World religions · Modern paths & practices

Mindfulness & secular meditation 마음챙김과 세속 명상

Paying attention, on purpose and without judgement, to this moment. Stripped of religious belief, it is used in hospitals, schools and workplaces for stress, pain and attention — and is a door many people walk through towards older traditions.

OriginWorldwide, drawing on Buddhist practice
WhenFrom the 1970s
TextsNo scripture; research and teaching programmes such as MBSR

A practice you can try today

Three minutes of breath awareness, body scan, mindful walking, a gratitude note before sleep.

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A short introduction written by CavePray from the sources below — not the official voice of any tradition. Follower numbers are rounded estimates that differ by survey. Tell us if something should be corrected.

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