Today, Apple Watch users can earn a special limited edition badge by logging a mindful activity. It's never a bad idea to meditate or practice mindfulness, as it has proven benefits for overall wellbeing, including reduced stress and anxiety. Today, World Mental Health Day, is an especially good time to do it, as you get those benefits plus a special Apple Watch badge.
To get the award, you need to log 10 mindful minutes on your Apple Watch, which you can do with any app that links up with the Apple Health app. For example, I earned my award by doing a 20-minute sound meditation with Christian through Apple Fitness+. You can use some of the best Apple Watch apps for wellbeing, such as Headspace and Calm, to find a moment of peace.
Once you've completed your session, the badge will pop up on your Apple Watch, and there are also some animated stickers that are available in the Messages app to celebrate World Mental Health Day.
Many people find it easier to be mindful on the move, and if so, trying a mindful walk could be a great way to log your 10 minutes today.
Of course, it's not really about the badge, but the Apple Watch award is a useful prompt to take some time for yourself today and focus on the present in a bid to reduce any stress or anxiety you're feeling.
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