mindfulness
noun
mind·ful·ness
ˈmīn(d)-fəl-nəs 
1
: the quality or state of being mindful
2
: the practice of maintaining a nonjudgmental state of heightened or complete awareness of one's thoughts, emotions, or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis
also
: such a state of awareness
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his mindfulness of his limited education made him ill at ease around academics
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Teach your child mindfulness skills Another effective way to pause and cool off is by practicing mindfulness.
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Despite his lack of mindfulness, did anything stand out for you?
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wendy Wisner, Parents, 21 Jan. 2025
Yet in moments of great trauma, practicing mindfulness can be particularly challenging.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2025
Despite his lack of mindfulness, did anything stand out for you?
—Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2025
Consider integrating mindfulness practices like meditation or yoga into your daily routine to help maintain mental clarity.
—Hao Lam, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for mindfulness
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“Mindfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindfulness. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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