Mindfulness resources
Mindfulness — the practice of focusing your attention on the present — may seem like a simple concept, but it isn't always easy to grasp, at least at first. Many people start by taking a class, but you can also learn on your own with the help of books, tapes, and information found on the Web. Here are some suggestions for where to look.
Web sites
Center for Mindfulness in
Medicine, Health Care and Society
University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA
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