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I am not sure mindfulness falls into 'positive psychology'. Accepting things for what they are, seems neutral to me.

• Disruptive_Dave 10y ago
  This. At least the mindfulness I practice (rooted in Buddhist teachings, not tied to them however) is definitely not driven by an expected outcome of "positivity." Oddly enough, this has led me to a more positive outlook, generally speaking.
  • davidjnelson 10y ago
    That's a great insight. When you experience the truth of yourself, you experience the joy in it. Not because you are "trying to find joy". It's more realizing the joy you already are. Or that's been my experience with meditation and mindfulness at least.