Clin Psychol Rev November 2021 PMID 34598086

What do people mean when they talk about mindfulness?

Ellen Choi, Norman Farb, Ekaterina Pogrebtsova, Jamie Gruman, Igor Grossmann

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The overall tone reflects a cautious curiosity, with users citing specific research, such as the recent paper on mindfulness terminology and measurement, and expressing skepticism toward simplified views, evidenced by comments like 'refrescar evidencias importantes' and references to conflicting definitions. This combination reveals a nuanced interest and a desire for more precise understanding, aimed at advancing both awareness and critical discussion.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the article's focus on the complexities and debates around mindfulness, showing some support or alignment with its findings.

InterestModerate interest

Discussion participants exhibit curiosity by sharing new papers and evidence, indicating a moderate level of interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts often reference studies, definitions, and critiques, demonstrating active engagement with the topic.

ImpactModerate impact

The shared discussions, especially those questioning measurement and understanding, suggest some influence on perceptions and debates about mindfulness.

Abstract in brief

People often understand mindfulness as a way to be aware of and accept stressful thoughts and feelings, which helps them explore and respond adaptively.
Critics argue that laypeople might wrongly see acceptance as passively endorsing experiences, which could hinder active problem-solving.
The study found that public perceptions of mindfulness emphasize engagement and that acceptance, in everyday contexts, is linked to increased engagement rather than avoidance, supporting a framework where acceptance helps people confront life's challenges actively.]

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Rajesh Thipparapu

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RT @psywisdom: And at least for #Mindfulness most widely used measures fail to deliver what they intend to measures, as we discussed in the…

Jul 21, 2023 · 1 share · 289 followers View post →

Igor Grossmann, PhD @igi.bsky.social

@psywisdom · X

And at least for #Mindfulness most widely used measures fail to deliver what they intend to measures, as we discussed in the Clinical Psych Review https://t.co/06nSNYMd8m https://t.co/jSUfYVbigE

Jul 20, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 1,893 followers View post →