Mind Full or Mindful?

An Introduction to the art of being

 Who We Are

Our Mission:
To provide UNCG
employees with Focus Areas:
information, * Healthy Eating
programs, and
services that help to * Physical Activity
promote a healthier * Stress Management
lifestyle and a better
quality of life. * Tobacco Cessation
 What We Do

* HealthyU
* WellU Coaching Services
* ActiveU
* MindfulU
* Noon Ball
* Aqua Aerobics
* Fitness Lending Library
* The Personal Wellness Profile
* Special events and programs
Mindfulness & You

* What is your definition

of mindfulness?

* What does
mindfulness look like
in your world?
 Overview of Session

Mindfulness Defined

Health Impacts of Mindfulness

Attitudes & Commitment With Mindfulness

Take Mindfulness For A Test Drive (or walk)

 What is mindfulness?

Mindfulness means paying

attention in a particular way, on
purpose, in the present moment,
non-judgmentally
-Jon Kabat Zinn
 What Mindfulness Isnt

Forced calmness or relaxation

Zoning out and losing sense of self

A way to eliminate all stress

Time consuming and scheduled

Removal of negative or undesirable thoughts

A one time fix for all our lives problems

A Quick Clip To Enhance Our
Understanding
Health Impacts of Mindfulness

Can help to reduce cortisol levels, our bodys natural

hormonal response to stress
Decreasing cortisol levels can also help lower BP

Improve our cognitive function through changes in our

brain structure
These changes can aid in improved sleep quality

Positive perceptions of reflection, relationships, and

resiliency
These in combination can improve quality of life, which is a
predictor of longevity
Ingredients For Mindful Success

Non-Judging
Patience With Self
Maintain A Beginners Mind
Trusting Yourself
Non- Striving
Acceptance
Letting Go
 Find Your Fit

Yoga

Body-Scan Meditation

Sitting Meditation

Walking Meditation
 Moving Forward

The most empowering piece in

mindfulness is the complete autonomy
that comes with your practice
 Chat With Us!

Contact Info:
230/231 Coleman Building
336.334.4131
healthy_uncg@uncg.edu
healthy.uncg.edu