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In the previous article, “Resilience Eats Motivation for Breakfast,”<\/a> we put motivation in its place and shed light on the unsung hero that is mindful resilience. Today, we’re getting down and dirty with the first essential component of mindful resilience: practicing mindfulness. Hi, I’m Andr\u00e9 van Kempen, your guide through the treacherous world of self-awareness and mindfulness for techies. Buckle up, because we’re about to make mindfulness cool (or at least less boring).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mindfulness, an ancient Buddhist practice that somehow went mainstream, has become the hipster’s antidote to the chaos of modern life. But guess what? It actually works. By being fully present and paying attention to your thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations without judgment, you can reduce stress, increase focus, and improve your overall well-being. Yeah, science!<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the tech world, focus and adaptability are more valuable than a lifetime supply of energy drinks. 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