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Selects: How Mindfulness Works

Stuff You Should Know

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Mindfulness and the Movies

In this chapter, the speakers humorously explore the intersection of a new movie and the concept of mindfulness, sharing entertaining behind-the-scenes stories. They trace the origins of mindfulness back to the ancient term 'sati' and discuss its implications in the context of suffering and desire. The conversation reflects on the evolution and secularization of mindfulness practices in modern culture, emphasizing the importance of experiencing the present moment without judgment.

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