","slug":"10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Mindfulness Exercises to Combat Stress and Anxiety"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]<em><strong>Mindfulness.<\/strong> <\/em>It\u2019s sprung up in the wheat fields of the web as the answer to all our worries. But what exactly is it, why should we be mindful and what mindfulness exercises actually work?<\/p>\n<p>Mindfulness is acknowledging the present for what it is and focusing on being in the moment. Seems simple in theory, but how often do you find yourself with a spare minute to stop, breathe and ruminate on life?<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re all busy people with hectic schedules. Work, family commitments, social lives, and hobbies can leave mindfulness on the bench, giving stress and anxiety the opportunity to play ball. Fortunately, we have some simple\u00a0mindfulness exercises\u00a0for\u00a0working through the worries.<\/p>\n<p>Here are 10 mindfulness exercises to help combat stress and anxiety.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#1_Remember_to_breathe\" >1. Remember to breathe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#2_Meditate_on_it\" >2. Meditate on it<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#3_Have_daily_reflections\" >3. Have daily reflections<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#4_Thank_you_for_the_music\" >4. Thank you for the music<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#5_Art_for_the_heart\" >5. Art for the heart<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#_6_Smell_the_flowers\" >\u00a06. Smell the flowers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#7_Nourish_the_body\" >7. Nourish the body<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#8_Break_a_sweat\" >8.\u00a0Break a sweat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#9_Talk_it_out\" >9. Talk it out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#_10_Pamper_yourself\" >\u00a010. Pamper yourself<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/#Are_You_Ready_For_Blys_Get_a_massage_today_Feel_better_tomorrow\" >Are You Ready For Blys? \nGet a massage today. Feel better tomorrow.\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Remember_to_breathe\"><\/span>1. Remember to breathe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>First up is breathing. It\u2019s very much an essential part of life and, believe it or not, there are many ways you can do it. Deep breathing slows the heart rate, increases the flow of oxygenated blood to the brain, and calms the mind. One breathing technique that aids in soothing and slowing stress is the 4-7-8 exercise:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Exhale completely from the mouth with a whoosh\u00a0sound;<\/li>\n<li>Inhale through the nose to the count of 4;<\/li>\n<li>Hold this breath for 7 seconds;<\/li>\n<li>Exhale again with whooshing breath to the count of 8.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This technique is excellent for relaxing the body and clearing the mind, and you\u2019re guaranteed to feel calm and recharged after this exercise.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Meditate_on_it\"><\/span>2. Meditate on it<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Similar to breathing, meditation is the true embodiment of mindfulness. Meditation is a powerful tool\u00a0and requires setting aside time to focus solely on you.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14707\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness2.jpg\" alt=\"Mindfulness exercises - meditation and breath\" width=\"1080\" height=\"722\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness2.jpg 1133w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness2-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness2-1024x684.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/>It doesn\u2019t have to be a lot of time, and it doesn\u2019t have to be anywhere in particular (although peace and quiet can help). To meditate is to reflect inwardly, and is for the brain what digestion is for the stomach. Meditation is an excellent way to not only eliminate stress and anxiety, but to become a happier and more positive person. If you\u2019re new to meditation, there are guided meditation apps like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.headspace.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Headspace<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.10percenthappier.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10% Happier<\/a>\u00a0that can start you on your journey.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Have_daily_reflections\"><\/span>3. Have daily reflections<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Reflection is that moment in the shower where the water is beating down nice and warm, the steam on the glass is thick enough to write things in, and your eyes are shut while you\u2019re rinsing lather from your hair, just musing. Whether you reflect internally, or you choose to journal, reflection &#8211; like meditation &#8211; is taking a moment to sit back and accept things for what they are. Once we are able to reflect and accept, we can move past negative thoughts.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Thank_you_for_the_music\"><\/span>4. Thank you for the music<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Music is soul food for the ears. Adding a soundtrack to our life can do wonderful things for our mind: cheer us up, calm us down, energise our body and motivate our brain. Whatever your preferred genre may be, music is an excellent reliever of stress and anxiety.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14744 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mitch-lensink-236502-unsplash-2.jpg\" alt=\"Blys mindfulness strategies - music therapy\" width=\"3500\" height=\"2334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mitch-lensink-236502-unsplash-2.jpg 3500w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mitch-lensink-236502-unsplash-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mitch-lensink-236502-unsplash-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mitch-lensink-236502-unsplash-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3500px) 100vw, 3500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We have favourite songs because they resonate with us on some emotional level and playing one of these familiar songs is comforting for us. Some music is designed to relax and soothe, like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UfcAVejslrU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">this track<\/a>\u00a0from Marconi Union. Music therapy is a real science and has proven therapeutic effects including sensory and social skills, cognitive functioning, and emotional development. Nothing switches up your mood like quite like\u00a0music, so it pays to keep your headphones nearby if you start\u00a0to feel overwhelmed.