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# Mindfulness for Anxiety Whitepaper

Evidence-informed guidance on anxious thoughts, grounding, calming practices, professional boundaries, and the TRUST Framework.

**Mindfulness for Anxiety** is written for individuals, parents, and practitioners who want a practical and responsible introduction to mindfulness in relation to worry and anxiety.

### The TRUST Framework

The whitepaper organises its practical guidance through the **TRUST Framework**.

### What the guide covers

* how anxiety can show up in thoughts and the body
* grounding and calming practices
* working skilfully with anxious thoughts
* a short starter plan
* evidence and limitations
* situations where professional support should take priority

The guide does not present mindfulness as a guaranteed treatment or cure.

It is best understood as an educational wellbeing resource that may complement appropriate professional care.

[Read the full Mindfulness for Anxiety whitepaper](https://www.theholisticcare.com/resources/mindfulness-for-anxiety-whitepaper)

### Related guidance

* [Whitepapers & Guides](https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/knowledge/whitepapers-and-guides)
* [Corporate Mindfulness & Conscious Leadership Whitepaper](https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/knowledge/whitepapers-and-guides/corporate-mindfulness-and-conscious-leadership-whitepaper)
* [Mindfulness for Anxiety Whitepaper](https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/knowledge/whitepapers-and-guides/mindfulness-for-anxiety-whitepaper-1)


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