Midterms are here and Spring Break is near! Before we get to our freedom, we need to overcome the monster itself: midterms.If you’re having difficulty destressing, here is one method to help alleviate anxiety.
MEDITATION
What is it?
Meditation comes from a Buddhist background and continues to aid people to this day. You don’t have to focus on the philosophy, but this should be honed towards your health and well-being.
Why should I do it?
While that may be unusual for some, meditating provides numerous benefits for your mental health and your body such as reduced anxiety, lowering stress, increasing mindfulness, and so much more…
How do I meditate?
The internet can provide you millions of methods to meditate. However, it’s not too difficult to get started:
-You would want to sit upright in a chair or a comfy area
-Set an alarm for the amount of time you want to meditate
-Just close your eyes, breathing slowly and deeply.
Be present with every breath. You could be thinking about a lot of things, but try not to label these thoughts as “good” or “bad.” Let them pass and continue to focus on breathing.
Okay, I did that. Now what?
If you struggled a little that’s perfectly normal! Now, it’s up to you if you want to schedule this in your day either early morning or at night when your day has ended. It just takes practice!
Click here if you are interested in meditation and want to learn more!
Good luck with midterms!