The Power of Mindfulness in Modern Life

Ms. Kasturi Pomal

Assistant Professor, Commerce & Management

Kalinga University, Raipur

Mail Id – kasturi.pomal@kalingauniversity,ac.in

Mindfulness With roots in ancient Buddhist traditions, mindfulness has been increasingly popular in recent years due to its potential to enhance mental and physical well-being. By concentrating attention on the here and now without passing judgment, people can increase their awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and environment.

Studies have demonstrated that practicing mindfulness can dramatically lower stress and anxiety. Khoury et al. (2015) conducted a meta-analysis which revealed that mindfulness-based strategies were beneficial in reducing symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. The results were comparable to those of cognitive-behavioural treatment. This implies that integrating mindfulness into regular activities can improve emotional wellbeing and aid in stress management.
Additionally, mindfulness is good for your physical health. “According to a 2004 study by Carlson and colleagues, patients with breast cancer who engaged in mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) reported better immune system performance as well as lower stress and mood disorders. This suggests that resilience and general health can be enhanced by mindfulness”.

The capacity of mindfulness to foster emotional control and cognitive flexibility is what accounts for its efficacy. People can learn to manage stress and respond to problems more calmly and clearly by paying attention to their thoughts and feelings without acting on them.
Additionally, improved productivity and focus have been connected to mindfulness. According to a study by Mrazek et al. (2013), pupils’ reading comprehension and working memory were enhanced by mindfulness training. This shows that practicing mindfulness can enhance cognitive function and lessen daydreaming, both of which are beneficial in work and learning environments.
In conclusion, mindfulness is an effective technique that enhances awareness, lessens tension and anxiety, and improves both physical and mental health. Due of its many advantages, it’s a method that appeals to people looking to

References :

Khoury, B., Lecomte, T., Fortin, G., et al. (2015). Mindfulness-based therapy: A comprehensive meta-analysis. *

Clinical Psychology Review*, 33(6), 763-771.

Carlson, L. E., Speca, M., Patel, K. D., & Goodey, E. (2004). Mindfulness-based stress reduction in relation to quality of life, mood, symptoms of stress, and immune parameters in breast cancer outpatients. Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, 18(3), 287-296.

Mrazek, M. D., Franklin, M. S., Phillips, D. T., et al. (2013). Mindfulness training improves working memory capacity and GRE reading comprehension. Psychological Science, 24(5), 776-781.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12883107