Going Up

Going Up

8/29/2017

link

https://www.wired.com/2017/08/the-science-and-philosophy-of-mindfulness-meditation/

summary

This article delves into the science and philosophy behind mindfulness meditation. It explores how mindfulness has gained popularity in recent years and its potential benefits for mental health. The article discusses studies that have shown how mindfulness meditation can improve attention, reduce stress, and increase feelings of well-being. It also delves into the underlying philosophy of mindfulness, which emphasizes being fully present in the moment and non-judgmentally observing one's thoughts and emotions. The author explores the different approaches to mindfulness and highlights the potential for integrating mindfulness practices into everyday life. Overall, the article provides an insightful exploration into the scientific and philosophical aspects of mindfulness meditation.

tags

mindfulness ꞏ meditation ꞏ science of mindfulness ꞏ philosophy of mindfulness ꞏ neuroscience ꞏ psychology ꞏ mental health ꞏ well-being ꞏ mindfulness benefits ꞏ mindfulness practices ꞏ mindfulness research ꞏ mindfulness techniques ꞏ meditation practices ꞏ mindfulness meditation ꞏ mindfulness training ꞏ mindfulness exercises ꞏ mindfulness practice ꞏ mindfulness-based interventions ꞏ mindfulness-based stress reduction (mbsr) ꞏ mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (mbct) ꞏ contemplative practices ꞏ mindfulness in daily life ꞏ mindfulness and attention ꞏ mindfulness and cognition ꞏ mindfulness and emotion ꞏ mindfulness and self-awareness ꞏ mindfulness and stress reduction ꞏ mindfulness and anxiety ꞏ mindfulness and depression ꞏ mindfulness and happiness ꞏ mindfulness and resilience ꞏ mindfulness and relationships ꞏ mindfulness and creativity ꞏ mindfulness and productivity ꞏ mindfulness and performance ꞏ mindfulness and focus ꞏ mindfulness and relaxation ꞏ mindfulness and sleep ꞏ mindfulness and chronic pain ꞏ mindfulness and addiction ꞏ mindfulness and body awareness ꞏ mindfulness and self-compassion ꞏ mindfulness and spirituality ꞏ mindfulness and ethics ꞏ mindfulness and philosophy ꞏ mindfulness and consciousness ꞏ mindfulness and well-being