Mindfulness has emerged into the zeitgeist in recent years, with waves of schools of thought, pop culture references abounding, and mindfulness practices woven into many holistic therapy approaches.

The definition of mindfulness is paying attention - being in the present moment, rather than reliving the past, or concerning oneself about the future. But how can that be used? Is it actually beneficial for mental health?

Dr Florian Ruths, consultant psychiatrist and senior psychotherapist, discusses mindfuless, and how he encourages his patients to engage.

References:

Jon Kabat-Zinn: https://jonkabat-zinn.com/downloads/

Headspace: https://www.headspace.com/

Calm: https://www.calm.com/

Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World: https://franticworld.com/