Equitable Mindfulness: The practice of mindfulness for all
Tara G Bautista1, Tiara A Cash2, Terence Meyerhoefer3
1Yale Stress Center, Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
Journal of Community Psychology
|February 12, 2022
Summary
Equitable Mindfulness seeks to broaden access to mindfulness benefits. Research found key themes like accessibility and inclusivity are crucial for making mindfulness programs available to all communities.
Area of Science:
- Mind-Body Practices
- Health Equity
- