31 Days of Mindful Moments

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. 

Mental health, an important piece of your whole-person wellness, can affect us at any stage in our life. It affects how we think, feel, act, and determines how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.

Let us prioritize mental health this month with 31 mindful moments.

What is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness is the practice of focusing on the present, by tapping into our five senses to ground ourselves in the moment. By focusing on what we see, hear, feel, taste, and smell, we find ourselves in the now and, in doing so, we can release ourselves from the anxiety of the past and future.

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31 Days of Mindfulness

 
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Day 1: Sleep

Foster a healthy foundation with restful and sufficient sleep.

Day 2: Smell the Flowers

Smell is a great way to be mindful. It anchors us to the current moment. Learn more on page 33 of the Mindful Living booklet.

Day 3: Create a Safe Place

Pause in your day and reflect. Learn more here.

Day 4: Get Grounded

Engage in your senses and focus on the current moment.

Day 5: Watch Wildlife

Bring your attention to the space around you. Click here to learn other ways to explore the beauty of Alaska.

Day 6: Connect to Culture

Practice subsistence. Hunt, pick berries, fish, or gather traditional plants. Interested in attending a Traditional Healing Cultural Class? Click here.

Day 7: Exercise

Attend a virtual or in person exercise class. Step up to summer here.

Day 8: Watch the Clouds

Stop to watch the sky or clouds for 5-10 minutes.

Day 9: Explore a New Trail

Alaska has endless options of public trails to experience. Check out other fun in the sun activities here.

Day 10: Take a 15 Minute Walk

Notice the sound of your steps. Enjoy the beauty around you.

Day 11: Five Senses

Focus on what you see, hear, feel, taste, and smell. Practice the sensory counting exercise on page 49 of the Mindful Living booklet.

Day 12: Calming Breaths

Engage in calming breaths. Learn more here.

Day 13: Collect Memories

Reflect on a recent pleasant experience.

Day 14: Declutter

Clear space and mind. Take 10-15 minutes to complete a chore.

Day 15: Art Therapy

Get creative with an art project! Express yourself and connect with your emotions.

Day 16: Wear Green

 Today is Mental Health Action Day. Bring awareness and show support!

Day 17: Ask For Support

You are not alone. Connect with a loved one or your primary care team for support.

Day 18: Self Care

Evaluate your needs and try to invest time in something you enjoy.

Day 19: Catch Some Rays

Spend time outside to reduce stress and get vitamin D. Follow these 10 summer safety tips.

Day 20: Connection

Plan time to connect with family or friends.

Day 21: Stretch

Get moving! Tune into your body.

Day 22: Goal Setting

Think about your short and long-term goals.

Day 23: Healthy Eating

Try a new recipe.

Day 24: Journaling

Reflect on your thoughts, feelings and experiences.

Day 25: Give Yourself Praise

Take a moment to reflect on your accomplishments.

Day 26: Gratitude

Cultivate a more grateful mindset.

Day 27: Pause

Hold space to re-energize and slow down.

Day 28: Alone Time

Take time to do something for yourself.

Day 29: Listen to Music

Play your favorite tunes. Connect with the words, rhythms, and sounds.

Day 30: Take Break

 Recharge and refresh.

Day 31: Pat on the Back

Show yourself compassion and honor your progress.

Download 31 Days of Mindfulness Activities Calendar

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