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Our mind has the ability to process 126 pieces of information every second
misconceptions
Most people do not view mindfulness in the way previously described. Instead, “mindfulness meditation” conjures up immediate images of people sitting on cushions for hours in lotus pose with a humming sound being released with each breath. While some mindfulness experiences involve these qualities, many others do not. Alongside these aforementioned images are common misconceptions: “meditation is too difficult,” “ I can’t do it,” “I don’t have time,” and “I don't see the point.” These excuses are unfounded because mindfulness easily integrates into any aspect of life. Mindfulness can be
be practiced through meditation in a quiet room, but is more commonly practiced while walking, driving, in crowded places, in moments of frustration, or at the grocery store. Put simply, mindfulness is wherever you are at the moment. The purpose of mindfulness is not relaxation, inner oneness, or symptom relief, although these are all possible side effects of mindfulness practice. The purpose of mindfulness is to build greater awareness of the “here and now,” a greater awareness of the changing moment-to-moment experience of our minds and bodies.