Essentially, mindfulness is the art of noticing what’s going on in your head, body, and surroundings without losing your 💩 about it. It’s about being present in a moment instead of replaying that awkward thing you said in 2014, or worrying about what’s for dinner.

Start by noticing your breath, your body, or whatever weird position you’ve ended up sitting in, and when your brain inevitably wanders off to your to-do list, just gently drag it back. You can practice mindfulness sitting still, walking, stretching, or doing literally anything that makes you stop doom-scrolling for five seconds. The goal isn’t to “empty your mind” (good luck with that, lol), it’s to show up for your own life, one moment of introspection at a time.

💯 Studies show mindfulness can help calm your mind, sharpen focus, and lower stress, without any side effects (other than the intended self-awareness). Ten minutes a day won’t fix your life. but it might just make it a little easier to live in.

Nope. We’re not therapists, and that’s kind of the point. mindful(ish) is about practical, science-informed tools to help you slow down, reflect, and cope with being a human. It’s self-help, not clinical help. If you’re struggling with big, heavy stuff we recommend talking to a qualified mental health professional. We’re the ducks paddling alongside you, not the lifeguards.