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Mindful people are happier, more exuberant, more empathetic, and more secure. They have higher self-esteem and are more accepting of their own weaknesses. Anchoring awareness in the here and now reduces the kinds of impulsivity and reactivity that underlie depression, binge eating, and attention problems. Mindful people can hear negative feedback without feeling threatened. They fight less with their romantic partners and are more accommodating and less defensive. As a result, mindful couples have more satisfying relationships.
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Jo
October 19, 2010 at 20:00Once again, such gentle, wise words. I’ve only recently discovered your little ‘bubble space’ here but, wow, you certainly know how to make a girl think and ponder. :0)
I too have battled with depression and anxiety over the years, and focusing on the here and now really is the only way to truly live. All those sparkling moments of wonder can be so easily missed when we are so engrossed in our heads on other matters or else flying round like ‘headless chickens’ through life. We can forget to be grateful for all that we already have, taking for granted that which should be treasured and is so very precious.
Thank you for your shining words of hope: such a bright light when our world can sometimes feel so dark and lost.
Many blessings ~ xxxx
juliana
October 20, 2010 at 13:11Oh, I know all about this though I am so thankful to say that the ‘depression’ period is getting shorter and shorter as I learn how to overcome it with positivity and gratitude and gentleness toward myself.
I admire you for being so honest about what you need and for staying with it.
xoxoxo
juliana
February 11, 2011 at 22:00Oh, I know all about this though I am so thankful to say that the ‘depression’ period is getting shorter and shorter as I learn how to overcome it with positivity and gratitude and gentleness toward myself.
I admire you for being so honest about what you need and for staying with it.
xoxoxo
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