What are Some Mindfulness Practices That May Help With Anxiety?

You ask Josh. Josh answers.

BY: Josh Grimm
UPDATE: June 14, 2024

If you buy through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more about our review process.

Josh is giving tips and techniques to help you achieve the full spectrum of living like a FITNUT warrior through topics and questions from you, the readers of Brostrick. We invite you to take part of the conversation by submitting your questions to josh@brostrick.com.

Step into the realm of total wellness with our Fitness and Mindfulness Q&A, FITNUT SESSIONS, and embark on your journey to being a FITNUT Warrior!

Now let’s get to it!

THE QUESTION

Hi Josh, what are different types of mindfulness practice techniques that I can do to allow my days to go smoothly with less anxiety?

THE ANSWER

Asking this question is a great first step towards building successful mindfulness habits into your routine. It shows you are ready and willing, and probably able, to make a change.

The following are three techniques you can easily incorporate into your day to help eliminate stress and promote mental wellness.

1. Meditation: A meditation practice is a broad, general suggestion as there are multiple types; guided, breathing, sitting, walking to name a few common examples. If you are already able to get yourself into the meditation mindset of clearing and calming your mind for 10-15 minutes a day, then I suggest doing this daily. If you have never tried to before, or don’t seem to be able to get your head calm, there are thousands of videos on YouTube that can help guide you on a beginners journey. The goal is to quiet your mind in order to achieve a sense of calm and clarity.

2. Segment Intending: Segment intending is mentally preparing yourself for a task, or segment of your day, in which you are about to undertake. Taking a few moments before you walk into a job interview, meeting with a friend, a trip on a plane, or any segment within your day with mental intention helps you to stay focused and helps to achieve your desired outcome. The mental preparedness of starting a task with this clarity helps with anxiety and also promotes intent and awareness.

3. Gratitude List. Clearly stating your gratitude for some things that are going well in your day or your life is a way to promote happiness and joy. You can do this through mental listing or physically writing down or journaling your gratitude. I suggest incorporating this practice both in the morning upon waking and in the evening before sleeping for optimal recognition.

These are just three of many examples of mindfulness practice techniques that you can use to elevate your mood, curate more peace and calm, and stabilize your days with clarity.

GOT A QUESTION?

Got a question for Josh? You can send your questions to josh@brostrick.com. You can also check out Josh’s online coaching; FITNUT COACHING here.

MORE FROM JOSH

How to Get Your Head Right For the New Year

November 15, 2024

Can Meditation Really Help With Your Fitness Program?

August 6, 2024

What Actually is “Holistic Training” All About?

May 20, 2024

Can You Actually “Work Out” Your Mind?

April 25, 2024

Are There Types of Workouts That Stimulate the ‘Mind & Body Connection’ Concept?

April 10, 2024

Easy Plyometrics Workouts & Routines 2024

If You Can Only Do One Workout Routine This Year, Do Plyometrics

March 29, 2024

Real Men Make Their Own Kale Smoothies

March 18, 2024

Try This Pre-Workout Protein Shake to Give You a Major Boost

March 17, 2024

9 Things Everyone is Sick of Seeing at the Gym

March 8, 2024

4 Easy Ways to Sneak in a Workout On Vacation (I Know)

March 6, 2024

Josh Grimm

Josh, our fitness and mindfulness editor, is the creator and founder of the fitness, nutrition, wellness, and mindfulness brand FITNUT. He's also been featured on major publishers like The New York Times, Readers Digest, PopSugar, Out Magazine, The Points Guy, and Business Insider.

FITNUT was created in 2014 as a personal training business for private clients in New York City and has since launched other phases and offerings and now holistically bridging the gap between mindfulness and fitness, the latest of phases for the brand. Read Full Bio

Tagged: men's health

Stuff Guys Dig

What are Some Mindfulness Practices That May Help With Anxiety?

THE QUESTION