M2 Mindfulness Blogs

Had an amazing day Mesa Community College. Lots of people dropped in, from first-time practitioners to retreat veterans. It was a great wellness event that also included a nature walk, yoga and rock wall, among other things. MCC is fortunate to have faculty who have worked consistently to make mindfulness part of the dental hygiene curriculum. Students here practice mindfulness and use it as a tool to enhance their personal well-being as well as apply techniques to help patie

Taking care of our most vulnerable children is beautiful but stressful work. Grateful to support Phoenix Children's Hospital employees today. #selfcare #wellness #wellbeing #employeewellness #mindfulworkplace #resilience #meditation #stressmanagement

Law enforcement is one industry that has taken the lead on using mindfulness to help officers manage stress. This AZ Central article highlights how both Mesa and Tempe police departments mindfulness tools to support officer wellness. And Chief Sylvia Moir of Tempe Police Department is featured on ABC News sharing why "in policing, it's essential that we respond. We don't react." Lessons for us all. #stressmanagement #employeewellbeing #lawenforcement #professionaldevelopment

Athletes and their coaches have always been committed to mental training to enhance performance. They have long recognized the critical role of mindset in competition, and have prioritized building brain skills for advantage. A recent scientific study published in the "Journal of Cognitive Enhancement" showed that just 12 minutes of mindfulness meditation a day led to considerable mental resilience for college football players. Athletes who practiced most often scored higher