The document provides stress reduction tips through mindful living practices. It recommends using everyday occurrences like the phone ringing to notice one's breath and thoughts. It also suggests experimenting with self-compassion during limitations and choosing daily activities like brushing teeth to practice mindfulness. Taking breaks from the news is also recommended to reduce anxiety.

1. ^ MINDFUL LIVING'S ^
Stress Reduction Tips
^ Make ordinary, repetitive occurrences such as the
telephone ring, a stop in traffic, or a sip of water occasions
to notice the breath and activity of your mind for a few
moments.
^ Experiment with being compassionate and nonjudgmental
with yourself when you are reminded of your limitations.
i*- When you're in a rush, ask yourself "Do 1 really need to
hurry?"
^ Try welcoming your emotions as they come, instead of
pushing them aivay.
Choose one daily activity to practice mindfully . . .
brushing teeth, taking shower, cleaning house, playing
with children.
^ Turn off the radio in the car and pay attention to driving
and to your thoughts.
The violence in the news can create anxiety and over-
stimulation in us. Take a break from the news and TV, in
general.
To learn more about mindfulness
and the benefits of a regular practice, please visit us at:
www.livingmindfully.org
M I C K i n N E M.Ed., L.P.C. 3701 K i r b y Drive, Suite 890,
Houston, T X . 77098 Phone: 713.522.7032
Artwork by John Pavlicek