The Importance of Mindful Communication for Mental Health

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Mindfulness is the practice of being consciously aware of the present moment, free of judgment.1 This form of communication involves the use of mindfulness practices when communicating with other people.

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Principles of Mindful Communication

Mindful communication involves being conscientious in how one interacts with others in the present moment. Empathy

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How Mindful Communication Benefits Mental Health

Mindful communication not only strengthens communication within relationships but also contributes to the individual’s mental health

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Studies showed that this type of training strengthens relationships with peers in college students2 and healthcare professionals.4

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Mindful Communication Boosts Mood, Resilience, and Connection

Researchers discovered in a study including undergraduate students that training in mindfulness communication helped increase emotional resilience and positive mood while reducing stress.

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How to Practice Mindful Communication

These traits can be enhanced by practicing the following mindfulness techniques:

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Compromise

As noted above, it is tempting to get caught up in your perception of a conflict and vision of an appropriate resolution, forgetting that there is another side to the story.

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Workplace conflict

– Consult your job’s human resources department. They can intervene and help you and the other party work through the conflict in a healthy environment.

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