What does mindfulness mean?

Mindfulness and mindfulness are important concepts from Buddhism, representing a state of profound spiritual cultivation and inner consciousness. These two concepts play an important role in Buddhism and are also applied in the fields of psychology and spiritual growth.

A, the correct understanding (Right Understanding):

Correct understanding refers to correct cognition and understanding, that is, correct understanding of the nature of life and the world. In Buddhism, knowing the truth is one of the eight right paths (the eight right paths are one of the practice methods that Buddhism teaches people to get rid of their distress) and one of the important means to eliminate ignorance (confusion). It requires people to know and understand the true face of things, transcend one-sided and distorted concepts, and look at the world with a clear and objective attitude. A correct understanding also means realizing that everything is impermanent and transcends the obsession with fixed things.

Second, mindfulness:

Mindfulness refers to paying attention to and experiencing everything in the present moment with undivided attention and impartiality. It is one of the sixteen senses in Buddhism (four hearts, four feet and four Zen) and the foundation of Prajna wisdom. Practicing mindfulness helps to calm the mind, perceive the changes in thinking, feeling and body, and observe all phenomena with a detached attitude. Mindfulness advocates focusing on the current experience and observing the flow of everything without interference.

Third, how to practice mindfulness and mindfulness:

Awareness of the present: by paying attention to the current activities, emotions or feelings, such as breathing, walking, eating, etc. , so as to realize everything in the moment.

Don't judge: don't judge or judge what you feel, just observe and accept, and treat everything without prejudice.

Continuous practice: Mindfulness and mindfulness need long-term practice and practice, and the ability of awareness and perception can be improved through mindfulness meditation and physical and mental cultivation.

Accept the reality: accept all the changes and impermanence of reality, without coveting or resisting.

Mindfulness and the practice of mindfulness help to bring inner peace and tranquility, and make people have a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. They are also suitable for modern psychology and psychotherapy as effective tools for decompression, anxiety relief and emotional management. By practicing mindfulness and mindfulness, people can better cope with the challenges in life and keep their inner peace and tenacity.