This is why mindfulness isn’t working for you
In a culture obsessed with self-care, feeling like you've failed at the practice of mindfulness can breed unique feelings of frustration, resentment, and even shame. It seems so simple: Quietly observing your thoughts, you remain open to and curious about the present moment without judging the ideas that ping back and forth in your consciousness. You expect to experience the benefits that research says mindfulness can offer, including reduced stress, increased attentional focus, less emotional volatility, and improved relationship satisfaction. Read more... More about Mental Health, Meditation, Mindfulness, March Mindfulness, and Social Good