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Medical Teacher Jan 2022Medical educators' stressors continue to increase, and they increasingly find themselves removed from their learners. This distance is thought to contribute to the...
Medical educators' stressors continue to increase, and they increasingly find themselves removed from their learners. This distance is thought to contribute to the disenchantment many educators feel. The challenge for educators is to reengage with their learners and restore their satisfaction in teaching. Mindful teaching can help educators meet this challenge. Mindful teaching is not an instructional technique; rather, it is a way of being that the teacher embodies. Mindful teachers practice awareness, acceptance and curiosity. They recognize the needs of their learners, engaging with learners who are 'at the ready'; encouraging those who might not be engaged; and advocating for those who need support. These educators are less susceptible to burnout and help learners develop their own mindfulness. The Tips noted in this article can help educators make deeper connections with their learners, garner greater sense of personal accomplishment and become invigorated by their learners' achievements.
Topics: Humans; Mindfulness
PubMed: 33605834
DOI: 10.1080/0142159X.2021.1887466 -
Journal of Holistic Nursing : Official... Sep 2018The purpose of this article is to reflect on being mindful as a phenomenological attitude rather than on describing mindfulness as a therapeutic intervention. I will...
PURPOSE
The purpose of this article is to reflect on being mindful as a phenomenological attitude rather than on describing mindfulness as a therapeutic intervention. I will also explore the possibilities that being mindful might open up in relation to nursing research and holistic nursing.
DESIGN AND METHOD
I will describe and interpret mindfulness as a state of being by means of van Manen's phenomenological method, using the language of phenomenology rather than the language of reductionist science. Thus, this article can be considered a reflective narrative, describing both the process of orienting to the phenomenon, making preunderstandings-including own experiences of mindfulness-visible, and a thematic analysis of nine scientific articles describing the phenomenon.
FINDINGS
Being mindful as a phenomenological attitude can be described as a deliberate intentionality, where the person is present in the moment and open to what is going on, bridling personal values and accepting the unfamiliar, thus achieving a sense of being peacefully situated in the world, and able to apprehend one's being-in-the-world.
CONCLUSIONS
Being mindful as a phenomenological attitude can contribute not only to phenomenological nursing research but also support nurses' presence and awareness.
Topics: Attitude of Health Personnel; Humans; Mindfulness
PubMed: 28793814
DOI: 10.1177/0898010117724928 -
Explore (New York, N.Y.) 2022The present paper argues that if the so-called mindfulness movement is to reach its full potential it needs to emancipate from its religious context and ally itself...
The present paper argues that if the so-called mindfulness movement is to reach its full potential it needs to emancipate from its religious context and ally itself fully with psychological science. The argument that mindfulness meditation needs a religious context for ethical reasons is untenable. Although mindfulness skills may well be used for un-ethical purposes, this applies equally to both religious (e.g., Buddhist) and secular contexts, and is best handled by an open-minded philosophical-ethical discussion. One problem with present mindfulness-based treatments and mindfulness research is that they are still partly enmeshed with Buddhist conceptualizations of the world, which are thought to represent "seeing things as they are". If the full potential of mindfulness meditation is to be understood, research methods are needed which focus on the phenomenological practices involved in terms of psychological processes such as the regulation of attention and attitudes.
Topics: Attention; Buddhism; Humans; Meditation; Mindfulness; Religion and Psychology
PubMed: 34215529
DOI: 10.1016/j.explore.2021.06.003 -
Journal of Evidence-based Complementary... Jan 2015Mindfulness-based stress reduction training is attractive, but training with an expert teacher is often inconvenient and costly. This proof-of-concept project assessed... (Review)
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Mindfulness-based stress reduction training is attractive, but training with an expert teacher is often inconvenient and costly. This proof-of-concept project assessed the feasibility of providing a hybrid of free online mindfulness-based stress reduction training with small group peer facilitation. Six medical students asked a family medicine resident with 5 years of meditation experience but no formal training as a teacher to facilitate 8 weekly group sessions using a free online mindfulness-based stress reduction course. They completed pre- and posttraining questionnaires online. Six of the 7 trainees completed at least half the sessions. Completers and noncompleters had similar age (29 years), gender (about half male), and health status. Changes in the expected direction were observed for perceived stress, mindfulness, resilience, and confidence in providing calm, compassionate care. The hybrid of online mindfulness-based stress reduction training with peer support is feasible. Additional research is warranted to formally evaluate the impact of this approach.
Topics: Adult; Female; Humans; Internet; Male; Mindfulness; Psychotherapy, Group; Students, Medical
PubMed: 25305208
DOI: 10.1177/2156587214553306 -
Psychological Reports Dec 2023The current research examined mindfulness and implementation planning as practices that promote interpersonal forgiveness. A unique contribution of this work includes...
The current research examined mindfulness and implementation planning as practices that promote interpersonal forgiveness. A unique contribution of this work includes the investigation of motives and techniques that might promote both self-reported and behavioral forgiveness. Young adults ( = 80; = 19.2 years) completed a task in which a standardized, interpersonal transgression occurred without the participants' knowledge. Results indicate that individuals who received training in either a mindfulness practice (i.e., mindful breathing) or implementation planning practice (i.e., developing "if-then" plan statements) reported better overall mood following the standardized transgression. Interestingly, mindful breathing appeared to be the most beneficial practice to enhance positive attitudes toward the forgiveness process and promote self-reported and behavioral forgiveness. Findings are consistent with prior research investigating the effectiveness of mindful breathing and implementation planning following an actual interpersonal transgression. Implications as well as future research directions within the context of forgiveness and relationships are discussed.
