“Mindfulness is the practice of cultivating awareness for the present moment.” Life can be pretty stressful and overwhelming at times, and how we handle these stresses can really affect our overall health. Practicing mindfulness will help with the way we respond to life’s hardships and help our minds “reset and recharge”. It may take some time to connect with our bodies and mind or understand exactly how mindfulness works. To help you get started, the following article talks about how to practice mindfulness and some mindfulness exercises. Like with anything, it takes practice, patience, and perseverance.