What is Mindfulness? And How Does it Help Decrease Anxiety?

[@mike12jrw1111113]

Holy guacamole. Not only do you have the answers I needed in deep detail, but you're amazing at explaining it all in a super clear and concise way. Thank you so much!!

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[@brittanyglass3608]

My therapist sent me this today and I’m going to watch this a few more times to drill it in. 😅

[@jameslopez4282]

Julia I’m 65 and meditating since I was 18 still trying to better myself. This has been around for 2500 years. Not a teacher, monk or anyone else but coming from science. When you asked what is mindfulness and your answer was YES thank you for being you. May you be well may you be safe.

[@reaznb]

I work at FSH as a therapist and found your web site while searching the net. Very insightful. I am looking forward to listening to it again and sharing it with my patients. I have been sharing with them the mind needs to be exercised like a muscle and you validated that with your explanation of neurological connections.

[@izawaniek2568]

Thank you for your invaluable help and support. Being present in a moment really helps to quiet down.

[@palmanardozza2041]

Thank you for bringing hope to those of us struggling. I am very grateful!

[@kailanewyork7484]

Love this: Allow yourself to feel this feeling Question the feeling with acceptance Be present

[@jesussantiago7687]

I am so grateful for your videos. It came in a time in my life where I felt myself spiraling down after having achieved so much in my life to be better. I love the topics you cover and the way the videos are produced. No distraction with color. How ingenious! Just an extremely compassionate person sitting across from me expressing her concern and providing some information that might help me.

[@raads9192]

I'm so glad your were here.... You made it so clear to understand, straight forward, anyone can do this as long as we understand what is mindfulness. Thank you soooo much. I need to slow down and stop rushing, I thought planning ahead was the way forward and I am doing this aallll the time never enjoying the Moment! Thank you 🌺

[@scorpionking7454]

Stunning video I’m very impressed with this lady simplicity how many years have I tried to understand mindfulness,and this lady has hit it mindfulness on the head !!

[@lala01071978]

This totally makes sense. Thank You. Also, thank you for using language that makes sense to most ppl. I really appreciate your videos and I really find them helpful and motivating

[@one-day-at-a-time9317]

Great to hear a good concise yet helpful verbal description of mindfulness. Whilst I have heard of mindfulness before & it’s benefits I really needed a reminder :)

[@Drostvideo]

Thanks for the reminder of being present. ..I tend to always think ahead of the present

[@juliakristinamah]

+isitebuild - Yes! It's not something we tend to do very often, but it does make a big difference to our wellbeing when we do.

[@smithdoe2147]

Thank you for this video. I have been reading and studying up on mindfulness for a while now, and you're the first person I have come across that explained in exact and clear terms what it is in practice.

[@laurat9043]

My husband found you and referred me to this video. Wow! I’m blown away (in a good way) over the explanation. This is going to be SO helpful in slowing down my overactive brain! Thanks!

[@AbdullahArRafi]

I couldn't get an any better explanation of mindfulness anywhere else! This is all about experiencing the present without attaching anything else, such as judgment to it!

[@gauntlettolife833]

Your comment about "monkeys in the brain" SOOO relate!!!! Thank You Julie!!! Looking forward to learning more & understanding that the brain I have CAN be my best friend rather than my worst enemy. "Happy Mind Happy Life" & not about being "happy all the time but okay with where your mind/emotions are now. Our brains are engineering brilliance! But its also quite okay to feel hurt. Afterall we are human & being & feeling our pain makes us more compassionate & mindful of others. Your a Jewel Julie💎

[@pph321]

Thanks very much. I have been struggling to understand Mindfulness for 3 years since my brain injury and your descriptions and explanations are the ones that have made the clearest sense to me. Having 'things' to read quickly on the screen makes things much harder for me as my speech and language aren't as good as they used to be but simply listening to your voice gets the ideas over much, much easier for me. I will watch/listen to these presentations some more times and hopefully it will 'sink in' finally

[@Evernia6181]

Your advice represents the most scholarly, practical, and sound advice I've heard in the dizzying array of KZbin's voices. I really am at the beginning of this in my early fifties. Thanks❤

[@MicroStarlight]

I love your videos so much and I'm endlessly grateful for having discovered your channel. Thank you so much for doing this.

