Mindfulness Meditation Lesson 1:
Mindfulness and Our Breath

Theme of Mindfulness Meditation Lesson 1

In order to practice mindfulness meditation we need to be able to keep our attention focused on our breath. In this session we'll learn why our breath is so important, and some techniques to help follow our breathing. We'll also look at what mindfulness is, and some of its benefits.

Agenda for Lesson 1

1. Following Our Breath
 
2. About the Mindfulness Meditation Course
 
3. Intro to Mindfulness Meditation
 
4. Mindfulness of the Breath
 
5. What is Mindfulness and Why is it Important?
 
6. Everyday Mindfulness
    
7. Home Practice

Worksheets

You can download or print off the worksheets we'll be using this session in advance in PDF or Word format. Links for the worksheets are also included at the relevant part of each lesson, so you'll be able to download or open them then if you prefer.

Other Materials

• A notebook for any notes you may wish to make
 
• A raisin, or if you don’t have a raisin, any small, bite-sized piece of food, for the Everyday Mindfulness section