Mindfulness instead of stress – does mindfulness practice help the brain and emotions

Mindfulness is a word that's been popping up more and more in the context of mental health, work, stress, and even leadership. Mindfulness is recommended by psychologists and implemented by companies. But what does it really mean? Can simply focusing on the here and now change our thoughts, reactions, and even the structure of our brains?

Anastasia Matusevych, a psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, told LIGA.net everything you need to know about mindfulness practice: how it works, what its power is, who it is suitable for, whether it really has a scientific basis — and where the limits of its effectiveness are.

What is mindfulness?

— Mindfulness translates as awareness — it is a state of focused, open attention to the present moment with curiosity and without judgment.