Hey everyone, Scott Asner here!  

Today, I want to highlight the benefits of practicing mindfulness in daily life. We often find ourselves multitasking, thinking about the past or worrying about the future, and rarely taking a moment to fully experience the present moment. Mindfulness is a simple practice that can help us bring our attention to the here and now. Whether you’re focusing on your breathing, meditating, walking, or just paying attention to the world around you, the benefits of practicing any kind of mindfulness at least once a day, definitely has its benefits.  

1. Reduce Stress 

One of the most important benefits of mindfulness is its ability to reduce stress. When we practice mindfulness through meditation or deep breathing, we focus our attention on the present, letting go of worries about the future and regrets about the past. This can help lower the production of stress hormones, leading to a greater sense of peace. 

2. Improve Mental Health  

Mindfulness can also improve our ability to regulate our emotions. When exercise mindfulness, like journaling and reflecting on your present moment, we can become more aware of our emotional responses and can choose how to respond to them. Mindfulness also helps us be at peace with ourselves and our environment by giving us a feeling of gratitude and control. This can lead to greater emotional stability and a reduced likelihood of reacting impulsively in stressful situations!  

4.  Increase Focus and Concentration  

In this digital age, our attention spans are constantly being pulled in various directions. Mindfulness can help us sharpen our focus and concentration by training our minds to stay on task and resist distractions. This can lead to better mental strength and overall mental health as well, ultimately helping us in workplaces, school and daily life in general. 

5. Improve Relationships 

Mindfulness can have a positive impact on our relationships with others. It allows us to become better listeners and are more present when interacting with loved ones, which strengthens our key relationships and allows us to feel better support from those around us. It also allows those around us to feel more support and heard from us.

That’s all for today folks! I hope this article inspired you to tap into your own mental health and start practicing mindfulness in your daily life! See you next time! 

 
~ Scott Asner, Founding Principal of Eighteen Capital Group (18CG) in Kansas City, Missouri     

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