Toward a More Mindful Nation

A quiet revolution is happening in America. It’s not a revolution fueled by anger. It’s a peaceful revolution, being led by ordinary citizens: teachers in our public schools; nurses and doctors in hectic emergency rooms, clinics, and hospitals; counselors and social workers in tough neighborhoods; military leaders in the midst of challenging conflicts; and many others across our nation. This revolution is supported by the work of scientists and researchers from some of the most prominent colleges and universities in America, such as the University of Wisconsin, Stanford, UCLA, the University of Miami, Emory, Duke, and Harvard, to name just a few.

At the core of this revolution is mindfulness.

Put simply, mindfulness is about finding ways to slow down and pay attention to the present moment—which improves performance and reduces stress. It’s about having the time and space to attend to what’s right in front of us, even though many other forces are trying to keep us stuck in the past or inviting us to fantasize or worry about the future. It’s about a natural quality each of us possesses, and which we can further develop in just a few minutes a day. Read More

Dr. Jay’s Note:  The easiest way for you to maintain your mind, body & spirit connection is to take a 10 second mindful break multiple times a day & breathe, be silent, smile, be in nature, read inspirational works, listen to uplifting music or just use your imagination & think about anything that warms your heart.