{"id":513,"date":"2023-08-14T16:39:33","date_gmt":"2023-08-14T21:39:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/?page_id=513"},"modified":"2026-03-26T12:05:19","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T17:05:19","slug":"mindfulness","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/mindfulness\/","title":{"rendered":"Mindfulness"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a0\">What is Mindfulness?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mindfulness is a practice or set of practices that develop the capacity for a calm, focused mind that is open, responsive and sensitive for optimal teaching, advising, management, and learning. Based on neuroscientific research, mindfulness has been proven to help participants reduce stress and revitalize their professional and personal lives by promoting awareness, presence, compassion, concentration, and focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mindful practitioners often report<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Feeling more positive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced emotional reactivity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultivation of compassion for oneself and others<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimized drama in everyday life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lowered stress levels, even in hectic times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appreciation for the small things in life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Greater connection to your values and goals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a1\">How Can I Practice Mindfulness?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mindfulness practice can take place in a variety of ways. It is an individualized practice, so explore some of the following ideas to see what works best for you. Scroll down to find resources on each of these practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"alignright uwm-c-img--right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"295\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/Screen-Shot-2021-09-03-at-11.14.54-AM.png\" alt=\"Breathing Box Method\" class=\"wp-image-515\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/mindfulness\/mindfulness-programming\/\">Intro to Mindfulness Workshops at 51ÁÔÆæ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breathing Techniques\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Box Breathing (see image)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guided Breathing Meditation (<a href=\"https:\/\/cdnapisec.kaltura.com\/index.php\/extwidget\/preview\/partner_id\/2370711\/uiconf_id\/42910141\/entry_id\/1_zbxjxtb7\/embed\/dynamic\">Audio<\/a>, 6 minutes)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guided Mediations\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Body Scan (<a href=\"https:\/\/cdnapisec.kaltura.com\/index.php\/extwidget\/preview\/partner_id\/2370711\/uiconf_id\/42910141\/entry_id\/1_e26msyvg\/embed\/dynamic\">Audio<\/a>, 7 minutes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insighttimer.com\/\">Insight Timer<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headspace.com\/meditation\">Headspace<\/a>&nbsp;(fee required)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLQiGxGHwiuD1kdxsWKFuhE0rITIXe-7yC\">Goodful Meditation<\/a>&nbsp;(YouTube)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindful.org\/getting-started-with-mindful-movement\/\">Mindful Movement<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yoga\/easy stretching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindful.org\/daily-mindful-walking-practice\/\">mindful walk<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practicing Gratitude\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ggia.berkeley.edu\/practice\/gratitude_journal\">gratitude journal<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gratitude Meditations (YouTube, 5 minutes)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grounding Exercises\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.choosingtherapy.com\/54321-method\/\">5-4-3-2-1 Method<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maker Activities\/Crafting\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dedicate time to enjoy a crafting or artistic hobby<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore your local community rec center for maker classes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simply color<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Mindfulness Workbook \u2013 A Panther\u2019s guide to taking a pause.<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/09\/2025-Updated-Mindfulness-Workbook-1.pdf\">Mindfulness Workbook<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students, faculty, and staff can pick up a workbook at the Student Health and Wellness Center 8th Floor, Dean of Students Office, and Golda Meier Library Room E275.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>51ÁÔÆæ FitWell (formerly Sport &amp; Rec)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>51ÁÔÆæ students can register for relaxation, meditation, and yoga classes. A list of available classes can be found&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/publichealth\/fitwell-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a2\">Where Can I Practice Mindfulness?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Practicing mindfulness can take place just about anywhere, but it can help to have a dedicated space that is quiet and free from distractions. Here is a list of spaces that can provide a mindful environment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"alignleft uwm-c-img--left\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/51ÁÔÆæ-Campus-Intentional-Spaces-Map-2026-5.png\" alt=\"Map of the University of Wisconsin\u2013Milwaukee campus showing 18 designated \u2018Intentional Spaces\u2019 for wellness and reflection. Outdoor spaces are marked with green circles and indoor spaces with blue circles. The map includes major campus buildings in yellow, surrounding streets in gray, and green areas for parks and lawns. A numbered list on the right identifies spaces such as Spaights Plaza Lawns, Sandburg Gardens, Downer Woods Park, Spiral Garden, and indoor locations like Golda Meir Library Room E275, Bolton Hall Room 275, and Student Union lounges. Parking areas are indicated with gray circles containing a \u2018P.\u2019 North is oriented upward.\" class=\"wp-image-514\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Student Health and Wellness Center Mindful Space<br><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/the-mindful-space\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Mindful&nbsp;Space<\/a>&nbsp;is a tranquil place for 51ÁÔÆæ students to take a break. If you are feeling worn down, worried or overwhelmed, come to The Mindful Space to catch your breath, quiet your mind, relax, and develop mindful self-awareness&nbsp;through the use of&nbsp;relaxation equipment&nbsp;including a massage chair and happy lamps.&nbsp; You can reserve your&nbsp;30-minute&nbsp;session&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/outlook.office.com\/book\/TheMindfulSpace-Bookings@uwm.edu\/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true\">here<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Milwaukee Mindfulness Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mindfulness Community of Milwaukee:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/milwaukeemindfulness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/milwaukeemindfulness.com\/<\/a>&nbsp;(Contact&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:jonathan.elmergreen@gmail.com\">jonathan.elmergreen@gmail.com<\/a>&nbsp;for information on the young adult mindfulness group that meets on the East Side)<br>Shambhala Center:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/milwaukee.shambhala.org\/\">https:\/\/milwaukee.shambhala.org\/<\/a><br>Milwaukee Zen Center:&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/mkzen.org\/\">http:\/\/mkzen.org\/<\/a><br>UW&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/centerhealthyminds.org\/\">Center for Healthy Minds<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 resource found here:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/hminnovations.org\/?\">https:\/\/hminnovations.org\/?&nbsp;<\/a><br>Garrison Institute:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.garrisoninstitute.org\/programs-retreats\/community-programs\/\">https:\/\/www.garrisoninstitute.org\/programs-retreats\/community-programs\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on&nbsp;<strong><em>51ÁÔÆæ student<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;emotional well-being resources, workshops, and trainings, please visit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/health-promotion\/emotional-health\/\">https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/health-promotion\/emotional-health\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is Mindfulness? 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