Mindfulness is the practice of becoming more fully aware of the present moment, in a non-judgmental way, rather than being preoccupied with intrusive thoughts, worries and concerns. It involves practicing some basic techniques in order to heighten awareness of the senses (for example, really noticing your breathing, feeling the sensations of your body), and being ‘in the now’. Mindfulness has origins in Eastern philosophy and Buddhism. It has been used in the West as a means of personal development for many years, and is now being increasingly taken up in education and professional development, as a stress management technique, and for its psychological benefits in therapy and personal performance.
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