mindfulness

American  

[mahynd-fuhl-nis] / ˈmaɪnd fəl nɪs /

noun

1. the state or quality of being mindful or aware of something.

2. Psychology.

   1. a technique in which one focuses one's full attention only on the present, experiencing thoughts, feelings, and sensations but not judging them.

      The practice of mindfulness can reduce stress and physical pain.

   2. the mental state maintained by the use of this technique.

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mindfulness British  

/ ˈmaɪndfʊlnɪs /

noun

1. the the state or quality of being mindful

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Etymology

Origin of mindfulness

First recorded in 1520–30; mindful ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

Popular Headspace mindfulness app posted a YouTube video this week titled: "When your pets miss you, play this: 6 hour calming music for dogs and cats".

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The musician and author started learning about mindfulness and meditation.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Others, like Alexander, argue that the feelings can be so intensely unpleasant that mindfulness or distraction alone won’t address the root cause.

From Slate • Mar. 15, 2026

One nearby farm camp promised to teach children skills like foraging, composting and mindfulness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

She tells me she is proud of me and that I’m already using good mindfulness skills.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh