Mindful lives: a mindful inquiry approach to understanding the lived experience of mindfulness practices
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2010-02-03T17:24:08Z
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Hudson Breen, Rebecca E.
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Mindfulness-based inter\ interventions have been growing in popularity. and numerous quantitative studies have documented the effectiveness of such interventions in stress reduction and improving overall health and well-being. Relatively little research has been conducted to explore the lived experiences of individuals who practice mindfulness. The current research addressed the questions: (a) What is the lived experience of individuals who practice yoga and/or mindfulness for wellness. and (b) What is the role (if any) of shared experience (group practice) in mindfulness practices? Qualitative interviews were conducted with six females between 26-45 years of age. Findings in the areas of practitioners' experiences of mindfulness in formal practice. and the experience of mindfulness in relationships with the self. with others and with the environment are discussed. Implications for research and counselling practice are discussed. including the potential role of mindfulness in enhancing relationships.
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meditation, yoga