Mindfulness is a Mind + Body Medicine
Various forms of mindfulness practices in all major world religious traditions and spiritual traditions have been used for hundred of years.
What is mindfulness? It is a non judgmental moment to moment awareness.
Benefits of Mindfulness:
Stress Reduction
Enhances Focus
Better Memory
Higher Cognitive Flexibility
Increased Emotional Regulation
Decreased Anxiety
Increased Empathy
Mindfulness is a practice - you get "stronger" overtime.