inward attention
[ˈɪn.wərd əˈtɛn.ʃən]
noun
atenção voltada para dentro
1. The act of focusing one's conscious awareness on internal mental states, emotions, sensations, or thoughts rather than external stimuli or events
Through meditation, she developed inward attention to understand her emotional patterns.
Através da meditação, ela desenvolveu atenção voltada para dentro para entender seus padrões emocionais.
2. A psychological state of introspection where one deliberately directs mental focus toward self-examination and inner awareness
The therapy session encouraged inward attention to identify limiting beliefs.
A sessão de terapia encorajou a atenção voltada para dentro para identificar crenças limitantes.
3. In contemplative or spiritual practices, the deliberate redirection of awareness from the external world to internal consciousness
Inward attention is central to many Eastern meditation practices.
A atenção voltada para dentro é central em muitas práticas meditativas orientais.
In Brazil, particularly in the context of psychology, spirituality, and personal development, 'atenção voltada para dentro' is increasingly used with the rise of mindfulness practices and therapy culture. In the USA, 'inward attention' is commonly associated with meditation, yoga, and wellness movements. The term reflects a growing cultural emphasis on mental health and self-awareness in both countries.
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