It’s a good idea to define mindfulness and why it’s important to practice it. It is equally important to highlight how limiting words can be. Consider for a moment, the word ‘cup’. If asked to bring to mind the image of a cup, it is highly probable that of 25 people, there would be 25 slightly different images. Perhaps some would picture the sippy cup they just served juice for their toddler, or the wine glass they’re currently sitting with to relax after a long day. Some people will visualize in great detail by having a particular color come up for them, while some will consider a container with a specific shape. Yet and still, each image could indeed be that of a cup. And so, I offer this consideration when simply defining mindfulness. It is this open-mindedness that becomes important when discovering what is to be gained from developing a regular, personal practice. Laurie Cameron, author of the book, “ The Mindful Day: Practical Way...