Glossary E
Eightfold Path
A set of guidelines in Buddhism for achieving enlightenment and ending suffering.
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Embodied cognition
The idea that the mind and body are interconnected, and that physical sensations can influence thoughts and emotions.
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Emotional awareness
The ability to recognize and understand one’s own emotions and the emotions of others.
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Emotional balance
The state of being emotionally stable and balanced.
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Emotional health
The ability to manage and express emotions in a healthy and productive way.
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Emotional intelligence
The ability to recognize, understand, and manage one’s own emotions and the emotions of others.
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Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)
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Awareness vs Mindfulness: Clearing Confusion (Guide)
Gratitude vs Mindfulness: A Comparative Look (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
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Reflection vs Mindfulness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Emotional management
The process of recognizing, understanding, and managing one’s own emotions to promote well-being.
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Emotional regulation
The process of recognizing, understanding, and managing one’s own emotions.
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Acceptance vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Connection (Basics)
Attention vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Distinction (Basics)
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Mindfulness vs Relaxation: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Flow: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Psychotherapy: Understanding the Difference (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Contemplation: Defining Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Mindfulness vs Thoughtfulness: Key Differences (Understanding Terms)
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Mindfulness vs Multitasking: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)
Meditation vs Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Understanding Terms)
Gratitude vs Mindfulness: A Comparative Look (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Compassion vs Empathy in Mindfulness (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Yoga: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Meditation: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Self-Care: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Awareness vs Mindfulness: Clearing Confusion (Guide)
Emotional regulation skills
The ability to recognize, understand, and manage one’s own emotions.
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Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Thoughtfulness: Key Differences (Understanding Terms)
Emotional self-control
The ability to regulate and manage one’s own emotions.
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Emotional well-being
The state of being emotionally healthy and balanced.
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Emotion-focused therapy
A therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and processing emotions to promote healing and growth.
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Emotion recognition
The ability to identify and understand one’s own and others’ emotions.
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Emotions
Complex psychological states that involve a range of feelings, thoughts, and physiological responses.
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Empathic communication skills
The ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with others.
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Empathy
The ability to understand and share the feelings of others.
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Mindfulness vs Thoughtfulness: Key Differences (Understanding Terms)
Acceptance vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Connection (Basics)
Gratitude vs Mindfulness: A Comparative Look (Basics)
Meditation vs Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Intuition: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mindlessness: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
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Empathy Development Tool
Techniques and practices to improve one’s ability to empathize with others.
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Emptiness
A state of being free from attachment, desire, or ego.
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Energy healing
A holistic approach to healing that focuses on balancing and restoring the body’s energy systems.
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Enhanced ability to manage emotions
Improved skills in recognizing, understanding, and regulating emotions.
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Enhanced creativity
Increased ability to generate new and original ideas.
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Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Mindfulness vs Flow: Know the Difference (Guide)
Enhanced creativity and innovation
Increased ability to generate new and original ideas and implement them effectively.
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Enhanced creativity and productivity
Increased ability to generate new ideas and complete tasks efficiently.
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Enhanced overall well-being
Improved physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being in all aspects of life.
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Enhanced team collaboration
Improved communication, cooperation, and productivity among team members.
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Enhanced wellness
Improved physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being.
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Enlightenment
A state of profound understanding and insight into the nature of reality and existence.
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Mindfulness vs Zen: Which Is What? (Clearing Confusion)
Environment optimization
The process of creating a physical or mental space that promotes productivity, creativity, and well-being.
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Equanimity
A state of calmness and composure, especially in the face of challenging situations.
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Acceptance vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Connection (Basics)
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Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Evaluation
The process of assessing and analyzing information to make informed decisions or judgments.
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Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Examination of conscience
A reflective practice of self-evaluation and moral inventory to identify areas for personal growth and improvement.
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Executive function
The ability to manage cognitive processes such as attention, memory, and decision-making to achieve goals.
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Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
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Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Executive functioning
The cognitive processes that allow individuals to plan, organize, prioritize, and complete tasks efficiently.
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Exercise
Physical activity that promotes health and fitness.
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Exercise and physical activity
Physical movement that promotes physical and mental health.
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Exposure therapy
A type of therapy that gradually exposes individuals to feared stimuli to reduce anxiety.
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Extrinsic motivation
Motivation that comes from external rewards or consequences.
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
A therapy technique used to treat trauma and PTSD.
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