Dictionary.com, for example, defines it as "being conscious or aware of something ... achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings [and] thoughts." Given this definition, it's not surprising that many people equate mindfulness with meditation, where people focus on clearing their minds of extraneous thoughts to achieve a calm but alert mental state. In fact, many people use mindfulness and meditation interchangeably.
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