Blossoms on a Stream is a mindfulness exercise designed to cultivate awareness and acceptance of thoughts and feelings without judgment or resistance. This is adapted from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to cope with uncomfortable thoughts and feelings.
Through the imagery of watching blossoms float down a stream, participants practice observing their thoughts as passing mental events rather than becoming entangled in them. Whenever a thought enters your mind, you will briefly observe it, place it, and watch as it floats down the stream.
The session helps individuals:
- Develop detachment from unhelpful or intrusive thoughts by visualizing them as objects that can be noticed and released.
- Strengthen present-moment awareness and the ability to return attention gently when the mind wanders.
- Foster an accepting and non-controlling attitude toward inner experiences—allowing thoughts and emotions to come and go naturally, rather than trying to suppress or hold onto them.
Blossoms on a Stream
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