Glossary M
Mantra repetition
Repeating a word or phrase to focus the mind and achieve a meditative state.
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Meaning and purpose in life
The sense of fulfillment and direction that comes from having a clear sense of one’s values and goals.
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Medication management
The safe and effective use of medication to treat physical and mental health conditions.
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Meditation practice
The act of regularly engaging in meditation.
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Acceptance vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Connection (Basics)
Attention vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Distinction (Basics)
Meditation vs Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Flow: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Meditation: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Relaxation: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Meditation techniques
Methods to achieve a meditative state, such as breath awareness or visualization.
Mindfulness vs Silence: What’s Better? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Zen: Which Is What? (Clearing Confusion)
Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Psychotherapy: Understanding the Difference (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Yoga: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Meditative practices
Techniques to cultivate mindfulness and inner peace.
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Memory retention
The ability to remember and recall information.
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Mindfulness vs Silence: What’s Better? (Guide)
Mental agility
The ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations.
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Mental clarity
The state of having a clear and focused mind.
Mindfulness vs Silence: What’s Better? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Reflection vs Mindfulness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Attention vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Distinction (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Contemplation: Defining Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Flow: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Meditation: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Relaxation: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mindlessness: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Thoughtfulness: Key Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mind Control: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Yoga: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Intuition: Know the Difference (Guide)
Compassion vs Empathy in Mindfulness (Understanding Terms)
Awareness vs Mindfulness: Clearing Confusion (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Multitasking: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Acceptance vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Connection (Basics)
Mental clarity technique
Methods to improve mental clarity and reduce distractions.
Mindfulness vs Contemplation: Defining Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)
Mental discipline
The practice of training the mind to improve self-control and focus.
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Mindfulness vs Mind Control: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Mental fatigue
The feeling of exhaustion or burnout from mental exertion.
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Mental flexibility
The ability to adapt and change one’s thinking and behavior.
Mindfulness vs Mind Control: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mental focus
The ability to concentrate on a specific task or object.
Mindfulness vs Flow: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Yoga: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mental Focus Training
Techniques to improve concentration and focus.
Meditation vs Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Understanding Terms)
Mental health
The state of psychological well-being and functioning.
Mindfulness vs Self-Care: What’s Better? (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 Mind Control: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Multitasking: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Stoicism: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Thoughtfulness: Key Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mental health awareness
Understanding and promoting mental health and well-being.
Mindfulness vs Thoughtfulness: Key Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mental health benefits
The positive effects of mindfulness on mental well-being, such as reduced stress and anxiety.
Gratitude vs Mindfulness: A Comparative Look (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mindlessness: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Mental health treatment
The use of mindfulness and other techniques to improve mental health conditions.
Mindfulness vs Psychotherapy: Understanding the Difference (Basics)
Mental noting
The practice of mentally acknowledging and labeling thoughts or emotions during meditation.
Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Mental rigidity
A tendency to think and behave in inflexible ways.
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Mental set shifting
The ability to switch between different mental tasks or perspectives.
Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mental state
The current state of one’s mental and emotional well-being.
Attention vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Distinction (Basics)
Awareness vs Mindfulness: Clearing Confusion (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mental state awareness
The ability to be aware of one’s own mental state and emotions.
Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Mental training
Techniques for improving cognitive and emotional functioning.
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Mental wandering
The tendency of the mind to wander away from the present moment and become lost in thought.
Mindfulness vs Daydreaming: The Real Difference (Guide)
Mental well-being
A state of mental health characterized by positive emotions, resilience, and a sense of purpose.
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Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
Metacognition
The ability to reflect on one’s own thoughts and mental processes.
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Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Daydreaming: The Real Difference (Guide)
Metta Bhavana, the cultivation of loving kindness towards oneself and others
A Buddhist meditation practice that involves cultivating feelings of love and kindness towards oneself and others.
Mindfulness vs Zen: Which Is What? (Clearing Confusion)
Metta Meditation
A Buddhist practice of cultivating loving-kindness and compassion towards oneself and others.
Mindfulness vs Silence: What’s Better? (Guide)
Microcosmic orbit breathing
A Taoist breathing technique that involves circulating energy through the body.
Mindfulness vs Zen: Which Is What? (Clearing Confusion)
Mind-body connection
The connection between the mind and body and how they influence each other.
Mindfulness vs Thoughtfulness: Key Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Yoga: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Meditation vs Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Relaxation: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Contemplation: Defining Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Flow: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Spiritual Awakening: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Psychotherapy: Understanding the Difference (Basics)
Awareness vs Mindfulness: Clearing Confusion (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Stoicism: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Silence: What’s Better? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Self-Care: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Mindlessness: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mind Control: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Meditation: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Gratitude vs Mindfulness: A Comparative Look (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Multitasking: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Zen: Which Is What? (Clearing Confusion)
Mind-body medicine
A holistic approach to healthcare that addresses the connection between the mind and body.
Mindfulness vs Meditation: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mind-body relationship
The connection between the mind and body and how they influence each other.
