What a caterpillar calls the end of the world we call a butterfly.”
— Eckhart Tolle
It is an unfortunate fact that stress and chaos are sometimes regular features of modern life. When you feel stressed on a regular basis, it can be hard to know when you are harming yourself and need a break. If you are unsure if you need a break, read on. In this article, I offer 4 signs that show that mindfulness could be of benefit in bringing chaos to order.
You Feel Stressed: The number one sign that you could benefit from mindfulness practise is if you feel stressed. Stress can look very different depending on the person. You may have shortness of breath, tightness in your chest, muscle tension, headaches, or other bodily signs that you are experiencing stress (If these are persistent it is important to consult your doctor). You may not be sleeping well, or become agitated more quickly than you usually would. No matter what your symptoms may be, the fact that you feel stressed for a long amount of time tells you that you absolutely need a mindfulness practise.
You Have Work Burnout: Whenever life becomes too hectic, it is easy to feel less motivated and more burnt out with work. The reason for this is that you spend your energy on the stress, and not your work. This leaves your work feeling uninspired and annoying. Whenever you feel work burnout, use mindfulness to connect with yourself and uncover the real reason for the burnout. Perhaps, you are simply tired, or you need a career change. Either way, mindfulness will help to settle this issue.
Your Relationships are Suffering: When life is chaotic, relationships naturally suffer a little bit. In the short term, this is completely natural and normal, but this can permanently damage connections with your loved ones if it isn’t managed. If you find that your relationships are suffering, definitely try mindfulness. Mindfulness will increase emotional stability, compassion, and contentment, all of which will improve personal and romantic relationships.
You Feel Emotionally Overwhelmed: People who have a tendency to have an emotional response to things often feel overwhelmed whenever their lives are stressful and chaotic. This may mean crying more frequently, getting angrier, or having dramatic mood swings. Your emotions are helpful for telling you that something is wrong. Whenever you experience extreme emotional instability, try incorporating mindfulness into your daily life. Mindfulness helps to rewire the brain, so that emotions are more stable and we are connected to real-life events more accurately.
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