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Focus Quote by Brené Brown

“Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment. Mindfulness also involves acceptance, meaning that we pay attention to our thoughts and feelings without judging them—without believing, for instance, that there’s…” quote by Brené Brown
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““Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment. Mindfulness also involves acceptance, meaning that we pay attention to our thoughts and feelings without judging them—without believing, for instance, that there’s a “right” or “wrong” way to think or feel in a given moment. When we practice mindfulness, our thoughts tune in to what we’re sensing in the present moment rather than rehashing the past or imagining the future.””

Brené Brown

About This Quote

Source Book: The Gifts of Imperfection, 2010

Mindfulness is non‑judgmental, present‑moment awareness of thoughts, feelings, and sensations, fostering acceptance.

In simple terms: Notice thoughts without judging them.

Key Takeaway

Practice present‑moment, without judgment.

Themes

mindfulness awareness acceptance

Mood

calm focused

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • stress reduction
  • therapy sessions
  • daily meditation

Key Concepts

psychology well‑being self‑compassion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does judgment affect your awareness?
  • What simple habit can you start to be more mindful?
A Different Perspective

It can be hard to maintain without consistent practice.

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