Glossary F

Glossary F

Feelings

Emotional responses to internal or external stimuli.

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  • Fight or flight response

    The body’s physiological response to stress or danger.

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  • Flexibility

    The ability to adapt and adjust to changing circumstances.

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  • Flow activities

    Tasks or hobbies that induce a state of flow.

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  • Flow state

    A mental state of complete absorption and focus in an activity.

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  • Focus

    The act of directing attention towards a specific task or object.

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  • Focus and concentration

    The ability to direct attention towards a specific task or object.

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  • Focused attention on the present moment

    Concentrating on the current experience without distraction.

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  • Focus enhancement

    Improving the ability to concentrate and pay attention.

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  • Focus on breath or body sensations

    Using physical sensations as a focal point for mindfulness meditation.

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  • Focus on the here and now

    Paying attention to the present moment and not dwelling on the past or future.

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  • Forgiveness

    Letting go of negative feelings towards oneself or others.

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  • Four Noble Truths

    Core beliefs in Buddhism that address the nature of suffering and how to overcome it.

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  • Functional magnetic resonance imaging

    A technique used to measure brain activity during mindfulness meditation.

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