Mindfulness is simply paying attention to what is happening in the present moment without judgement.
Some definitions include:
"Paying attention to something, in a particular way, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally" (Kabat-Zinn, 2003)
"Being aware of what's happening as it's happening" (Kaiser-Greenland, 2006)
Benefits of Mindfulness include:
In conjunction with the Second Step curriculum, mindfulness lessons are incorporated into this special and introduce students to breathing techniques, sensory awareness, understanding emotions, and compassion for others.