Mindfulness Exercises

adjective describing someone who has had their eyes covered with a cloth or bandage in order to prevent them from seeing

• The participants were blindfolded before being led into the maze.
• He tried to hit the pinata blindfolded but missed every time.
• I can totally shoot hoops blindfolded, no problem!
• She felt like she was navigating through life blindfolded, unsure of what would come next.

noun a state of being tranquil or peaceful

• The speaker addressed the audience with a sense of calmness and composure.
• She handled the situation with such calmness, it was impressive.
• I need to channel my inner zen for some calmness right now.
• The lake reflected the moonlight with a serene calmness.

noun the act of exhaling

verb to breathe out air from the lungs

• She took a deep breath and slowly began to exhale as part of her relaxation exercise.
• After holding his breath for so long, he finally exhaled with relief.
• I was so stressed out that I had to just stop and exhale before I lost it.
• As the final notes of the symphony faded away, it felt as if the music was exhaling into the night.

adjective relating to or characteristic of meditation; deeply or seriously thoughtful

• The meditative practice of yoga helps individuals achieve a sense of inner peace and mindfulness.
• I find coloring to be a really meditative activity that helps me relax after a long day.
• I'm just gonna go zone out and do some meditative stuff to clear my head.
• The slow, rhythmic sound of the waves crashing against the shore was like a meditative lullaby, lulling me into a state of calm.

verb to make or become less tense or anxious; to rest or engage in leisure activities

• It is important to take breaks and relax during the workday to prevent burnout.
• Just chill out and relax, everything will be fine.
• Dude, just kick back and relax, no need to stress.
• Sometimes you just need to let go and relax your mind to find clarity.

noun A person who is proficient in yoga

• The yogi demonstrated advanced poses during the yoga class.
• I heard that yogi is hosting a free meditation session in the park.
• I'm feeling like a true yogi after that intense workout.
• She was a yogi in the kitchen, effortlessly creating delicious and healthy meals.

noun a relaxation technique that involves a combination of meditation, relaxation, and breathing exercises

• Sophrology is a relaxation technique that combines elements of Eastern meditation and Western relaxation practices.
• I've been practicing sophrology to help me de-stress after work.
• Sophrology is like meditation, but fancier.
• In the chaos of everyday life, sophrology can be a beacon of calmness and clarity.

noun a made-up word that combines 'bed' and 'meditation' to refer to a practice of meditating while lying in bed

• The practice of beditation involves focusing on your breath and clearing your mind before going to sleep.
• I like to do a little beditation to help me relax before bed.
• I'm gonna do some beditation to chill out before hitting the hay.
• His nightly beditation routine helped him find inner peace and relaxation.