[@MelindaL-d5p]

Thank you so much for sharing this explanation in easier terms. I have been told I am an Empath and absorb good and bad emotions. I have been seriously practicing mindfulness in the last month. It works but it takes repeating over and over to finally feel a difference. 💕

[@sharonhogan3229]

Hi Julia, I found your videos, while scrolling through youtube. I've watched how not to give up, and keep going, and what mindfulness is. I must say, I feel like your videos are the answer to my prayers. I struggle with depression, anxiety, and not loving myself. My mind is like what you describe. I want to learn how to slow my thoughts down. I pray to be able to afford a really GREAT Therapist like yourself, because I don't know what to do with myself mist of the time. I feel that I am suffering from an emotionally abusive relationship, because I am out of my mind. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@pandvsims]

I love your preventions! I learn principles that really bring an awareness to my everyday living. Thanks for your energy and dedication. I realize that you are a busy mom and wife but still have the energy to share your passion for helping others!

[@Miguel.R.A]

Your changing people’s lives expressing your knowledge through this video. I appreciate you.

[@raads9192]

I can watch this video many many times. Excellent! Thank you. 🌺

[@sweetnlowe08]

So excited my therapist shared one of your videos with me. I can see adding you to me new selfcare plan will be very beneficial for growth.

[@jessicashaw7143]

Thank you Julia, this is the best explanation of mindfulness I think I've ever heard. I thought it more focusing on things to distract. I understand you to say, feel but ask the why of what you feel. Meaning examine what is thought going on in our minds with what took place that created the feeling, then question why it caused the feeling/thoughts. This tells me I need to learn to question the reasons for thoughts and feelings instead of reacting to those thoughts and feelings until I understand them. If I'm wrong please some one explain how I'm still not understanding mindfulness. Thank you again!

[@KerryShearer]

This is such a good explanation of the term "mindfulness." I have really been practicing this since watching your videos and livestreams, and it is so helpful! Thanks for this video!

[@maritescampo2674]

Thank yoi very very MUCH KRISTINA.LOVE ALL YOUR TOPICS.TAKE GOOD CARE TOO.WE LOVE YOU

[@g-wynn4477]

Thank you for explaining this is a way all ages can completely understand. My BFF candidly shared (with detailed examples) her observation of my anger issues and how I express it towards those around me. We pinpointed the source of anger comes from Narcissist Personality Disorder abuse brought on by my spouse. Praying mindfulness (and a divorce) will help. Again, thank you.

[@hdrake1000]

You go girl. I agree with you 100%. Mindfulness Meditation is amazing. It's old and new.

[@watereddown1s]

Thank you very much. I appreciate your help and education on mindfulness^^

[@juliecosgrove2339]

It’s hard when role models discouraged you from getting upset. But I am definitely going to try this! Thanks Julia 🙂

[@Misjudith25]

Hi. I believe I have been suffering with anxiety and it has gotten the better of me. It has also affected the relationships around me. I have treated my treatment with a therapist so I am looking forward to the work. But thank you so much for your videos because everything I have been feeling and thinking you have shown through your videos. Your doing amazing things so THANK YOU! This video resonates with me the most. Bless you🌸

[@debbieburns5014]

Thank you, this is very helpful to me right now. Your voice is so comforting.

[@MarleyJaxx]

You're great on camera Julia! Loved this video. I struggle with anxiety and I know that I can't really sit still meditating but I can find mindfulness in physical activity and journalling. I definitely try to be present in general!

[@juliakristinamah]

You are so kind Marley - thank you. I just checked out your channel and you are so great on camera too! Really good to connect with you.

[@AceSyntaxx]

A clear explanation of something that had confused me; Useful to finally understand what it's all about

[@JohnRippey]

Same here

[@terriwhalen3618]

Julia, thanks, I received the 10 mindfulness exercise and tried it. I didn't know if it was transendtal meditation which I will not do, but found it to be great. I appreciate you sending it to me. I was anxious and now I feel calm. Thanks for all you do.😊

[@kobalt77]

What a wonderful voice you have ! Thank you for this Julia, great presentation........................ I have been practising Mindfulness for 2 weeks or so, and within the first 2 days I saw a BIG drop in anxiety levels. Old habits die hard tho, and too easily suckered back into "the drama" LOL, but definitely feel a lot more in control, and even noticing small positive mental habits forming. Thank you.

[@sammalekzai7798]

Thank you for your great content here. It was very helpful. Have a blessed day!

[@NeqMed]

You are awesome JK, Your videos are the most help. Thanks for not giving a DSM definition. This is functional mental health.

