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select mindfully

[sɪˈlɛkt ˈmaɪndfəli]
verb phrase
selecionar conscientemente
1. to choose something carefully and deliberately with full awareness and intention
When shopping, try to select mindfully rather than making impulse purchases.
Ao fazer compras, tente selecionar conscientemente em vez de fazer compras por impulso.
2. to pick or choose with conscious attention to the present moment and its implications
She decided to select mindfully from the menu, considering both nutrition and satisfaction.
Ela decidiu selecionar conscientemente do cardápio, considerando tanto a nutrição quanto a satisfação.
Synonyms
choose deliberatelypick consciouslyselect intentionallychoose with awarenessselect thoughtfully
Antonyms
select impulsivelychoose carelesslypick randomlyselect thoughtlessly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
selecionar conscientemente
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
escolher com atenção plena
mindfulness terminology more prevalent in urban centers
Portugal
selecionar conscientemente
standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a mindful choice
choose with intention
pick deliberately
be present in your selection
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