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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That 60 seconds of mindfulness can give you a powerful pause that recharges more than caffeine ever could.
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Bronwen Sciortino, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
There will be three stages, with movement, mindfulness and other activities, ranging from workouts to a trampoline class and grounding meditation.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 June 2025
Preventative health screenings will be offered on the first and last day of the program, and information on mindfulness, nutrition, personal safety, and chronic disease will be shared.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
The benefits of an intentional morning routine Starting your day with mindfulness, physical activity or time with your kids — as opposed to checking your emails or calendar — can boost your happiness and fulfillment, experts say.
—Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 14 June 2025
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Bronwen Sciortino, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
There will be three stages, with movement, mindfulness and other activities, ranging from workouts to a trampoline class and grounding meditation.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 June 2025
Preventative health screenings will be offered on the first and last day of the program, and information on mindfulness, nutrition, personal safety, and chronic disease will be shared.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
The benefits of an intentional morning routine Starting your day with mindfulness, physical activity or time with your kids — as opposed to checking your emails or calendar — can boost your happiness and fulfillment, experts say.
—Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 14 June 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 7 Jul. 2025.
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