mindfulness
gb/mˈɪndfəlnəs/ us/mˈɪndfəlnəs/
B2
Inglês
Acepções
0 acepção
Substantivo
B2
abstract
1
Present-moment awareness practice
A way of focusing calmly on what is happening now, without judging it.
Padrão de uso:
mindfulness; mindfulness practice; mindfulness meditation
Erro comum:
Mindfulness is usually uncountable in this sense; say “practice mindfulness” or “a mindfulness practice,” not “a mindfulness.”
Sinônimos
awareness (Broader; does not necessarily imply meditation or nonjudgment.)
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presence (Emphasizes being fully engaged in the present moment.)
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meditation (Can overlap, but meditation is a broader set of practices.)
Antônimos
mindlessness (A lack of conscious attention or awareness.)
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distraction (Attention is pulled away from the present experience.)
Colocações
practice mindfulness
|mindfulness meditation
|mindfulness practice
|mindfulness exercises
|mindfulness training
|guided mindfulness
|daily mindfulness
|mindfulness techniques
|mindfulness app
|mindfulness-based therapy
Temas
wellness
|mental_health
|meditation
|psychology
Exemplos
- She started a daily mindfulness practice to help manage stress.
- The app teaches mindfulness through short guided breathing exercises.
- Mindfulness can help you notice anxious thoughts without immediately reacting to them.
Exemplos para estudantes
- I practice mindfulness for ten minutes every morning.
- Mindfulness helps me feel calmer.
Substantivo
C1
state
2
Careful awareness of something
Careful attention to something important.
Padrão de uso:
mindfulness of [something]; mindfulness about [something]
Erro comum:
Do not confuse the noun “mindfulness of something” with the adjective phrase “mindful of something.”
Sinônimos
attentiveness (Emphasizes paying close attention.)
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consideration (Emphasizes thinking about other people’s needs or feelings.)
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awareness (More general and less focused on careful behavior.)
Antônimos
carelessness (Failure to pay enough attention or take enough care.)
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inattention (A lack of attention.)
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disregard (Deliberate lack of concern or attention.)
Colocações
mindfulness of others
|mindfulness of risk
|mindfulness of cultural differences
|mindfulness about spending
|greater mindfulness
|a lack of mindfulness
|environmental mindfulness
|social mindfulness
Temas
communication
|work
|daily_life
|social_awareness
Exemplos
- The company is trying to build greater mindfulness of energy use.
- Parents asked the school for more mindfulness about children’s different needs.
- A little mindfulness in how we phrase feedback can prevent hurt feelings.
Exemplos para estudantes
- We need more mindfulness about safety.
- Mindfulness of other people’s time is important.
Gramática
Forma no dicionário
mindfulness
AFI
GB/mˈɪndfəlnəs/
US/mˈɪndfəlnəs/
Sílabas e tonicidade
mind - ful - ness (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (mind)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: mindfulness
- Plural: mindfulness
Expressões
mindfulness app
1/mˈɪndfəlnəs ˈæp/
fixed phrase
App for mindfulness practice
An app that helps you do mindfulness activities.
Exemplos
- She downloaded a mindfulness app with guided meditations.
- Some mindfulness apps include sleep stories and breathing timers.
- The company offers employees a free subscription to a mindfulness app.
mindfulness exercises
1/mˈɪndfəlnəs ˈɛksɚsˌaɪzɪz/
fixed phrase
Short awareness activities
Short activities that help you focus calmly on the present moment.
Exemplos
- The teacher used simple mindfulness exercises to help students settle down.
- The website offers free mindfulness exercises for beginners.
- One common mindfulness exercise is to notice five things you can see.
mindfulness meditation
1/mˈɪndfəlnəs mˌɛdɪtˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Meditation for present awareness
Meditation that helps you pay calm attention to the present moment.
Exemplos
- The class begins with ten minutes of mindfulness meditation.
- Research suggests that mindfulness meditation may reduce stress for some people.
- He uses mindfulness meditation to focus on his breathing before work.
mindfulness practice
1/mˈɪndfəlnəs pɹˈæktɪs/
fixed phrase
Regular mindfulness routine
A regular habit of doing mindfulness activities.
Exemplos
- Her mindfulness practice includes breathing exercises and a short body scan.
- A regular mindfulness practice can be as simple as sitting quietly for five minutes.
- The retreat helped him restart his mindfulness practice.
mindfulness training
1/mˈɪndfəlnəs tɹˈeɪnɪŋ/
fixed phrase
Instruction in mindfulness skills
Training that teaches people how to practice mindfulness.
Exemplos
- The hospital offers mindfulness training for staff who work under pressure.
- Students who completed the mindfulness training reported better focus.
- The workshop provides basic mindfulness training for beginners.
mindfulness-based cognitive therapy
1/mˈɪndfəlnəs bˈeɪst kˈɑɡnɪtɪv θˈɛɹəpi/
fixed phrase
technical
Therapy combining mindfulness and CBT
A type of therapy that uses mindfulness and cognitive therapy techniques.
Exemplos
- Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is often discussed in the treatment of recurrent depression.
- The therapist recommended MBCT to help her respond differently to negative thoughts.
- The course introduced the basic ideas behind mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.
mindfulness-based stress reduction
1/mˈɪndfəlnəs bˈeɪst stɹˈɛs ɹɪdˈʌkʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
Structured stress-reduction program
A formal program that teaches mindfulness to help people manage stress.
Exemplos
- The clinic runs an eight-week mindfulness-based stress reduction course.
- Mindfulness-based stress reduction is used in some hospitals and wellness programs.
- Her doctor suggested MBSR as one possible way to manage chronic pain.
practice mindfulness
1/pɹˈæktɪs mˈɪndfəlnəs/
fixed phrase
Use mindfulness techniques
To do activities that help you be calm and aware of the present moment.
Exemplos
- Many people practice mindfulness by focusing on their breath.
- You do not need special equipment to practice mindfulness.
- The therapist encouraged her to practice mindfulness when she felt overwhelmed.