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Walter Combs, LCSW
Walter Combs, LCSW

Mindful Monday
Topics and exercises for focusing the mind posted once a week on Mondays.


The Garden of Your Mind: A Mindfulness Practice for Cultivating Optimism
Introduction: Imagine your mind as a vibrant garden, and you, its dedicated caretaker. Just as plants need sunlight and care to thrive,...
waltercombs
7 days ago2 min read
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The Art of Taking Rest: A Mindful Practice for True Rejuvenation
Introduction: In our fast-paced world, rest is often seen as a luxury, not a necessity. Yet, the truth is simple: happier people are more...
waltercombs
Aug 112 min read
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The Power of Wonder: A Mindful Journey from Mundane to Sacred
Introduction: In our daily lives, it's easy to get caught in the familiar, the routine, the seemingly mundane. Yet, there's a profound...
waltercombs
Aug 42 min read
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Counting the Ways: A Mindful Practice for Cultivating Happiness
Introduction: Our minds have a natural tendency to gravitate towards what went wrong or what might go wrong. This focus on potential...
waltercombs
Jul 282 min read
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The Inner Smile: Cultivating Happiness from Within
Introduction: We often associate happiness with external circumstances – when things go our way, or when something good happens on the...
waltercombs
Jul 212 min read
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The Mindful Shower: Transforming Routine into Radiance
Introduction: How often do we rush through our daily routines, like taking a shower, barely noticing the sensations? We might be planning...
waltercombs
Jul 142 min read
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Embracing the Hush: A Mindfulness Exercise for Peaceful Silence
Introduction: In our often noisy world, true silence can feel elusive. Yet, just like sleep nourishes your body, silence is deeply...
waltercombs
Jul 72 min read
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Gazing at Nature: A Revitalizing Mindfulness Exercise
Introduction: In our fast-paced lives, our minds often get caught in repetitive thoughts that fret or ruminate, zapping our life energy....
waltercombs
Jun 302 min read
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The Mindful Sip: Savoring the Simple Act of Drinking Water
Introduction: We drink water numerous times throughout the day, often without a second thought. It becomes an absentminded habit, a quick...
waltercombs
Jun 232 min read
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Savoring Each Bite: A Mindful Eating Meditation
Introduction: In our fast-paced lives, eating often becomes another task to multitask. We might eat while working, scrolling, or watching...
waltercombs
Jun 162 min read
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Walking to Walk: A Mindful Movement Exercise for Presence
Introduction: We often walk without truly being  present in the act. Our body moves forward, but our mind is often lost in planning the...
waltercombs
Jun 92 min read
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Mindful Exercise: "Exploring the Trail's Path with Self-Energy"
This exercise builds on yesterday's Somatic Sunday exploration. Goal: Â To gently deepen curiosity about a "trailhead" sensation,...
waltercombs
Jun 24 min read
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Mindful Exercise for Negative Talk and Anxiety: "Befriending the Inner Critic"
Goal: Â To help the client observe, understand, and compassionately relate to negative self-talk and anxiety, reducing their overwhelming...
waltercombs
May 264 min read
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In The Present Moment (Mindful Monday)
Introduction: In our busy lives, it's easy to function on autopilot, missing the beauty and wonder of the present moment. This...
waltercombs
May 122 min read
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Mindful Observation of Thought Patterns (Mindful Monday)
Purpose: Â This exercise helps you become more aware of the patterns in your thinking, specifically those unhelpful cognitive distortions...
waltercombs
May 53 min read
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Labeling Your Thoughts (Mindful Monday)
Labeling Your Thoughts Purpose: Â Become more aware of negative thoughts without judgment, reducing their power and emotional impact. This...
waltercombs
Apr 282 min read
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Mindful Monday: (This Wonderful Moment: A Gentle Presence Exercise)
Instructions: Â Find a comfortable position where you can relax without needing to do anything else. You can sit or lie down. Allow your...
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Apr 212 min read
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Mindful Monday: (Being at Home: A Grounding Exercise)
Introduction: Your physical body is your mobile residence, the only one you have in this lifetime. You literally travel through life in...
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Apr 142 min read
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Mindful Monday: RAIN A Mindfulness Practice for Emotional Well-being
Instructions: When you notice a difficult emotion arising, take a moment to pause and apply the RAIN technique. R: Recognize Acknowledge...
waltercombs
Apr 71 min read
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Mindful Monday: 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique
Instructions: When you feel anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed, take a few moments to go through these steps. Focus on each step, and try...
waltercombs
Mar 311 min read
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