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Mindfulness: meaning, definitions and examples

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mindfulness

 

[ ˈmaɪndf(ʊ)lnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mental health

Mindfulness is the practice of intentionally focusing on the present moment and accepting it without judgment. It involves being fully aware of what is happening both internally and externally.

Synonyms

awareness, consciousness, presence

Examples of usage

  • Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels.
  • Mindfulness meditation involves paying attention to your breath and bodily sensations.

Translations

Translations of the word "mindfulness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atenção plena

🇮🇳 सचेतनता

🇩🇪 Achtsamkeit

🇮🇩 kesadaran penuh

🇺🇦 усвідомленість

🇵🇱 uważność

🇯🇵 マインドフルネス

🇫🇷 pleine conscience

🇪🇸 atención plena

🇹🇷 farkındalık

🇰🇷 마음챙김

🇸🇦 اليقظة الذهنية

🇨🇿 všímavost

🇸🇰 všímavosť

🇨🇳 正念

🇸🇮 čuječnost

🇮🇸 meðvitund

🇰🇿 саналылық

🇬🇪 გონიერება

🇦🇿 dərk

🇲🇽 atención plena

Etymology

The concept of mindfulness originates from ancient Buddhist teachings and has been adapted into modern psychology and mental health practices. It gained popularity in the Western world in the late 20th century as a method to improve overall well-being and reduce stress.

See also: absentmindedness, mind, mindful, mindfully, mindlessly, mindset, remind, unmindful.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,117, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.