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What Is “mindfulness” Therapy?

Question by kimpenn09: What is “mindfulness” therapy?
I am seeing a new therapist next week who practices, as one of his methods of therapy, “mindfulness.” I believe this is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy but would like to know more.
Please do not simply cut and paste from Wikipedia; I want to hear from people who are genuinely familiar with the treatment.
No, really, please don’t answer if you don’t know what you’re talking about.

Best answer:

Answer by naguru
To be alert. Or to be fully aware.

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