Bells of Mindfulness

Listening to the sound of a bell can help us to become more mindful. The busyness of everyday life can cause us to become trapped in our thoughts. We may lose ourselves in past regrets or worry about what the future will bring.

The sound of the bell is a gentle reminder to stop what we are doing and become aware of our breathing and come to the present moment. Just a few deep breaths can help us to release tension in our body and enjoy the present moment.

Bells are rarely heard in our culture so we can also find different sounds, such as a clock chiming or a phone ringing, to bring our attention back to the present moment. If you’d like to practice with a bell of mindfulness, the Plum Village app has a nice (and free!) option that you can program and enjoy throughout the day.