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Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

Unknown userMember21 Aug 2018, 4:31 pm AEST

Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

For this Topic Tuesday, we thought we would revisit a coping strategy that is spoken about a lot these days - mindfulness. The practice of mindfulness can help us to maintain our wellbeing and manage overwhelming and stressful times, however it can be hard to take the time to practice and intimidating to start. We will investigate how this coping mechanism can be adapted into your own self care as a supporter of a loved one. You may even be able to share with them what you learn and approach it together!

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In response to: Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

AdgeSenior Contributor25 Sept 2018, 8:53 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

Thanks @Shaz51 I really need them right now, even cyber-hugs... Adge

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CheerBearSenior Contributor25 Sept 2018, 8:54 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

❤ @Shaz51

I'm not a carer in the sense that so many amazing people here are but I am a parent and that comes with lots of caring. It could be really helpful for me to let go of the guilt I can feel when I am snappy or don't have the patience I'd like (and that my kids would like me to have), that I often experience when I'm feeling overwhelmed. Being more accepting that I need time out and that I'm not always going to get things right, could be great.

@Adge good luck with what you have on.

Thanks for the discussion @Former-Member and all 🙂

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Shaz51Senior Contributor25 Sept 2018, 8:55 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

@Former-Member

Seems there is a little tagging and liking problems

And I think of the good times

Love spending time wit a cuppa outside or on the front steps

Love having a Epsom salts soak

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AdgeSenior Contributor25 Sept 2018, 8:57 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

Yes, I guess we've run out of time. Thanks @Former-Member Thanks everyone. I think that was a really good discussion. Adge

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Unknown userMember25 Sept 2018, 8:59 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

Happens to the best of us @Adge. I feel like its come to that point of the evening for most too! I will leave this thread open until tomorrow if you feel like popping any further thoughts in everyone ☺️

@CheerBear I think that is a really beautiful example of letting go. Guilt is hard one in any aspect of caring and loving and supporting others. I encourage everyone to be mindful of the negative thoughts and practice some letting go! @Shaz51 great to keep the good times in the forfront of a mindful moment to keep a level perspective too.

I'm really grateful to everyone that participated tonight or watched on - even if you weren't so keen on mindfulness 😉 I hope you have all learnt something or have something you can take away and practice a bit more on!

I've got some useful resources I'll leave with you all in the next post!

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Unknown userMember25 Sept 2018, 9:02 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

Useful SANE resources:

Facts & Guides: Mindfulness

CBT & Mindfulness for carers

What mindfulness app is right for you

Being mindful with a mind that is full

Useful resources:

https://www.mindful.org/get-your-mind-and-body-out-of-crisis-mode/

https://www.carergateway.gov.au/mindfulness

https://mrsmindfulness.com/how-to-use-mindfulness-in-times-of-crisis-challenge/ (three breath hug and mantra – this story has some tragic themes)

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AdgeSenior Contributor25 Sept 2018, 9:03 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

Ooh Useful Resources @Former-Member That's always a good thing (could be very useful)... Adge

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Shaz51Senior Contributor25 Sept 2018, 9:03 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Understanding Mindfulness // Tues 25 Sep, 7pm AEDT

Thankyou @Former-Member

@CheerBear, I am a wife and a daughter

Mr shaz tells me I am not his carer

And you are amazing my friend xxxx

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