Mindfulness

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Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgementally.

“It is the process of observing body and mind intentionally, of letting your experiences unfold from moment to moment and accepting them as they are. It does not involve rejecting your thoughts nor trying to clamp down on them or suppress them, nor trying to control anything at all other than the focus and direction of your attention.”

“THE ATTITUDINAL FOUNDATION OF MINDFULNESS PRACTICE

1. Non-judging”

Patience Beginner's mind Trust Non-striving Acceptance Letting go

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