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A Q&A with Kelly Boys on mindfulness
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Benefits of Mindfulness
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Benefits of Mindfulness
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Finding quiet and inner calm is becoming increasingly important. The ancient practice of mindfulness has drawn a lot of attention because of its significant benefits for mental, emotional, and physical health. Through awareness of the present moment and non-judgmental attention exercises, mindfulness teaches us how to manage life with more clarity, resilience, and compassion.

Stress reduction and enhanced overall mental wellness are mindfulness' two key benefits. We give ourselves room for peace by focusing on the here and now and letting go of concerns about the past or the future. We get the ability to be aware of our thoughts and feelings without becoming caught up in them. When we are able to step back and consider our experiences without reacting, we are better equipped to manage obstacles with greater calmness and wise judgment. Studies have demonstrated that mindfulness-based therapies greatly improve psychological well-being and resilience while reducing symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression.

Mindfulness promotes improved emotional intelligence and self-awareness. We gain a greater understanding of ourselves and our inner environment by curiously studying our thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations. This self-awareness allows us to recognize and navigate our emotions skillfully, promoting more authentic and meaningful relationships with others. Additionally, engaging in mindfulness exercises helps us develop empathy and compassion, which improves our ability to interact with people in a kind and considerate manner.


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[Kelly Boys, Mindfulness Trainer] - The benefits of mindfulness are many. One of them is it benefits your whole nervous system and body, because you're letting yourself know that you can relax and still be alert at the same time, and there's a calm that develops in your being. And another benefit of mindfulness would be emotional intelligence. As you look at your inner experience, you begin to understand your emotions, your thoughts. As you look at those and begin to meet them, you understand and think about your relationships, and connections with work, and the world. And so I feel like it has far reaching effects, that start inwardly. The ultimate effect, I would say, would be on how you live day to day with your decision making, and with your how, and your purpose. Because mindfulness helps you clear through what's in the way of just being in your purpose.

Watching Now
Benefits of Mindfulness
Benefits of Mindfulness
Kelly Boys • 01:02

Finding quiet and inner calm is becoming increasingly important. The ancient practice of mindfulness has drawn a lot of attention because of its significant benefits for mental, emotional, and physical health. Through awareness of the present moment and non-judgmental attention exercises, mindfulness teaches us how to manage life with more clarity, resilience, and compassion.

Stress reduction and enhanced overall mental wellness are mindfulness' two key benefits. We give ourselves room for peace by focusing on the here and now and letting go of concerns about the past or the future. We get the ability to be aware of our thoughts and feelings without becoming caught up in them. When we are able to step back and consider our experiences without reacting, we are better equipped to manage obstacles with greater calmness and wise judgment. Studies have demonstrated that mindfulness-based therapies greatly improve psychological well-being and resilience while reducing symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression.

Mindfulness promotes improved emotional intelligence and self-awareness. We gain a greater understanding of ourselves and our inner environment by curiously studying our thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations. This self-awareness allows us to recognize and navigate our emotions skillfully, promoting more authentic and meaningful relationships with others. Additionally, engaging in mindfulness exercises helps us develop empathy and compassion, which improves our ability to interact with people in a kind and considerate manner.


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[Kelly Boys, Mindfulness Trainer] - The benefits of mindfulness are many. One of them is it benefits your whole nervous system and body, because you're letting yourself know that you can relax and still be alert at the same time, and there's a calm that develops in your being. And another benefit of mindfulness would be emotional intelligence. As you look at your inner experience, you begin to understand your emotions, your thoughts. As you look at those and begin to meet them, you understand and think about your relationships, and connections with work, and the world. And so I feel like it has far reaching effects, that start inwardly. The ultimate effect, I would say, would be on how you live day to day with your decision making, and with your how, and your purpose. Because mindfulness helps you clear through what's in the way of just being in your purpose.


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