MPDR Archives Blog Post #50 - September 14, 2014

Pause and intentionally bring attention to the next 3 breaths

The theme of mindfulness in relationships has been integrated into the mindfulness practice daily reminders for the past several days. Today, this theme is carried into the parenting realm with a link to a post about how mindfulness practice affects parenting. In my opinion, it is a worthwhile read for everyone whether or not you are a parent, and if you are a parent, regardless of the age of your children. The message applies to all relationships. 

The following is a brief excerpt from 3 Big Reasons to be a Mindful Parent by Kelly Edwards:  

“What reaction do you have inside when you are talking to someone and they check their text messages? Or when you try to tell your partner about something the children did today and they start opening the mail?

Mindfulness helps us keep our attention on one thing or one person without feeling compelled to follow distractions where our wandering mind wants to take us. That is truly being present.”     -Kelly Edwards 

If you are interested in reading the rest of the post, here is the link:

http://www.everyday-mindfulness.org/3-big-reasons-to-be-a-mindful-parent/

Wishing you a mindful day

Lee

M. Lee Freedman, MD,CM FRCP(C)