Mindfulness

Reflection

Mindfulness is based on an attitude. As one of the core elements for understanding psychology throughout the reading, mindfulness is based on a response to situations. As Biswas-Diener et al. (2011) recognize, there are various approaches in recognizing and appreciating internal strength. Positive psychology is based on a positive outlook. Mindfulness is based on the capacity to think about situations before they occur, understand how one wants to respond, and then coordinate a response using critical methods of thinking. As Davidson & Dahl (2018) evaluate, there can be challenges from the perspective of the psychologist. Consider a client who does not want to use mindfulness as a tool. Now, this client is limiting his or her potential. In my personal life, and in my professional life, I have witnessed those unwilling to change. They know they are problematic. They are told they are lacking certain skills. Most importantly, they are not without an understanding of the potential to change. Yet, they abandon this responsibility and are unwilling to set goals. They would rather be indifferent than mindful. The critical goals aligned with mindfulness are particularly important in a psychological foundation, whether one is in the workplace or a social setting. I have seen this in action in both settings.

References

Biswas-Diener, R., Kashdan, T.B., & Minhas, G. (2011). A dynamic approach to psychological

strength development and intervention. Journal of Positive Psychology, 6, 106-118.

Davidson, R. J., & Dahl, C. J. (2018). Outstanding challenges in scientific research on

mindfulness and meditation. Perspectives on Psychological Science, 13(1), 62-65.