--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: We invite mindfulness when the doing is…" description: "\"“We invite mindfulness when the doing is, or is at least treated as, the desired result.”\" — Mokokoma Mokhonoana" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/bc1/mokokoma-mokhonoana-195_be-here-now_we-invite-mindfulness-when-the-doing-is_3041675.jpg" --- # We invite mindfulness when the doing is, or is at least… ![“We invite mindfulness when the doing is, or is at least treated as, the desired result.” quote by Mokokoma Mokhonoana](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/bc1/mokokoma-mokhonoana-195_be-here-now_we-invite-mindfulness-when-the-doing-is_3041675.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/bc1/mokokoma-mokhonoana-195_be-here-now_we-invite-mindfulness-when-the-doing-is_3041675.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/bc1/mokokoma-mokhonoana-195_be-here-now_we-invite-mindfulness-when-the-doing-is_3041675.jpg) > ““We invite mindfulness when the doing is, or is at least treated as, the desired result.”” [Mokokoma Mokhonoana](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/mokokoma-mokhonoana/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Mindfulness should be the goal itself, not just a means to an end. **In simple terms:** Mindfulness as the desired outcome. Key Takeaway Make mindfulness the aim. Themes mindfulness goal‑setting intentionality Mood thoughtful calm Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - workplace focus - education - personal growth - stress management Key Concepts psychology spirituality habit formation Questions to Reflect On - How can you integrate mindfulness into daily tasks? - What does “desired result” mean to you? 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