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mindfulness

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate UK //mˈaɪndfəlnəs// mind·ful·ness

n. the practice of focusing your attention on the present moment. You do this by noticing your thoughts and feelings without judging them as good or bad.

n. a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations.


SIMPLE

Daily mindfulness helps me stay calm at work.

CONTEXTUAL

Practicing mindfulness during a stressful commute can help you stay grounded and prevent road rage.

COMPLEX

Clinical studies suggest that consistent mindfulness can rewire the brain's response to stress, fostering a more resilient psychological state in patients with chronic anxiety.

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Often used as the object of the verbs 'practice' or 'cultivate'.

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