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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: Mindgram

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by Dr.Meghna varma

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy:

Ever feel overwhelmed by your current circumstances? Or perhaps you struggle with confidence or a sense of worth or motivation?

In such moments, we tend to lose touch with what's going on around us & become vulnerable to depression.

MBCT (Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy) allows you to clearly see the patterns of your mind & nip the negative thoughts in the bud. MBCT isn't just for people with anxiety, depression or other psychological disorders. It is for everyone looking for better quality of life. It is a proactive approach towards mental health rather than a reactive one.

MBCT combines cognitive therapy with


  • Mindfulness Meditation & Breathing exercises
  • Mindfulness - based cognitive therapy builds upon the principles of CBT & teaches us to pay attention to our thoughts & feelings without judging ourselves. Its USP is that it doesn't force you to eliminate your emotions or experiences, rather it helps you see them in a new light, accept them & let them pass on

    How will MBCT help yo

    MBCT is a successful technique that can significantly improve your mental health by helping you


    Discover your thought mood patter

    Learn to be in the present & appreciate the moments of everyday li

    Identify what makes you vulnerable to the downward mood spiral Have the freedom & control to focus your awareness on positive aspects of lif

    Here are a few MBCT techniques you can try:

  • Three Minute Breathing Exercise



  • This is a quick exercise that help relieve stress.

    The first minute is spent focusing on how you feel right now & what your thoughts are.

    In the second minute you focus on your breath and In the last minute you expand your attention from your breath to your physical sensations.

  • Body Scan Exercise



  • This is guided meditation that involves lying still on your back with your palms facing up or sitting in a comfortable chair.

    The facilitator brings the participant's awareness to their breath and then to different parts of their body.

  • Yoga Poses


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