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Glossary I

Imaginative thinking

The ability to think creatively and outside the box, generating new and innovative ideas and solutions.

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    • Immune system enhancement

    The strengthening of the body’s natural defense system against illness and disease through various practices, including mindfulness and meditation.

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    • Impact on mental health from practicing gratitude or mindfulness

    The positive effects that practicing gratitude or mindfulness can have on one’s mental health, including reduced anxiety, depression, and negative thinking patterns.

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    • Impact on physical health from practicing gratitude or mindfulness

    The positive effects that practicing gratitude or mindfulness can have on one’s physical health, including reduced stress, improved sleep, and lower blood pressure.

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    • Impact on relationships from practicing gratitude or mindfulness

    The positive effects that practicing gratitude or mindfulness can have on one’s relationships with others, including increased empathy, compassion, and understanding.

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    • Impermanence

    The concept that all things are constantly changing and evolving, and that nothing is permanent or fixed.

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    • Improved communication skills

    The ability to express oneself clearly and effectively, listen actively, and understand others’ perspectives.

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    • Improved decision-making

    The process of making choices that are well-informed, thoughtful, and aligned with one’s values and goals.

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    • Improved decision-making abilities

    The capacity to make sound and rational decisions in various situations, including those that are complex or challenging.

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    • Improved decision-making skills

    The ability to make informed and effective decisions based on careful consideration of available options and potential outcomes.

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    • Improved focus and attention

    The ability to concentrate on a task or object for an extended period of time without distraction or interruption.

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    • Improved focus and concentration

    The improvement in concentration and attention that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Improved overall well-being

    The enhancement of physical, mental, and emotional health that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Improved relationships with oneself and others

    The improvement in self-awareness and interpersonal relationships that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Improved relationships with others

    The improvement in interpersonal relationships that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Improved sleep quality

    The improvement in the quality of sleep that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Improved well-being

    The enhancement of physical, mental, and emotional health that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Improving overall well-being

    The enhancement of physical, mental, and emotional health that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Impulse control

    The ability to resist urges and impulses, which can be improved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Inattentional blindness

    The phenomenon of not noticing important details due to lack of attention, which can be improved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Increased empathy and compassion

    The improvement in the ability to understand and relate to others that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Increased focus and attention span

    The improvement in concentration and attention that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Increased job satisfaction

    The improvement in overall job enjoyment that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Increased productivity

    The improvement in efficiency and output that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Increased resilience to adversity

    The ability to bounce back from difficult situations, which can be improved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Increased self-confidence

    The boost in self-assurance that can be achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Influence

    The ability to affect or change someone’s behavior or beliefs.

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    • Information overload

    The overwhelming amount of information that can be managed through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Inhibitory control

    The ability to control impulses and regulate behavior, which can be improved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Inner Awareness

    Being aware of one’s thoughts, emotions, and sensations.

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    • Inner critic

    The internal voice that criticizes oneself, which can be observed and managed through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Inner dialogue

    The internal conversation that occurs within oneself, which can be observed and managed through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Inner peace

    The state of calm and contentment achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Inner peace attainment

    The process of achieving a state of inner peace through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Inner stillness

    The state of calm and tranquility achieved through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Inner voice

    The internal dialogue that can be observed and managed through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Inner wisdom

    The innate knowledge and understanding of oneself that can be accessed through mindfulness meditation.

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    • Innovation

    The introduction of new ideas or methods to enhance mindfulness meditation practices.

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    • Insight

    A deep understanding or realization of a situation or problem.

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    • Insightful thinking

    The ability to perceive and understand the underlying nature of a situation or problem.

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    • Instinctive response

    An automatic, innate response to a stimulus.

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    • Instincts

    Innate, automatic responses to stimuli that are essential for survival.

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    • Integrative approach

    A holistic approach that combines multiple methods or techniques to address a problem or issue.

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    • Intentional Attention Shift

    A conscious effort to redirect one’s focus and attention towards a specific goal or task.

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    • Intentionality

    The quality of being deliberate and purposeful in one’s actions and decisions.

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    • Interconnectedness

    The idea that all things are connected and interdependent.

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    • Interpersonal effectiveness

    The ability to communicate and interact with others in a positive and productive manner.

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    • Interpersonal effectiveness skills

    The ability to communicate effectively and maintain healthy relationships with others.

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    • Interpersonal psychotherapy

    A form of therapy that focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication.

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    • Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT)

    A form of therapy that focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication.

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    • Interpersonal relationships

    The connections and interactions between individuals.

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    • Intrinsic motivation

    The drive to engage in an activity for its own sake, rather than for external rewards or incentives.

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    • Introspection

    The process of examining one’s own thoughts, feelings, and motives.

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    • Intuition

    The ability to understand or know something without conscious reasoning or evidence.

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    • Iyengar yoga

    A style of yoga that emphasizes precise alignment and the use of props to support the body in poses.

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