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mindfulness

[ mahynd-fuhl-nis ]

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noun

the state or quality of being mindful or aware of something.
Psychology.
1. a technique in which one focuses one's full attention only on the present, experiencing thoughts, feelings, and sensations but not judging them:
  The practice of mindfulness can reduce stress and physical pain.
2. the mental state maintained by the use of this technique.

mindfulness

/ ˈmaɪndfʊlnɪs /

noun

the the state or quality of being mindful

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Word History and Origins

Origin of mindfulness¹

First recorded in 1520–30; mindful ( def ) + -ness ( def )

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Example Sentences

Many boast an ability to surround participants in awe, prompt restorative mindfulness, alleviate anxiety or inspire a dopamine release.

From Los Angeles Times

She has campaigned for an age limit on smartphone use, stricter controls on access to social media apps, tougher action on knife crime and for mindfulness to be taught in schools.

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Meditation and mindfulness can also help reduce our stress response and have been associated with a greater tolerance for uncertainty.

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At her last event, which referenced the Buddhist practice of maraṇasati, or a mindfulness meditation on death, people waited in line to experience the coffin.

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If logic is less your thing, turn to mindfulness, which is the practice of being aware of your thoughts and then letting them pass on.

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