Topics: Young Adult; Humans; Forgiveness; Interpersonal Relations; Self Report; Mindfulness; Affect
PubMed: 35514084
DOI: 10.1177/00332941221100450 -
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Oct 2022Mindfulness has recently been implemented by advanced military combatants, firefighters, and those in other very intellectually demanding and fast-paced professions. A... (Review)
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Mindfulness has recently been implemented by advanced military combatants, firefighters, and those in other very intellectually demanding and fast-paced professions. A surgeon, similarly, is faced with many difficult challenges, whether it be a complex and meticulous surgery, extensive clinical responsibilities, or simply the challenges faced in residency. In current curricula, there is no training to introspectively deal with these stressors. Regardless of what we face in our personal lives, the lives of patients are literately in our hands. Would it not be prudent and wise to train our brain to not only deliver care to our patients but also be able to take care of us and maybe even improve our performance? Regular practice of mindfulness has been shown to decrease rates of burnout, decrease medical errors, improve sleep, and even improve surgical performance. With the ever-changing pandemic situation and increasing stressors in the hospital, mindful meditation is perfectly primed to be added to our armamentarium as surgeons and physicians. This review aims to explain how mindfulness can enhance a surgeon's performance, mindset, interactions, and execution through a review of recent scientific advancements and evidence.
Topics: Brain; Burnout, Professional; Humans; Meditation; Mindfulness; Surgeons
PubMed: 35939647
DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000009500 -
Psychological Reports Apr 2023Emerging adulthood is often recognized as a time of uncertainty, confusion, pressure, and stress. This time period also coincides in the Western world with attending... (Review)
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Emerging adulthood is often recognized as a time of uncertainty, confusion, pressure, and stress. This time period also coincides in the Western world with attending college. Many emerging adults arrive at this developmental stage feeling the pressure and obligation for success, but lack the interpersonal resources needed to make required choices. The purpose of this study was to provide insight into the psychological and mental state of this particular group by focusing on mechanisms of self-awareness and its connection to psychological health. The present study examines whether an indirect path could explain the relationships between mindfulness, positive thinking, and positive affect. Path analysis was used to test whether decentering fosters positive thinking and positive affect. Participants were surveyed for dispositional mindfulness, frequency of positive and negative feelings, positive thinking, and rumination. Results show decentering mediates between mindfulness and positive affect but does not mediate between mindfulness and positive thinking. Rumination counteracts the effects of mindfulness and predicts negative affect.
Topics: Adult; Humans; Mindfulness; Emotions; Personality; Surveys and Questionnaires; Students
PubMed: 34970935
DOI: 10.1177/00332941211061705 -
International Journal of Environmental... Mar 2022The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between mindfulness practices and the psychological state and qualification of kyokushin karate athletes. The...
The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between mindfulness practices and the psychological state and qualification of kyokushin karate athletes. The survey was conducted using the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS-15) and the Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS-21). The study involved 371 Lithuanian kyokushin karate athletes (of which 59.3% were male and 40.7% were female; 71.4% of research participants have practiced this sport for 11 and more years and have the 1st dan or a higher belt). The results of the study showed a positive impact of mindfulness in reducing stress experienced by athletes, improving their psychological state, and enhancing their athletic performance. A moderate negative correlation was identified between stress, anxiety, and mindfulness, and while the mindfulness score was increasing, the severity level of depression was decreasing. Meanwhile, the correlation of the meditation effect and anxiety with kyokushin karate 0-7 kyu belt was very weak but statistically significant. The research results could be useful not only for athletes and their coaches but also for sports organizations. After analysing the benefits of mindfulness for kyokushin karate athletes, mindfulness practices are proposed for the effective improvement of athletes' physical and psychological state when preparing for professional-level competitions.
Topics: Anxiety; Athletes; Athletic Performance; Female; Humans; Male; Martial Arts; Mindfulness; Stress, Psychological
PubMed: 35409684
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19074001 -
Otolaryngology--head and Neck Surgery :... Aug 2018
Topics: Humans; Mentoring; Mentors; Mindfulness
PubMed: 30066621
DOI: 10.1177/0194599818776910 -
Clinical Psychology Review Jul 2019The benefits of empirically supported mindfulness-based programs (MBPs) are well documented, but the potential for harm has not been comprehensively studied. The... (Review)
Review
The benefits of empirically supported mindfulness-based programs (MBPs) are well documented, but the potential for harm has not been comprehensively studied. The available literature, although too small for a systematic review, suggests that the question of harm in MBPs needs careful attention. We argue that greater conceptual clarity will facilitate more systematic research and enable interpretation of existing findings. After summarizing how mindfulness, mindfulness practices, and MBPs are defined in the evidence-based context, we examine how harm is understood and studied in related approaches to physical or psychological health and wellbeing, including psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and physical exercise. We also review research on harmful effects of meditation in contemplative traditions. These bodies of literature provide helpful parallels for understanding potential harm in MBPs and suggest three interrelated types of factors that may contribute to harm and require further study: program-related factors, participant-related factors, and clinician- or teacher-related factors. We discuss conceptual issues and empirical findings related to these factors and end with recommendations for future research and for protecting participants in MBPs from harm.
Topics: Evidence-Based Practice; Humans; Mindfulness
PubMed: 30638824
DOI: 10.1016/j.cpr.2019.01.001