Being a caregiver is difficult. It can sap your energy, leaving you feeling stressed and anxious. Fortunately, there’s an effective, natural remedy: mindfulness.
Mindfulness happens when you experience each moment fully. You’re aware, or mindful, of what you’re doing and what’s happening around you. And you’re conscious of thoughts and feelings, but not distracted by them. You feel calm and unburdened.
You can train yourself to be mindful in just five to ten minutes per day. Basically, you sit quietly and pay attention to your breath as it goes in and out.
There are even mindfulness apps you can use on your smartphone to help train your mind. You’ll find your caregiving improves the more mindful you are.
Find out more about the apps, and download one, at the
AppStore and
Google Play.