Mindfulness: in essence it's all about the right intention
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Mindfulness is mainly an ambiguous concept. For example, mindfulness is explained in its own way within the different branches of Buddhism. However, all agree that mindfulness is permeated with morality and is connected to the heart. This is something that is not apparent in the everyday interpretation of the concept, nor in its application. Mindfulness is in many cases applied with a view to achieving a certain result, such as 'getting into balance' and 'finding mental peace'. This ignores the deeper essence that underlies mindfulness and thus also what mindfulness really aims for. Those who want to be more mindful in life would do well to emphasize cultivating the heart. What does that mean?
Mindfulness in modern society
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Mindfulness is increasingly used on a therapeutic basis and within coaching trajectories. Apparently, it has increasingly acquired an independent goal within care and welfare institutions, but also with independently established help, namely: the removal of anxiety and stress complaints.
Work with the right intention in mindfulness
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Make sure that the intention with which you practice mindfulness plays the leading role in deepening mindfulness. Because it is precisely this intention that ultimately pays off. Do you only rely on a certain result? Then you will sometimes be disappointed. Because the result is variable and to that extent always unpredictable.
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11 minMain dishpeanut oil, tofu stir-fry cubes finely seasoned, stir fry sauce sweet and sour, thick noodles, carrot julienne, beetroot julienne, yellow bell pepper, watercress,rainbow salad with tofu -
45 minMain dishRed cabbage, mild olive oil, quinoa plus, forest outing, lemon, sesame oil, soy sauce less salt, Bio Today tahini white in pot, tap water,grilled red cabbage with quinoa salad -
30 minDessertBrie, Roquefort, port salut, gruyere, Camembert, walnut, garlic, thyme, honey, grape, baguette, Red onion, red grape, raisins, Red wine, Red wine vinegar, Brown sugar,generous cheese plate with onion marmalade -
30 minDessertFull Milk, whipped cream, macaroon, custard powder, vanilla sugar, sugar, protein, amaretto, almond liqueur, basic recipe cooking pears,macaroon pastry with casserole
Morality and mindfulness
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Mindfulness and morality go hand in hand, so to speak. The Buddhist practice of life, in which proper attention is part of the eightfold path, is based on morality. We need to be morally aware of our actions and behavior. It is not without reason that the Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Han wrote in 1998 that: the training of mindfulness should be embedded in the training in morality - this is where the intention comes in.
The foundation of mindfulness
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As you delve into the literature on Buddhism you will find that the concept of mindfulness is imbued with elements of love, equanimity and clear understanding. These three elements together form the foundation of mindfulness.
Attention
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When you do not mention the elements love, equanimity and clear understanding in the same breath with the explanation of what mindfulness is, mindfulness can be interpreted as a neutral concept, placing it in a context in which it is associated with mere 'being attentive'.
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5 minDrink without alcoholbananas, cool fresh apple-pear raspberry juice, Soy drink vanilla,soy fruit shake -
20 minMain dishsauerkraut, sticking potato, liquid baking product, half-to-half minced, Spice meatballs, pineapple, olive oil, liquid baking product,gratin sauerkraut dish with minced meat -
40 minMain dishlemongrass, fresh ginger, Red peppers, onions, tomato cubes, fresh cod fillet, coriander, oil, ground turmeric (koenjit), coconut milk, salt,fish in creamy coconut sauce -
15 minSide dishsweet potato, soft goat cheese, egg, spring / forest onion,stuffed sweet potato with egg
Cultivating the Heart
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As mentioned, the practice of mindfulness is about cultivating a loving and equanimity attitude. This is only possible when mindfulness is used to connect with the heart.
Practice heartfulness
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Every class in mindfulness is about cultivating the heart and practicing so-called 'heartfelt mindfulness' or 'heartfulness', a term coined in the literature to indicate that mindfulness together goes with developing and opening up the heart. Therein lies the true potential of what mindfulness can do for a person's well-being.
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Every class in mindfulness is about cultivating the heart and practicing so-called 'heartfelt mindfulness' or 'heartfulness', a term coined in the literature to indicate that mindfulness together involves developing and opening up the heart. Therein lies the true potential of what mindfulness can do for one's well-being.