Brainpop! Mindfulness

Mindfulness can be an effective tool for reducing:

• Concentration

• Positive memories

• Unnecessary conversation

• Wandering thoughts

An example of habitual thinking is:

• Forgetting a classmate's name

• Solving a difficult math equation

• Replaying an embarrassing memory

• Asking for directions

When multitasking, we tend to:

• Do one task multiple times

• Complete one task before moving on to the next

• Focus on multiple tasks with equal attention

• Focus on one task while doing others automatically

Mindfulness helps us focus on:

• The past

• The present

• The future

• All of these

Which pose is ideal for mindful meditation?

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If your mind wanders during meditation, you should:

• Start over from the beginning

• Refocus on your breathing

• Think about why it keeps happening

• Try a different meditation pose

What is an ideal amount of time for a first meditation?

• 1 minute

• 10 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 1 hour

Similar to playing a musical instrument, mindful meditation:

• Requires special equipment

• Should be done alone

• Is too difficult for most people

• Can improve the more you do it

While brushing your teeth mindfully, you might focus on:

• The exam you’re nervous for

• The breakfast you're about to eat

• The new pimple on your chin

• The tingling sensation of the toothpaste

Mindful practice can help you _______ strong emotions in difficult situations.

• Ignore

• Push down

• Deal with

• Boost