03/06/2025
What most people don’t understand about Mindfulness…
The number one misconception is – “Mindfulness is about stopping thoughts or having a blank mind.”
I often hear people say, “I’ve tried mindfulness, but I can’t stop thinking—so I guess it’s not for me.”
This is one of the most common misunderstandings—and it can be a real barrier for people who might actually benefit the most.
And this is why it can be really helpful to train with an experienced teacher.
Here’s the truth:
Mindfulness isn’t about stopping thoughts, having a blank mind, or achieving any kind of “special state.”
It’s about noticing when we’re distracted, and gently bringing our attention back to something steady—like the breath, or the feeling of your body sitting on a chair (there are many possible anchor points).
Doing this—again and again—changes our relationship with our thoughts, and over time, it can literally change the brain.
Your attention system strengthens—like a mental muscle.
Your amygdala (the brain’s stress alarm) becomes less reactive.
You build more emotional resilience and focus.
That’s the essence of mindfulness—not mind-emptying, but mind-strengthening.
