FINDING
MEANING THROUGH
mindfulness
Mindful behaviour is not only linked to
maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness,
but aids in finding and connecting to those
values that give life a deeper meaning.
ELENA IACOVOU investigates.i
It’s not uncommon to believe that we
can find meaning from the things
we achieve: career progression, a
good salary, a new car or a lovely big
house. But if that’s the case, why are
so many so-called ‘successful’ people
feeling dissatisfied and struggling to
find meaning in their daily lives? If
we’re habitually seeking achievements
outside of ourselves, we can be
left feeling discontent when our
‘achievements’ fail to provide us with
long-term fulfilment. So, how can we
learn to appreciate the little things
and find value in all areas of our lives?
Emerging research is showing that
by engaging with mindful behaviour
and looking within, we can learn to
connect with every experience.Mindful behaviour
When we’re mindful, we’re better
able to maintain moment-by-
moment awareness of our thoughts,
emotions, physical sensations and our
environment. We’re more aware of our
thought patterns, are better equipped
to experience our emotions as they
arise and are able to understand how
this impacts our everyday lives.“Through mindful
practice, you begin
to create a space that
allows you to move
forward, towards
what you really want,
as you are no longer
held captive by your
limiting thoughts.”naturalhealthmag.com.au AUSTRALIAN NATURAL HEALTH | 37