[@rufus2005]

I never thought of the brain unable to be in two time frames at the same time, and how just focusing on the present will push all of that the other stuff away. It is a shift in how to think about things. I hope that change in perspective will allow me to get through difficult times easier.

[@juliakristinamah]

I hope so too Nick! Let me know how it goes.

[@aaronhartman9443]

You are very generous for sharing all the information that you do on your channels I am truly grateful I have asked myself every one of those questions why me wider than this happen try to put the blame on other people at all it doesIs make me feel miserable thank you again and keep up the good work very helpful

[@genevievemayet630]

Honestly, this video and your energy is very positive and happy! I have been practicing some form of mindfulness and this video has helped me so make mindfulness meditation a daily activity. Thank you and have a wonderful day!

[@davidshlomof5703]

I love it, you are great! I’m jumping to your meditation! Thank you!

[@kellyreilan]

Listening to this, I just took the biggest deep breath. Release!

[@DrAllisonAnswers]

Love me some mindfulness! I use it every single day in my own life, and teach it to clients regularly. I love that you highlighted mindfulness as both a practice and a way of being!

[@maryloupavlovic7755]

Julia Cristina you are the coolest. Thanks for all your help started listening to you in the mornings most dayzs literally feel the strength rising up inside lots of love and best wishes

[@nishitkadia]

I watched this video when you uploaded it in 2017, I could say that, this one single video has turned my life around

[@panda59043]

Julia, " quiet the monkies" that is just too funny and true. : )

[@largehopeseo]

Thanks for the reminder of being mindful and that it means being present in the present moment and whatever emotions are coming up.

[@juliakristinamah]

Isn't it funny how something so simple can make such a big difference +Beanie SEO?

[@qerlb]

Thank you so much for your amazing videos, i am practicing mindfulness and it seems to be keeping me away from Depersonalization and severe anxiety.

[@chrismcevoy2503]

My ex-friend Becky Keena used to say a lot of things to me Julia that really bothered me and hurt me and she didn’t even realize it.

[@Faye-Z]

Thank you very much for this video and explanation of Mindfulness Julia. Excellent! I've just started DBT to help me deal with my BPD and the first topic of the group sessions is Mindfuless (and is a topic which is returned to several times throughout the therapy). I knew absolutely nothing about Mindfulness when I started and I was lost from the start. I was getting the very basics of it, but I wasn't fully understanding what it is, the point of it or the benefits of it. Now I do. And so now I'll be able to do the homework - practising Mindfulness - with actual meaning. Again, thank you very much.

[@jessicaspeas1985]

My therapist just gave me packet on mindfulness so I’m looking forward learning about it thanks for this info

[@marvinasimswewinqueendom2543]

Awesome! I appreciate you! The way you explain is extremely helpful. It wasn’t done in this video but I especially like how you warn us how something truthful is about to sting and you’ve been absolutely correct about it but every time it has helped to improve my life. Thank you. God bless you for living your faith!

[@microcosmos9654]

I was very doubtful about this concept, but after watching this video I decided to give it a try. Very friendly explanation, thank you!

[@terrychadwell7081]

Thanks for taking the time to walk through and explain this, Julia. Not sure if others have this dilemma, but I find I'm not very good at doing "mindfulness" exercises. However, I do get to the same place you describe by praying. That helps me be more present and less attached to the outcome of a situation. I also find a brief outdoor walk can keep me grounded. Big believer in being present in the moment, as I have found that, by itself, solves many issues. I just need to use different methods to get there. Hey, we're all unique, right?

[@marty2476]

thank you so much for putting up such free content, it's so helpful!

[@cavasjamroliwala2768]

Great video. Well explained.👍👍

[@juliecosgrove2339]

I totally relate to this, I am so Grateful for this vid, I wish I could talk to you in person, as I have been personal development geek, lol. Not only is it helping me, but I love learning about how the brain works. Your a star ⭐️ thanx again!

[@Anothy]

I've only started looking into practicing mindfulness. Thank you for the useful information.

[@leazand2099]

Simple, yet brilliant. Great 👍🏻 video. Thank you soooo much !

