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What are the best mindfulness techniques for reducing patient stress?

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Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment, without judgment or distraction. It can help you cope with stress, anxiety, and negative emotions, as well as improve your focus, compassion, and well-being. As a nurse, you may face many stressful situations and challenges in your work, such as demanding patients, heavy workload, emotional distress, and burnout. Mindfulness can help you reduce your stress level and enhance your patient care. In this article, we will introduce some of the best mindfulness techniques for reducing patient stress, and how to apply them in your daily practice.

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1 Breathing exercises

One of the simplest and most effective mindfulness techniques is breathing exercises, which can help you calm your nervous system, relax your body, and clear your mind. You can practice these anytime and anywhere, especially when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or frustrated. To do so, find a comfortable position - either sitting or standing - and close your eyes if possible. Then, inhale deeply through your nose and exhale slowly through your mouth. Focus on the sensation of your breath and how it fills your lungs and chest before leaving your body. If your mind wanders, gently bring it back to your breath without judging or criticizing yourself. Repeat this for a few minutes or as long as necessary.

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Success Partner | Support Leaders, Managers, and Employees to Improve Confidence, Focus, Resilience, Critical Skills, Emotional Intelligence | PCC Executive ~ Leadership Coach | Mindfulness Instructor
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In my experience with deep breath work, I find it to be an extremely effective way to activate calmness, clarity, and mental/emotional renewal. I find it much more practical and effective if I am short on time, or just want a method that allows me to feel the benefit more tangibly and in response to my efforts. Great times to use deep breath work: * Prior to joining a Zoom call * Prior to participating in a live meeting or event * In between project work and time blocks within your day I find it provides a feeling of calmness, clarity, mental refreshment, and sometimes emotional clearing/clarity.

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2 Body scan

Body scan is a mindfulness technique that can help you reduce patient stress by becoming more aware of your body and how it responds to stress. To practice body scan, lie down on a bed or a mat, making sure you are comfortable and warm. Close your eyes, and take a few deep breaths. Then, start from your toes, gradually moving your attention to each part of your body. Notice how each part feels, and if there is any pain, tightness, or numbness. If so, breathe into it and try to relax it. If your mind wanders, gently bring it back to your body without judging yourself. Continue this until you reach the top of your head and then take a few more deep breaths. This can help you relax your muscles and improve sleep quality.

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When I was trained in MBSR, I did not particularly like the body scan. I found it hard to settle my mind for that length of time, and also drop into the feeling of my body. I think part of the challenge was that I was perhaps not fully in sync with my body, perceived and experienced it primarily from a functional perspective rather than a relational perspective. I have grown to appreciate the body scan yet prefer to be in a group when practicing, just enhances the experience for me. When I practice it now, I found it helpful to relieve stress and cultivate a greater sense of wholeness within my mind and body, which feels helpful to me.

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3 Mindful listening

Mindful listening is an effective mindfulness technique to reduce patient stress. This technique involves listening to others with full attention, curiosity, and empathy. It can help you improve communication skills, build rapport with patients, and better understand their needs and emotions. Additionally, it can prevent misunderstandings, conflicts, and complaints. To practice mindful listening, look at your patients in the eye and nod or smile to show interest and respect. Listen without interrupting, judging, or giving advice; try to understand their perspective, feelings, and concerns. Pay attention to their tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language. If you have any questions or need to clarify something, ask politely and respectfully. If you have feedback or suggestions to share, explain the reasons and benefits in a clear, honest, and compassionate way; make sure to ask for consent and cooperation.

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As a Performance / Mindset Coach, Mindful Listening is critical to best serve my clients. I do mental prep work prior to each meeting to cultivate and activate my skillfulness to hold a space for others, and really listen. Listen to what I hear, as well as what I don't hear. Noticing also their affect and emotions, this helps me to see and understand more fully from their perspective. Within this process, I also ask questions to clarity and confirm what they have said. This is helpful for me, and also for them to know they are being acknowledged and heard. Through this intentional approach which includes Mindful Listening, I can better serve them as a Coach.

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