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Mindfulness vs. Meditation
Not the same but each is helpful for survival today
It is common these days to hear or read something about mindfulness and meditation. However, few people recognize these exercises for what they are and have no clue what the difference is between them.
In this article, we will discover mindfulness and meditation and how they can work in consort to aid you on your healing journey.
What is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness, like meditation, is a practice that aims to help people feel well. This is super-important when you are healing from complex post-traumatic stress disorder as often people affected by it need the calmness and sense of well-being mindfulness can offer.
The beauty of mindfulness is that it can be practiced informally and at leisure. Mindfulness can be practiced regardless of what you do, such as eating lunch or conversing.
Mindfulness is practiced by many religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and even in non-religious practices such as yoga (also a form of meditation). Even prayer is a form of mindfulness.
Practicing mindfulness doesn’t take long and will not interfere with your everyday life. Five minutes is generally all you need to feel in control and calm. Below are just a few mindfulness…