[@angiewheeler7396]

Boy I could listen to you all day I'm stress so much and times it just follows me I will be listening to you every day thanks for all ur advice

[@tamarajessup1398]

I've studied DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) so am familiar with mindfulness, but resisted practicing It regularly because I believe in Jesus, NOT Buddha (Marsha Linehan, the creator of DBT, became a Buddhist Master), and didn't want to veer away from Christianity to participate in some Buddhist practice. But as you clearly and concisely described mindfulness, I began seeing parallels between it and the teachings of Jesus and His apostles, past and present (I'm a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, so believe there are modern prophets and apostles). We are counseled to not judge. We are challenged to love. We are urged to observe the care God gives to all creation and to accept that we have great worth, too, without ibeing wrapped up in how well or badly we have behaved or thought in the past or might in the future. We are told that we may be one with God through being one with Jesus, who achieved that oneness by turning His life and will over to our Heavenly Father instead of complicating His life with His own impulses and desires. Jesus was mindful in thought, word, and deed. He didn't allow non-essentials to distract Him from being Himself. So, thank you for helping me to open my heart to mindfulness, so I may better both stand in holy places and make holy the places where I stand.

[@suziquestionable2845]

Thank you, Julia for your information about mindfulness. I'll try yo incorporate it into

[@suziquestionable2845]

Thank you, Julia Kristina about your information about mindfulness.

[@FRANKCOPE]

One of the best videos I've seen. Some of these phd Psyc get too intellectual with the reminder explanation. You dumbed it down well to where anyone can understand.

[@javedmohammed6079]

Thank Julia, love the "respond not react" and the ideas you share.

[@tanyalynn5264]

Hello and thank you for sharing this I need to learn how to use mindfulness

[@chrismcevoy2503]

I’m present in what’s here right now Julia.

[@nishitkadia]

Thank You Julia. Your videos have been really helpful. I have been practicing mindfulness since I saw your first video on Mindfulness and it has helped a lot. This video is a gem to me. thanks a lot.

[@juliakristinamah]

That means so much to me to hear you say that Nishit Kadia and I'm so grateful you've found it helpful.

[@thenebraskan7661]

You are so wonderful , Julia. This is the best video on mindfulness I have ever seen. I am a licensed massage therapist and bodyworker. I include mindfulness when I am insession with clients. You are the best!😊👍

[@counselingwithmrb]

Hi Julia. I’m John and I’m a middle school counselor. I just started my channel and I ❤️teaching mindfulness and coping skills. I subscribed and I can’t wait to watch more of your videos.

[@jasondraves4989]

I don’t remember how I found you however I’m glad I did!! Thank you for all you do!!🤩

[@emilylumantes3614]

Thank you. Excellent vedio. Im putting this new practice into my daily life immediately! I do find that when ever i get upset with others over something said in conversation or maybe someones actions 99% of the time ive been hurt by what was said or done. It usually never is resentment or anger. I do however go through my anger period only to really figure out I've gottem my feelings hurt!! Im hyper sensitive!! Thanks again Stay blessed

[@bryandavis4365]

I have heard a lot of mindfulness in JK's other talks- it's nice to hear it referred to directly. As a primarily DBT influenced practitioner I thought she did a really good job of breaking it down to its essence and even throwing in some brain science! Cheers and as we say in mindfulness circles: Meditation- it's not what you think.

[@venetiatyson1378]

I have been looking for a clear understanding of what mindfulness is. Am appreciative for the information, you give a discription of how it function and the possibility of the practice one can perform. Thank you

[@JDKrausert]

Very helpful and straightforward. Thanks Julia!

[@bernienikunen3302]

Awsome . Again Don’t Feed The Monkey Mind , I like when you say living in the present moment and being mindful in and around us and I like the Happening inside of us . To me when you say inside of us it makes me think of the three demensions of life 1 spiritual - what’s inside of us our hearts 2 the mind which can get messed up by addiction and trauma - closed loop thinking - those neurons you talked about 3 our physical world thy neighbors and others . I don’t know if I got this right or not but if we can work on and try to get all three of these dimensions in order we can work our way towards the all important 4th demension The kingdom of Heaven . And being mindful can surely not hurt me from practicing towards that all important 4th dimension . Thank you Kristina . I guess I’m just seeing if I learnt something in treatment or not but a lot of your talks seem to be things I have learnt and keep learning in AA and my readings . Finding the light - Mindfullness in recovery is a good book I have read and go back to it from time to time . Thank you Kristina !

[@Canadianmuse777]

Wow! Thank u so much...that made it crystal clear🙏🏻

[@seanrutsatz2909]

this was a great video Julia with lots of information. I will be using this in my mindfulness anxiety group up in the interior of BC.

