What’s SNAP THAT about?
SNAP THAT is about using photography to practise mindfulness. But hang on, let’s begin with understanding exactly what mindfulness is.
Mindfulness is about staying in the moment. It is about being fully present, aware of where you are and what you’re doing. It’s a way of being that leaves the past where it is and the future where it might be, to simply focus on the ‘now’. It is sometimes referred to as ‘being in the present moment’.
But that’s just the beginning. Mindfulness can increase positive thoughts, improve physical health, lower levels of depression and anxiety, and help you manage stress.
Want to learn more about mindfulness?
Why use SNAP THAT?
Simple – using photography to practise mindfulness is a fun, creative and rewarding way of improving your mental health and wellbeing.
Mindfulness through photography can help you become more consciously aware of where you are, what you’re doing and what’s going on around you in the here and now.
Photography, after all, is all about focusing and capturing the moment.
But keep this in mind – there’s a difference between taking a photo and taking a mindful photo. The good news is that it isn’t hard – take a look at ‘Some tips for SNAP THAT’ to make sure you get the most out of SNAP THAT.
Some tips for SNAP THAT
SNAP THAT is about focusing on the things around you as if you’re seeing them for the first time and capturing unparalleled beauty where you wouldn’t normally look for it.
Here’s a little “how to” to get you started
- Identify your anchor - choose something that you can focus on. Struggling to find an anchor? It could be a colour, words on a wall, sunrise, sunset, trees, clouds, leaves, nature or even a gritty urban space.
- Look at it with new eyes – truly take it in and notice details.
- Immerse yourself in the textures and colours that are surrounding you, and notice the thoughts and feelings they provoke. Only then should you take your photo.
- Move on to your next anchor and repeat.
Not sure if SNAP THAT is for you – maybe you should try our POWER UP mindfulness meditation tracks instead!
Get some inspiration!
Need some inspo? – why not scroll through some of the inspiring SNAP THAT photographs shared by others!
Still struggling? Why not challenge yourself by setting a limit to how many photos you take. This will force you to be more selective as well as observant.
