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How Mindfulness Works

Stuff You Should Know

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Mindfulness Unveiled

This chapter explores the essence of mindfulness, emphasizing non-judgment and its historical roots in Buddhist teachings. The speakers humorously intertwine pop culture with a deeper understanding of mindfulness as 'memory of the present' and its relevance in modern life. They discuss the challenges of practicing mindfulness amidst human tendencies and frame it as a path toward enlightenment and liberation from suffering.

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