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Mindfulness

Mindfulness is the ability to be present in the here and now. This can help you be more aware and understanding of your feelings in a non-judgemental way.

Taking time to be mindful in a way that works for you can improve sleep, improve your focus and concentration, and help you enjoy the little things in life.

On this page, you can find a range of mindfulness tips and ideas to help you feel calmer and help you to thrive.

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Mindfulness apps

Smiling Minds

Smiling Minds

Smiling Minds has daily meditation and mindfulness exercises designed to help you with stress, sleep, concentrations, wellbeing, relationships, physical exercise and nutrition.

Cost: Free


Be Mindful

Be Mindful

Be Mindful is an online course for reducing stress, depression and anxiety. It guides you through the elements of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT).

Cost: One-off cost of £30


Headspace

Headspace

Headspace has everyday mindfulness activities designed to help you feel happy, healthier and well-rested.

Cost: Free with in-app purchases or Monthly £9.99; Yearly £49.99
*If you are unemployed in the UK you can get a free premium subscription


Happify

Happify

Happify uses positive psychology, mindfulness activities and cognitive behavioural therapy to help you feel happier.

Cost: Free with in-app purchases or Monthly $14.99; Yearly $139.99 per year ($11.67/month); Lifetime $449.99



Please go to our apps page for more information about mental health and wellbeing apps.


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