Mindfulness: As Simple as Explaining It to a Five-Year-Old
NEWSLETTER
Try explaining meditation to a five-year-old. Challenging, right?
Turns out it wasn't that hard.
And here’s the thing—breaking it down in simple language is a great approach for us adults too.
Meditation is pretty straightforward, but we often make it complicated.
Mindfulness is simply about being present in the moment. It’s about paying attention to your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings without judgement.
The way I explained meditation to my daughter was by asking her to:
➡️ Sit still, close her eyes, and take deep breaths.
➡️ Listen to her breath going in and out
➡️ Notice if the air was cool or warm as it moved through her nostrils.
➡️ Feel her belly filling up when she breathed in and get smaller when she breathed out.
➡️ And then, If any thoughts come up, imagine them as bubbles floating away.
And that's pretty much what I tell my clients too!
Why is mindfulness good for you?
Reduces Stress: Mindfulness helps reduce stress by bringing your focus back to the present moment, away from worries about the past or future.
Enhances Focus: Regular mindfulness practice can improve your attention and concentration, making you more productive.
Improves Emotional Regulation: Being mindful helps you become more aware of your emotions and better manage them, leading to emotional stability.
Boosts Well-being: Mindfulness can increase your overall sense of well-being and happiness by helping you appreciate what's in front of you.
Incorporating mindfulness into your daily routine doesn’t have to be complicated.
Start with a few minutes each day—focus on your breath, notice the sensations in your body, or simply pay attention to your surroundings.
Keep it simple, just like you would explain it to a five-year-old.
If you haven’t tried it yet, give it a go. You might find that the simplicity is exactly what you need.
Bonus Content:
Dive into tranquility with this 20-Minute Vagus Nerve Meditation. It's a perfect way to start your day (or finish your day!), helping you activate the calming power of your Vagus Nerve. Through gentle breathing techniques and progressive relaxation exercises, you'll reduce stress and enhance your body's natural relaxation response, bringing renewed mental clarity and emotional balance.
Have a wonderful week everyone!
Chibs
