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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Mental health experts suggest that hands-on hobbies like knitting, puzzle-making, and baking foster mindfulness and reduce anxiety by activating our senses, grounding us in the moment, and shifting focus from perfection to process.
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Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Beyond the basics, regular physical activity, mindfulness and yoga can also help.
—Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
As for how to improve your sleep, Holliday-Bell recommends maintaining a regular bedtime and wakeup time, crafting a relaxing wind-down routine, limiting caffeine and alcohol later in the day, and managing stress through a regular mindfulness or deep breathing practice.
—Emma Loewe, Outside, 15 Oct. 2025
To stay grounded, Stueland practices mindfulness and prioritizes exercise.
—Harriet Taylor, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2025
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Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Beyond the basics, regular physical activity, mindfulness and yoga can also help.
—Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
As for how to improve your sleep, Holliday-Bell recommends maintaining a regular bedtime and wakeup time, crafting a relaxing wind-down routine, limiting caffeine and alcohol later in the day, and managing stress through a regular mindfulness or deep breathing practice.
—Emma Loewe, Outside, 15 Oct. 2025
To stay grounded, Stueland practices mindfulness and prioritizes exercise.
—Harriet Taylor, CNBC, 14 Oct. 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 24 Oct. 2025.
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