Partha Nandi MD, FACP
Partha Nandi MD, FACP
Mindfulness is the act of being in the moment and paying attention to what’s happening right now instead of worrying about the future or reliving the past. It’s an Eastern concept that has become very popular in the West. Mindfulness is useful because it trains your brain to view the world differently. When you’re mindful, you’re experiencing life instead of just going through the motions. Mindfulness trains your brain to focus on what’s most important in the moment, instead of just reactively doing things without deliberate thought.
Mindfulness is the practice of actively paying attention to the present moment without judgement. It’s about being in the moment and acknowledging your thoughts and feelings without judgement. You can practice mindfulness in any given moment of your daily routine, like eating a meal or taking a shower. The more you practice mindfulness, the easier it gets.
Mindfulness is the ability to focus on the present moment without worrying about the future or ruminating on the past. It’s about being attentive to your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Mindfulness can be cultivated through meditation and exercises like letting go of negative thoughts for at least 10 seconds.
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