Things That Interfere With Mindfulness
(This is an excerpt from a University Of Metaphysical Sciences course at www.umsonline.org, please feel free to visit the school website)
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caffeine
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sleep deprivation
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alcohol (intoxication, withdrawal, disturbance to sleep)
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poor posture (can impair deep breathing, increase pain)
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full stomach/overeating
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out of shape/de-conditioned/shortness of breath/low energy
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drugs
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high stress lifestyle
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lack of sense of meaning/purpose
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lack of self-soothing skills, rewards, positive reinforcement
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poor ability to delay gratification
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sedentary lifestyle