Mindfulness is a word that has been extensively used in recent years. But it is not a New Age fad or a religion. It is mental training, consisting of directing attention to the present moment in a non-judgmental way. That's all, and that's enough.
Why is it So Difficult?
Our brain is a time-traveling machine. It either dwells on the past (depression) or simulates the future (anxiety). Very rarely is it "here and now." Mindfulness is an anchor that keeps you in reality.
Scientific Sources:
- Kabat-Zinn, J. (1994). "Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life".
