Attitudes Of Mindfulness | Non-Judgment

The first in our series of The Attitudes of Mindfulness. There is a short talk, followed by a lightly guided meditation.

Non-judgment is approaching each moment of experience with curiosity. It fosters leaning into the unknown, and questioning what we think we know. It helps to loosen the bonds of habit, making room for more creative choices that judgments may prevent us from seeing.

This does not mean we can’t think, evaluate, or make decisions. Non-judgment is not non-discernment. If anything, the curiosity of non-judgment relieves us from the limitations that value judgments and bias impose on our perception of the world.

Reflection and Sharing
Can you recall a time you were sure you knew something, only to discover you were wrong?
What was that like?
What if your attitude had been one of curiosity instead of certainty?