Mindfulness
Mindfulness is the ability to be present in the here and now. This can help you be more aware and understanding of your feelings in a non-judgemental way.
Taking time to be mindful in a way that works for you can improve sleep, improve your focus and concentration, and help you enjoy the little things in life.
On this page, you can find a range of mindfulness tips and ideas to help you feel calmer and help you to thrive.
Learn more about mindfulness
Factsheet on mindfulness from NHS UK
Getting started with mindfulness from Mindful
A guide to mindfulness from Headspace
Mindfulness activities
20 meditative journeys for everyone from Meditainment
Mindfulness exercises and techniques from Positive Psychology
1-minute mindfulness exercise from Psych Central
A wide range of courses, exercises and resources on Mindfulness from the Mindfulness Association
Mindfulness apps
Smiling Minds
Smiling Minds has daily meditation and mindfulness exercises designed to help you with stress, sleep, concentrations, wellbeing, relationships, physical exercise and nutrition.
Cost: Free
Be Mindful
Be Mindful is an online course for reducing stress, depression and anxiety. It guides you through the elements of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT).
Cost: One-off cost of £30
Headspace
Headspace has everyday mindfulness activities designed to help you feel happy, healthier and well-rested.
Cost: Free with in-app purchases or Monthly £9.99; Yearly £49.99
*If you are unemployed in the UK you can get a free premium subscription
Happify
Happify uses positive psychology, mindfulness activities and cognitive behavioural therapy to help you feel happier.
Cost: Free with in-app purchases or Monthly $14.99; Yearly $139.99 per year ($11.67/month); Lifetime $449.99
Please go to our apps page for more information about mental health and wellbeing apps.