When I am tense I notice where the tension is located in my body
I notice when I am uncomfortable in my body
I notice where in my body I am uncomfortable
I notice changes in my breathing, such as whether it slows down or speeds up.
5. I do not notice (I ignore) physical tension or discomfort until they become severe until they become more severe.
I distract myself from sensations of discomfort
When I feel pain or discomfort, I try to power through it
When I feel physical pain, I become upset
I start to worry something is wrong if I feel any discomfort
I can notice an unpleasant body sensation without worry about it
I can pay attention to my breath without being distracted by things happening around me
I can maintain awareness of my inner bodily sensations even when there is a lot going on around me.
When I am in conversation with someone, I can pay attention to my posture.
I can return awareness to my body if I am distracted.
I can refocus my attention from thinking to sensing my body.
I can maintain awareness of my whole body even when a part of me is in pain or discomfort.
I am able to consciously focus on my body as a whole.
I notice how my body changes when I am angry.
When something is wrong in my life I can feel it in my body.
I notice that my body feels different after a peaceful experience.
I notice that my breathing becomes free and easy when I feel comfortable.
I notice how my body changes when I feel happy / joyful.
When I feel overwhelmed I can find a calm place inside.
When I bring awareness to my body I feel a sense of calm.
I can use my breath to reduce tension.
When I am caught up in thoughts, I can calm my mind by focusing on my body/breathing.
I listen for information from my body about my emotional state.
When I am upset, I take time to explore how my body feels.
I listen to my body to inform me about what to do.
I feel my body is a safe place.
I trust my body sensations.