The Importance of Mindfulness in the Classroom
Amidst assignments, tests, and extracurricular activities, it can be easy to become overwhelmed, so it becomes essential to implement moments of mindfulness into your day. By engaging in these activities, you can help alleviate feelings of stress, paving the way towards academic success. In this blog post, we'll introduce three tips for practicing mindfulness.
Breathing: As simple as this seems, focusing on your breath is a powerful way to ground yourself at any moment. You can regain your focus and clarity by taking a moment to inhale and exhale slowly. Doing this is particularly helpful before a test or exam as it will help you center yourself. You can give it a try right now and take note of how you feel!
Mindful listening: It might be easy to lose focus with the seemingly constant distractions around us; however, by trying to actively and mindfully listen and engage with your peers, teachers, and tutors, you can foster the ability to communicate better and listen to those around you. Active listening, such as in a classroom setting, can lead to great student success because you can retain information better, take better notes, and be well-prepared on test day. Mindfully listening to others when they speak is also essential, as it will help you when it comes to your professional development whether that be in higher education settings or the workplace.
Mindful walking: Amidst studying and spending hours sitting in the classroom or at your desk it is important to get up every now and then to take a walk, even if briefly. If possible, walk slowly and pay attention to the steps you're taking and your surroundings. This will promote physical well-being and allow for a rejuvenating break.
Well, there you have it! Three simple but powerful tips that will ground you and allow you to regain mental clarity and focus. It is important to take care of yourself by attending to both your physical and mental well-being. Remember to implement these tips the next time you feel overwhelmed, but importantly even before you do!
