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
Examples of mindfulness in a Sentence
his mindfulness of his limited education made him ill at ease around academics
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Worshipers mark the day by visiting holy sites and temples, the giving of alms and practicing mindfulness and spiritual purity, as noted by the University of Colombo in Sri Lanka.
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Business leaders encourage mindfulness for enhancing productivity.
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Anthony Wood, Space.com, 1 May 2026
Find healthy ways to cope with stress, such as meditation, mindfulness exercises, yoga, and breathing exercises.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Business leaders encourage mindfulness for enhancing productivity.
—Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
Such items can aid mindfulness by engaging the senses to help return to the present moment.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 30 Apr. 2026
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 2 May. 2026.
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