"Dropping Anchor" is a powerful grounding technique designed to help you stay steady in the midst of emotional turbulence.

It can be used to manage difficult thoughts, feelings, memories, urges, and physical sensations more effectively.

Rooted in ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), this practice is taught and narrated by Dr Russ Harris — therapist, trainer of health professionals, and author of The Happiness Trap (along with eight other books).

This is a fantastic centering exercise to keep in your mental health toolkit, for whenever life feels overwhelming or chaotic.

Join our Month of Mindfulness Challenge 30 days of short daily practices to help you slow down, check in, and care for your mind.

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Water is involved in nearly everything our body does, yet we often take it for granted.

Today’s practice is a simple mindful hydration exercise that combines the benefits of meditation and hydration into a single, easy action. It only takes a couple of minutes and can have a powerful impact on your mind and body.

Some of the benefits of mindful hydration include:

Calms and grounds your mental state

Improves gut health

Enhances sleep quality

Reduces stress levels

Lowers risk of migraines and headaches

Boosts mood and cognitive function

Increases blood flow and energy levels

Improves concentration and productivity

Helps lower levels of anxiety and depression

And of course, it keeps you well hydrated!

So grab a cup, glass, or bottle of water, and give this mindful practice a try.

Join our Month of Mindfulness Challenge 30 days of short daily practices to help you slow down, check in, and care for your mind.

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Scientists have found that practicing gratitude can offer powerful health benefits. It may make you happier, reduce anxiety, and boost your immune system. Research also shows it can increase optimism, relieve depression, improve sleep, lower blood pressure, and strengthen relationships.

This short session guides you to reflect on what you appreciate in your life — the big things, the small things, and everything in between.

Practicing gratitude means consciously recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of your life. By doing this exercise, you will begin to feel yourself more grounded and grateful for what is in your life right now.

Join our Month of Mindfulness Challenge 30 days of short daily practices to help you slow down, check in, and care for your mind.

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