Mindfulness vs Flow: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mind-body therapies
Therapies that address the connection between the mind and body, such as yoga or meditation.
Mindfulness vs Psychotherapy: Understanding the Difference (Basics)
Mindful awareness
A state of being present and attentive to one’s thoughts, feelings, and surroundings.
Mindfulness vs Thoughtfulness: Key Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindful breathing
A practice that involves cultivating awareness and relaxation through focused attention on the breath.
Gratitude vs Mindfulness: A Comparative Look (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Mindful breathing exercises
Exercises that incorporate mindfulness techniques to promote relaxation and awareness through focused attention on the breath.
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Mindful breathing techniques
Techniques used to cultivate mindfulness and relaxation through focused attention on the breath.
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Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
Mindful communication
A practice that involves communicating with awareness and intention to cultivate mindfulness and understanding.
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Mindful communication skills
Skills used to cultivate mindfulness and awareness in communication, such as active listening or non-judgmental communication.
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Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
Mindful eating
A practice of paying attention to the sensory experience of eating, promoting healthier food choices and digestion.
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Mindful listening
A practice that involves listening with awareness and intention to cultivate mindfulness and understanding.
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Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Mindful listening techniques
Techniques used to cultivate mindfulness and awareness during listening, such as active listening or non-judgmental listening.
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Mindful living
A way of life that emphasizes mindfulness and awareness in daily activities and interactions.
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Mindful meditation
A practice that involves cultivating awareness and relaxation through focused attention on the present moment.
Mindfulness vs Daydreaming: The Real Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Spiritual Awakening: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindful meditation techniques
Various techniques used to cultivate mindfulness during meditation, such as focusing on the breath or body sensations.
Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindful movement
A practice that involves moving the body with awareness and intention to cultivate mindfulness and relaxation.
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Mindfulness vs Meditation: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Psychotherapy: Understanding the Difference (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Mindful Movement Exercises
Physical exercises that incorporate mindfulness techniques to promote relaxation and awareness.
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Mindful movement or yoga
A practice that combines physical movement with mindfulness techniques to cultivate awareness and relaxation.
Mindfulness vs Meditation: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindful movement practices
Physical activities that incorporate mindfulness, such as yoga or tai chi.
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness
The practice of being present and aware in the current moment, without judgment or distraction.
Acceptance vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Connection (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Intuition: Know the Difference (Guide)
Compassion vs Empathy in Mindfulness (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Contemplation: Defining Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Spiritual Awakening: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Multitasking: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Self-Care: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Yoga: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Thoughtfulness: Key Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Silence: What’s Better? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Positivity: Exploring Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Zen: Which Is What? (Clearing Confusion)
Mindfulness vs Mindlessness: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mind Control: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Gratitude vs Mindfulness: A Comparative Look (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Psychotherapy: Understanding the Difference (Basics)
Reflection vs Mindfulness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR)
A program that uses mindfulness meditation to reduce stress and promote well-being.
Mindfulness vs Flow: Know the Difference (Guide)
Meditation vs Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Silence: What’s Better? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Relaxation: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Stoicism: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Mind Control: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Gratitude vs Mindfulness: A Comparative Look (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Self-Awareness: What’s the Connection? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Multitasking: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mindlessness: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Acceptance vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Connection (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Yoga: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Concentration: Unraveling Differences (Essentials)
Mindfulness vs Meditation: Know the Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Contemplation: Defining Differences (Guide)
Awareness vs Mindfulness: Clearing Confusion (Guide)
Attention vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Distinction (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Reflection vs Mindfulness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness meditation
A form of meditation that focuses on present-moment awareness and non-judgmental acceptance.
Mindfulness vs Observation: Defining Differences (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Relaxation: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mindfulness practice
Engaging in activities or exercises that promote present-moment awareness and non-judgmental acceptance.
Compassion vs Empathy in Mindfulness (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Daydreaming: The Real Difference (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mind Control: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)
Mindlessness
A state of being unaware or inattentive to one’s surroundings or experiences.
Mindfulness vs Mindlessness: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mind-wandering
The tendency of the mind to drift away from the present moment and into unrelated thoughts.
Mindfulness vs Mind-Wandering: Key Differences (Guide)
Mindfulness vs Mind Control: What’s the Connection? (Understanding Terms)
Awareness vs Mindfulness: Clearing Confusion (Guide)
Meditation vs Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Consciousness: Clearing the Confusion (Basics)
Mind-wandering frequency
The frequency with which the mind drifts away from the present moment and into unrelated thoughts.
Mindfulness vs Daydreaming: The Real Difference (Guide)
Motivation
The drive or desire to achieve a goal or complete a task.
Compassion vs Empathy in Mindfulness (Understanding Terms)
Multitasking
The ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Attention vs Mindfulness: Understanding the Distinction (Basics)
Mindfulness vs Mindlessness: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Mindfulness vs Multitasking: What’s Better? (Understanding Terms)
Music therapy
The use of music to promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Mindfulness vs Presence: What’s the Difference? (Guide)