Mindfulness 1 Running Head: MINDFULNESS: A CHRISTIAN CRITIQUE Mindfulness: A Christian Critique
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Mindfulness, which is derived from Zen Buddhist meditational practices, has enjoyed increasing popularity in recent times. Research on the effectiveness of mindfulness is briefly described along with an introduction to the definition, practice and possible mechanisms of mindfulness. A Christian critique is then applied, carefully assessing the usefulness as well as potential limitations and weaknesses of mindfulness.
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تاریخ انتشار 2005