[@elisabethgjerstad2547]

This was an insightful and professionally rooted epistle of mindfulness. I liked that you included the section on our neural network.

[@jackpetrovich9649]

I enjoyed your video and will try to learn more about how to practice Mindfulness. Thank you.

[@MartinesPastries]

We've been practicing for quite some time now. Really enjoyed your presentation of a subject that yet so simple, can be oh so slippery to understand, great resource thanks

[@juliakristinamah]

Thanks +Martine's Pastries for saying that. It is one that is so simple in practice, but often tricky to explain, isn't it?! So glad you have brought mindfulness into your life and are hopefully gaining a lot from it. I know I sure am!

[@MartinesPastries]

Yes we are too, thanks!

[@winnmarr6840]

mindf. has changed my life. it s not a cure, but i can survive my anxiety

[@wildwomanenchanted6742]

Just be present. Nothing more and nothing less. There is nothing really more to do, is there ... :) .... Just noticing ... just being .. just feeling ... awesome video Julia!

[@juliakristinamah]

Right? SO simple, but not always easy, unless we are willing to be intentional with it. Thanks so much for your awesome comment!

[@gabrielcaetanodasilva3920]

I really enjoyed this video, thanks

[@fdakis]

This will go far and helping my guided meditation app (Waking Up by Sam Harris) that I use. I have felt the benefits of daily meditation, but not being entirely clear on the word until now. Thank you.

[@jinkieez]

you have a very calming, chill vibe to you as well. good speaker

[@eugenierunner7988]

You are a great counsellor and such a nice person! Always a pleasure to listen to you and learn from you!🌺🌈

[@maryjernigan4563]

This is really helpful.This is a big problem for me, Then I go in major panic mode and that is not pretty. Thank you!

[@juliakristinamah]

Mary, in my next video coming out this Wednesday I'm sharing a really effective grounding exercise to help get through panic fast. Be sure to check back!

[@MarleyJaxx]

Oh I am looking forward to this one!!

[@juliakristinamah]

It's up now Marley! Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKu7m4aHas6pgqc Let me know how it goes.

[@RomanRyder]

Awesome video! As a society, I think we definitely struggle to be present more than ever.

[@juliakristinamah]

Thanks Roman. Yes, I agree. It's so easy to go go go, but we do need to work more on slow slow slow.

[@stephanespinning6776]

WoW like your explanation that the brain can only live in one of the timeframe, so being present is a way to reduce the anxiety of the future or the ruminating on the past. I have read books about living in the present, but this explanation was a shifter to my rationale brain 😀❤️

[@dcrikki7367]

Thank you! Great video. Helpful too. You are a kind, soothing light. I am mindful of the fact that you rock! Peace. 🙏🏼💪🏼👍🏼

[@zainabgulalai5159]

Thank you soooooo much for the info about mindfulness, its very helpful for me thanks once again Miss Julia

[@stevengarfing3483]

Excellent overview!! Definitely want to become more mindful!!

[@deborahtrate2092]

Thank you,I need this. Too many projects can keep my mind racing.

[@uhrrrrrangels]

I already have anxiety, depression not to mention introversion, social anxiety which made worse by my “reserve-type” of personality. So whenever i go out,i feel like i am not part of this world. Whenever i tried to be social,but it doesnt work. And i sense people dont feel like to be near me because they feel awkward and so i feel awkward in return. I often time see this MINDFULNESS topic around here but thought that i didnt need it because im already very aware of my issues and my personality. I thought being sensitive to other people is what mindfulness is. And i didnt like that at all. Whenever something negative happens to me? I got consumed by it. I cant stop thinking about until the pain and hurt goes away. Now i know that mindfulness is the exact opposite of what ive been doing. I really want to change that because i dont think i can survive with my work of i have this problem

[@elizabethsummermeado]

Wow, this was so helpful!! Thank you!!

[@annacliff9485]

So good. Always had some concept of what it was but no clue how it helped. After reading a bunch of articles i still had no clue, until now. Baah wish I had seen this earlier. Explained so well and down to earth. On my way to becoming the zen master :-P

[@RuzicaOgnjenovicruska]

Great presentation, I need to hear this. I was struggling with this. So many time my mind was so busy, I could not separate from. Now I understand. Thank you 🙏🏼❤️