Here's How To Be Mindful AF Even When Life Is Stressful

    Apparently it's the secret to being happier, calmer, and just generally more awesome.

    You’ve probably heard of something called ~mindfulness~.

    You might even have a few questions about it.

    1. In the simplest sense, mindfulness is about being present and accepting your thoughts and feelings.

    2. The first step to being mindful is being aware of the here and now.

    3. The next step is accepting the thoughts that pop into your head, and then letting them go — without being judgmental or freaking out.

    4. Mindfulness can involve meditation, but it doesn’t have to.

    5. Mindful eating is a thing, and it can make food even better.

    6. You can also mindfully exercise.

    7. Seriously, you can do it anywhere, any time.

    8. Plus, it's free, it's easy, and you'll get even better with practice.

    9. Mindfulness can help you pick up on things you do when you're stressed or angry or anxious, so that you know how to calm yourself down in the future.

    10. It also helps with stress and anxiety and lots of other health issues.

    11. Literally anyone can practice mindfulness.