Cultivating present moment awareness from "summary" of The Mindfulness Workbook for OCD by Jon Hershfield,Tom Corboy
Cultivating present moment awareness involves deliberately directing your attention to the here and now. It means being fully present in your experience, without getting caught up in thoughts about the past or worries about the future. This practice allows you to fully engage with your surroundings and experiences, without judgment or attachment. One way to cultivate present moment awareness is through mindfulness meditation. This involves sitting quietly and focusing on your breath, bodily sensations, or sounds in the environment. By anchoring your attention in the present moment, you can train your mind to stay present and not get swept away by obsessive thoughts or anxiety. Another way to cul...
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