4 Tips For Practicing Mindfulness As Neurodivergent Adults
The best methods for relaxation, grounding, and medication that we recommend as autistic neurodivergent adults.
Mindfulness is a popular topic in the mental health world. But what does it mean to be mindful as an autistic adult? It can seem like mindfulness and meditation are at times tailored to neurotypical people, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. There are many different ways that the neurodiverse community can practice mindfulness, including exercises and affirmation. Here are the top four practices we use for mindfulness as an autistic and neurodivergent adult.
Tip #1: Grounding techniques are a great way to practice mindfulness because they focus on the here and now, which can be difficult for those who might notice every little detail in their surroundings. This is an easy exercise that anyone can do!
- Sit comfortably with your back straight and start counting up from any number, for example, 100. Once you reach 100, count backward until you reach zero.
This technique will prevent your mind from being distracted. It gives your body time to calm down, including slowing and sensory stressors.
Tip #2. Breathing exercises are a great way to practice mindfulness because they focus on your physical sensations.
