Unveiling the Dubious Foundations of Mindfulness: A Philosopher's Perspective

A philosopher from the University of Copenhagen challenges the core principles of mindfulness, cautioning against unexamined philosophical assumptions and potential oversimplifications. While mindfulness therapy has gained popularity and offers benefits for stress management, the philosopher argues that the underlying assumptions about human beings and their relationship to the world should be critically examined. The philosopher questions the idea of viewing thoughts and emotions as passing clouds, the focus on individual attention without addressing wider structural problems, and the notion of living solely in the present moment. The critique highlights the need for a deeper examination of mindfulness practices and their philosophical foundations.