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We All Should Use Mindfullness Techniques
The first time I became acclimated to the word “Mindfulness” was when I was participating in phase II of pulmonary rehabilitation after my single lung transplant. A 30 minute education component was part of the program at the end of the physical requirements of the session. Our respiratory therapist, Lynn Gorton conducted almost all of the education sessions. She introduced the importance of mindfulness to all of us in the class. She stressed the importance of using mindfulness strategies for relaxation, and then demonstrated these strategies to facilitate and model better breathing techniques for the class. I found these strategies useful and use them if I find myself short of breath, which usually happens when I overly exert myself. I previously wrote a column and forum topic on Lynn, and the passion she has for her patients.
I recently read a publication titled; “Mindfulness: 17 Simple Ways to Ease Stress”. We as patients of a special group are by nature, under an unfathomable amount of stress on an ongoing basis. Others may not see it on the outside of us but we sure do feel it on the inside. We all need a stress relief and this short publication offers different ways to relieve stress. This list is not all inclusive because there are many other strategies that weren’t mentioned and many of us enjoy, but this is a start. Sometimes we all need a nudge to get things going. I like this publication because it is interactive and will have you practicing mindfulness while you are going through the 17 ways to ease stress. Sometimes we all need to just take time for ourselves and take a deep breath and breathe.
What are some strategies you use to relieve stress?
Do you use mindfulness strategies?
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