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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This would be an ideal time to practice mindfulness, stillness and serenity.
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Kyle Thomas, People.com, 27 Apr. 2025
Techniques such as deep breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness may help ease anxiety and swallowing problems.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 27 Apr. 2025
Practices like mindfulness, focusing and somatic coaching can help.
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Kyle Cavazos, the group’s program coordinator, and guest facilitators Casey Velasquez and Elizabeth Starbuck will lead participants in reflection and mindfulness activities to help deepen your bonds with the Earth, your community and yourself.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
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Kyle Thomas, People.com, 27 Apr. 2025
Techniques such as deep breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness may help ease anxiety and swallowing problems.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 27 Apr. 2025
Practices like mindfulness, focusing and somatic coaching can help.
—Nancy Zamierowski, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Kyle Cavazos, the group’s program coordinator, and guest facilitators Casey Velasquez and Elizabeth Starbuck will lead participants in reflection and mindfulness activities to help deepen your bonds with the Earth, your community and yourself.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 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 4 May. 2025.
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