Glossary F
Feelings
Emotional responses to internal or external stimuli.
Fight or flight response
The body’s physiological response to stress or danger.
Flexibility
The ability to adapt and adjust to changing circumstances.
Flow activities
Tasks or hobbies that induce a state of flow.
Flow state
A mental state of complete absorption and focus in an activity.
Focus
The act of directing attention towards a specific task or object.
Focus and concentration
The ability to direct attention towards a specific task or object.
Focused attention on the present moment
Concentrating on the current experience without distraction.
Focus enhancement
Improving the ability to concentrate and pay attention.
Focus on breath or body sensations
Using physical sensations as a focal point for mindfulness meditation.
Focus on the here and now
Paying attention to the present moment and not dwelling on the past or future.
Forgiveness
Letting go of negative feelings towards oneself or others.
Four Noble Truths
Core beliefs in Buddhism that address the nature of suffering and how to overcome it.
Functional magnetic resonance imaging
A technique used to measure brain activity during mindfulness meditation.