Wholistic Health Series - Session #4: Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
On June 15, 2023, UHN’s RBCD clinic hosted the fourth session of the Wholistic Health Series with Mindfulness Advocate, Reena Ruparelia. This session explored mindfulness meditation practices and its benefits for people with Sickle Cell Disease, Thalassemia, and other Red Blood Cell Disorders.
What is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness about fully being present – to attend to what’s happening and what you are doing. Our minds often drift away from the present – sometimes, this can lead to anxiety. Mindfulness practices can gently bring us back to the present in a non-judgmental way.
Above all, mindfulness is an attitude – an approach to life!
“Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us.
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What are the ABCs of Mindfulness?
Mindfulness has three core practices:
Awareness – Aware of what you are thinking and doing
Being – Be with your experiences – just as it is
Choice – Chose to respond in a different way What are the benefits of Mindfulness?
What are the benefits of Mindfulness?
Improve sleep
Reduce stress
Emotional Wellbeing
Manage pain
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Next Session: The Importance of Mindfulness and Self-Compassion
Our fifth and final session for the Wholistic Health Series takes place on Thursday June 29, 2023 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. This session is called “The Importance of Mindfulness and Self-Compassion.” It will explore how we can practice self-compassion and kindness. You can register for this session here!
Learn More
Check out Reena’s Slide Deck for “Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation”
Watch the Wholistic Health Series Playlist
Register for the fifth and final session of the Wholistic Health Series, “The Importance of Mindfulness and Self-Compassion”
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