Mindfulness Flashcards
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mindfulness
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‘the awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgementally’ (Kabat-Zinn, 2003)
‘mindfulness is a flexible state of mind in which we are actively engaged in the present, noticing new things & sensitive to context’ (Langer, 2000)
2
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Langers vs Kabat-Zinn definition of mindfulness
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3
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mindless vs mindfulness
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4
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Flow Model
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5
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benefits of mindfulness (psychological, cognitive & physical)
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6
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choking
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happens when athletes are under pressure (causing increased anxiety & tensions)
7
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‘reinvesting’ to overcome hiccups in performance
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- athletes can attempt to consciously control automated movements (reinvest)
- mindfulness can reduce anxiety & help retain focus
