Although there are countless definitions of mindfulness, we define Mindfulness as the following:
Mindfulness is the conscious and non-judgmental awareness of the present moment
It is NOT the absence of thoughts. It is not blocking thoughts, and sitting in silence. It is not trying to create a “blank” in your brain by sitting on a colorful cushion with your hands on your knees. Current scientific evidence suggests that mindfulness meditation may help reduce symptoms of stress, including anxiety and depression, and may help improve sleep. It teaches you to sink into experiences and engage with them while practicing a non-judge mentality of thoughts and acceptance in the present moment.
In mindfulness, individuals tune in to a variety of mental and physical experiences so that you can lean to control their thoughts in a helpful way, rather than feeling controlled by them.
- Stress management
- Burnout
- Depression and mood disorders
- Anxiety and anxiety-related disorders
- Emotion regulation
- Improvement in relationships
- Increase in physical awareness
- Boost attention and concentration
