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# What is mindfulness?

Mindfulness is the practise to be fully aware of the present moment. Mindfulness meditation may be just as important to our health and wellbeing as eating nutritious food and getting regular exercise. And in the same way as we build our physical fitness through exercise, mindfulness helps us develop our mental fitness.
Research shows that mindfulness can positively impact your overall sense of well-being;

* Reducing daily stress
* Lowering anxiety
* Better sleep
* Improved relationships
* Stronger immune system
* Sharper focus
* Lower blood pressure
* Greater happiness

To help you learn more, [here is an article on the benefits of mindfulness from our blog.](https://blog.mindfulness.com/meditation/benefits-of-mindfulness)