Types of approaches to mindfulness in young adults. Insights from original research
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https://doi.org/10.12775/RA.2025.011Keywords
mindfulness, practising mindfulness, early adulthoodAbstract
With the increasing interest in mindfulness (mindful presence) across various areas of human functioning, this paper presents findings from qualitative research on the understanding and practice of mindfulness among individuals in early adulthood. Considering both theoretical and practical aspects, four types of approaches to mindfulness are identified. Type A individuals can describe what mindfulness is and practise it; Type B individuals can describe what mindfulness is but do not practise it; Type C individuals cannot describe what mindfulness is but practise it; and Type D individuals cannot describe what mindfulness is and do not practise it.
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