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Art_for_the_heart\"><\/span>5. Art for the heart<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Art may not be for everyone, but anyone can be an artist. Whatever your choice of media &#8211; paints, pencils, hot glue and pipe cleaners &#8211; a creative outlet can be liberating. Show stress who\u2019s boss by throwing paint at a canvas. Tackle anxiety head-on by\u00a0sketching something that inspires you. Superglue Paddle Pop sticks together and make a box for thoughts you don\u2019t need. Art is an expression and it is entirely personal, so break out the supplies and turn the ugly into something you can love.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_6_Smell_the_flowers\"><\/span>\u00a06. Smell the flowers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Scented candles have become a popular gift in recent times and it&#8217;s easy to see why: they\u2019re warm, mesmerising to watch, and\u00a0come in so many luxurious scents. There\u2019s comfort in aromas &#8211; that\u2019s why we wear perfume and spray\u00a0our houses with \u201cOcean Breeze\u201d. Aromatherapy is using scent, especially essential oils, for healing.<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14709\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness5.jpg\" alt=\"mindfulness5\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness5.jpg 4149w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/mindfulness5-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s suggested that some benefits of aromatherapy include reduced anxiety, boosted energy, expedited healing, improved cognition, increased circulation, and many more. Aromatherapy is a popular aid for insomniacs and poor sleepers. Essential oils like lavender, bergamot and ylang ylang are used to combat stress, and the soft scents of sandalwood can soothe an anxious mind.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Nourish_the_body\"><\/span>7. Nourish the body<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>What we put into our bodies is often overlooked when we\u2019re experiencing stress or anxiety. Some people seek solace in food and binge while otherwise are too\u00a0consumed themselves to eat anything at all. No matter how anxious you feel, you must remember that your body is what is holding all of\u00a0the tension.\u00a0Taking the time to prepare something healthy can be a great way to focus your energy on a productive task. Ingredients\u00a0that can help reduce stress include leafy greens, blueberries, pistachios and avocados. Fermented foods and omega-3 fatty acids found in nuts and some fish are excellent for the brain. And of course, there&#8217;s always dark chocolate.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Break_a_sweat\"><\/span>8.\u00a0Break a sweat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We\u2019re not saying you should fork out and subscribe to a professional gym &#8211; though that\u2019s great if you have! But we are saying that there&#8217;re endless studies exploring the\u00a0benefits of exercise on mental health.\u00a0Exercising produces endorphins, releases tension, elevates and stabilises mood, and is a productive way of combating stress and anxiety. Go for a walk or a jog around the block, lift some weights or do some crunches &#8211; whatever gets you moving.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14747 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/jacob-postuma-409826-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Blys mindfulness exercises - running\" width=\"6000\" height=\"4000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/jacob-postuma-409826-unsplash.jpg 6000w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/jacob-postuma-409826-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/jacob-postuma-409826-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/jacob-postuma-409826-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 6000px) 100vw, 6000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Yoga is a fantastic exercise and it&#8217;s gentle enough to do no matter what your fitness level. It strengthens muscles, increases flexibility and improves balance. Yoga requires concentration and discipline, both of which are excellent\u00a0behaviours for combating stress and anxiety.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Talk_it_out\"><\/span>9. Talk it out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We surround ourselves with loved ones to support each other. Those that care for\u00a0us will always be around to listen. Talking about what is bothering you may not necessarily fix the issue itself, but it definitely alleviates frustration. \u00a0A burden is lighter when carried on more shoulders. You will always feel better getting things off your chest, so speak to a family member, a friend, or even a professional if your stress\u00a0or anxiety is becoming unmanageable.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_10_Pamper_yourself\"><\/span>\u00a010. Pamper yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s the end of the week, and it\u2019s been a busy one. Client meetings and conferences and balancing supply and demand &#8211; it\u2019s a tough world we work in. One sure-fire way to eliminate stress and dissolve anxiety is to just relax! Pamper yourself, whether it\u2019s jumping in the spa, getting your nails done, cracking open a refreshing beverage, or having a massage therapist delivered to your door.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14736\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/blys-massage-1-1024x539-1.jpeg\" alt=\"blys massage 1\" width=\"1080\" height=\"568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/blys-massage-1-1024x539-1.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/blys-massage-1-1024x539-1-300x158.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/blys-massage-1-1024x539-1-768x404.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Qualified Blys mobile massage therapists offer a range of\u00a0treatments\u00a0to aid your ailments. If you want a relaxing Swedish Massage, need something Remedial for an aching back, or a\u00a0more specialised service like a Pregnancy or Sports Massage, Blys has you covered. <a href=\"https:\/\/app.getblys.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book online<\/a> or on the App\u00a0today. Available as individual, couple, or group massages.<\/p>\n<p><strong>So there you have it:<\/strong> 10 mindfulness exercises to combat stress and anxiety. We hope these simple suggestions will leave you feeling relaxed and at the top of your game!\u00a0There is no indulgence quite like self-care.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column centered_text=&#8221;true&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_You_Ready_For_Blys_Get_a_massage_today_Feel_better_tomorrow\"><\/span><strong>Are You Ready For Blys?<br \/>\nGet a massage today. 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