Bridge Street Psychology is a psychology clinic in the heart of Epping dedicated to achieving better mental health outcomes for their clients.
Our psychologists will provide you with evidence based strategies so you can work towards improving your mental health and overall wellbeing.
Most of us spend very little time in the present moment. Instead we spend a lot of our time in our heads, dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. In fact research suggests that we spend about 47% of our waking hours thinking about something other than what we are doing.
It is normal for our minds to wander off to thoughts at times; after all, our mind is a thought machine. Telling your mind not to think is about as effective as telling your eyes to stop seeing or your ears to stop listening. However, research suggests that spending too much time in our heads, rather than in the present moment, reduces overall happiness and can lead to the development of mental health issues like depression, anxiety, eating disorders and substance dependence.
There are many definitions of what mindfulness is. We describe it as being more aware in every moment of your life. It is about intentionally paying attention to each moment, being fully engaged in whatever is happening around you and within you. It involves being curious and open to whatever is experienced, rather than habitual patterns of avoidance, judgement and criticism.
At Bridge Street Psychology our psychologists are trained in the application of mindfulness for a variety of different issues. To find out more about our experience in mindfulness visit our psychologists’ profiles by clicking here or call us today to make an appointment on 9876 1800.
We all encounter challenges when starting something new. Our willingness and openness to engage in something unfamiliar is the first step to building a new skill. Mindfulness can bring benefits to your life. You just need to give it a go! Learn more about some simple tips for starting a mindfulness practice and learn how to create mindful moments in your daily life by clicking below.
Making time for mindful movement can increase a sense of calm and fulfilment. Mindful movement can be in various forms and finding a movement practice that works for you can allow you to feel anchored to the present moment and to be one with your body. Yoga is just one form of mindful movement that may enhance your mindfulness practice. Learn more about yoga and mindfulness.
Mindfulness involves the practice of skills. As a practice, mindfulness does not require perfection. Mindfulness skills can help you to observe the present moment without judgement, describe your current surroundings clearly and allow you to effectively participate in your everyday activities with minimised stress and worry. Learn more about skills to Observe, Describe and Participate.
