Not all mindfulness is the same – here’s why it matters for health and happiness

Mindfulness is taught everywhere, from schools to workplaces. But scientists define and measure it in very different ways. Here’s why that matters.

By: Ronald S. Green, Coastal Carolina University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: January 28, 2026

Words: 1,098

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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By Ronald S. Green, Coastal Carolina University

Over the past two decades, the concept of mindfulness has become hugely popular around the world. An increasingly ubiquitous part of society, it’s taught everywhere from workplaces and schools to sports programs and the military.

On social media, television and wellness apps, mindfulness is often shown as one simple thing – staying calm and paying attention to the moment.

Large companies like Google use mindfulness programs …

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