Character Strengths and Mindfulness - What's the Link?

For anyone familiar with strengths-based practice (take VIA's free strength survey if you are interested - https://www.viacharacter.org/survey/account/register in learning about your own strengths) you may be interested to know that the scientific definition of mindfulness involves self-regulation and curiosity.

The research consensus is that at the core of the practice of mindfulness is:

1.) The self-regulation of our attention along with

2.) an attitude of curiosity, openness, and acceptance.

So, want to practice mindfulness today? Do two things:

1.) “Catch AP-ASAP.” This means “catch auto-pilot as soon as possible.” Our minds are more away than present. Autopilot is pervasive. A first step in cultivating greater mindfulness is to first notice that your mind has wandered off. The sooner you notice this, the more effective you will be in practicing mindfulness.

2.) Deliberately practice self-regulation and curiosity today!