Practicing mindfulness is one of the best things you can do for yourself. It allows you to reflect, be grateful and achieve an overall greater sense of peace.

Here are 5 mindfulness activities you can do today to boost your mood:

Go on a Walk in Nature

Connecting with nature is a great way to calm yourself down. Leave any electronics at home and merely focus on the nature around you — the smell, the view as well as the way you feel. If you live near a body of water, you should also try walking along there, as water has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety.

Colouring

You can use a colouring book or a plain piece of paper. Colouring not only is a great way for you to relax, but it provides you with a creative outlet. Allow your busy mind to relax as you focus on the page in front of you. Colouring has been shown to reduce stress, anxiety, and improves your quality of sleep.

Recite Positive Affirmations

You should not rely on other people to hear compliments about yourself. It’s important to practice acknowledging your self-worth and encouraging yourself to be the best version of yourself every day. 

Some examples of positive affirmations include: 

“I am worthy of good things” 

“I am proud of what I have accomplished”

“I will be kind to myself and others today”

Yoga 

Yoga is a commonly practiced way to reduce your stress. It brings harmony between mind, body, and your environment. 

Watch the Sunrise/Sunset

Taking the time to appreciate the little things that make every day beautiful will provide you with a greater sense of peace and life satisfaction. Sunrises and sunsets are something that each only happen once a day, and are truly breathtaking to observe. Try to take the time every day to sit back and enjoy the beauty that the sky provides us with.

With these activities, you will give your mind and body the break it deserves. If you want to integrate mindfulness into your everyday routine, check out these simple steps to make any day an amazing day.