Jon Kabat-Zinn – Attitudes of Mindfulness (Part 1).

Jon Kabat-Zinn – Attitudes of Mindfulness (Part 1).

In this three-part series, the Moonshots Podcast takes a deep dive into the work of Jon Kabat-Zinn, the creator of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). This foundational framework—The 7 Attitudes of Mindfulness—offers practical, timeless guidance for living with greater awareness, clarity, and emotional intelligence.

Whether you're seeking more presence in your personal life, resilience in your work, or deeper insight into yourself, this series explores how to build those capacities through the simple, yet powerful principles of mindfulness.

Episode 280 – Part 1: Beginner’s Mind, Non-Judging, and Acceptance

In the first episode of the series, Mike and Mark unpack the first three attitudes in Jon Kabat-Zinn’s model. These core concepts help shape how we relate to ourselves, others, and the present moment.

1. Beginner’s Mind (Clip: 2m08)
Kabat-Zinn encourages us to approach each moment as if it were new, free from assumptions and past experiences. The idea is to cultivate a fresh, curious perspective—even toward familiar situations. This mindset opens the door to deeper learning, more meaningful relationships, and renewed appreciation for the everyday.

Key insight: When we let go of the belief that we already know, we create space for true discovery.

2. Non-Judging (Clip: 3m35)
Modern life trains us to evaluate everything constantly—our performance, thoughts, feelings, and the world around us. Kabat-Zinn teaches that non-judging is the practice of noticing these thoughts without getting caught up in them. It’s not about suppressing judgment but becoming aware of its automatic nature and choosing not to engage with it.

Key insight: By observing our thoughts without attaching labels, we create the mental freedom to respond instead of react.

3. Acceptance (Clip: 2m46)
Acceptance is often misunderstood as passivity. Kabat-Zinn reframes it as an active engagement with reality. Instead of resisting what is happening, we learn to meet it fully. This doesn’t mean we approve of everything—it means we begin with clarity and honesty, which is the first step toward meaningful change.

Key insight: Acceptance allows us to stop fighting reality and start responding to it with intention.

Why These Attitudes Matter

Beginner’s mind, non-judging, and acceptance form the bedrock of a mindful life. Practiced together, they help reduce stress, increase self-awareness, and improve emotional regulation. These are not abstract ideas—they are habits of attention and perception that anyone can develop.

This episode offers real-world reflections and actionable takeaways to begin integrating mindfulness into your daily routine.

Coming Soon in the Series

  • Episode 281 (Part 2): Patience, Trust, and Non-Striving
  • Episode 282 (Part 3): Letting Go and Gratitude

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Cal Newport - Deep Work

Cal Newport - Deep Work

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Simon Sinek - Find your Why

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Simon Sinek - Leaders Eat Last

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Simon Sinek is fast becoming a leading thinker of our time. He motivates his audience by thinking differently about how we behave and how we lead companies. His books and videos top their respective lists and our first profile of Sinek was well received by our listeners. That's why we've dedicated 5 shows to each of his books. So settle in for a deep dive into the world of Simon Sinek. Let’s start this journey with his first book Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action. Get Leaders Eat Last from Amazonhttps://geni.us/LeaderseatlastGet the summary via Blinkisthttps://blinkist.o6eiov.net/gbn1X0Become a Moonshot Memberhttps://www.patreon.com/Moonshots Thanks to our monthly supporters Mike Edwin Deitch Jamie Dorward Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verkaart Andy Pilara ola Austin Hammatt Zachary Phillips Mike Leigh Cooper Gayla Schiff Laura KE Roar Nikolay Ytre-Eide Stef Roger von Holdt venkata reddy Ingram Casey Ola rahul grover Ravi Govender Craig Lindsay Steve Woollard Deborah Spahr Samoela Jo Hatchard Kalman Cseh Berg De Bleecker Paul Acquaah MrBonjour Konnor Ah kuoi Marjan Modara Dietmar Baur Bob Nolley ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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Simon Sinek - Start with Why

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Simon Sinek is fast becoming a leading thinker of our time. He motivates his audience by thinking differently about how we behave and how we lead companies. His books and videos top their respective lists and our first profile of Sinek was well received by our listeners. That's why we've dedicated 5 shows to each of his books. So settle in for a deep dive into the world of Simon Sinek. Let’s start this journey with his first book Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action. Follow us on for more insights into innovation: -- https://www.facebook.com/moonshotsio/ -- https://www.linkedin.com/company/moonshotsio/ -- https://twitter.com/moonshotsio -- https://www.pinterest.com.au/moonshotsio/ -- https://www.instagram.com/moonshotsio/ -- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGqs7VdIufLYNWnzZYuVaTA/videos Thanks to our monthly supporters Mike Edwin Deitch Jamie Dorward Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verkaart Andy Pilara ola Austin Hammatt Zachary Phillips Mike Leigh Cooper Gayla Schiff Laura KE Roar Nikolay Ytre-Eide Stef Roger von Holdt venkata reddy Ingram Casey Ola rahul grover Ravi Govender Craig Lindsay Steve Woollard Deborah Spahr Samoela Jo Hatchard Kalman Cseh Berg De Bleecker Paul Acquaah MrBonjour Konnor Ah kuoi Marjan Modara Dietmar Baur Bob Nolley ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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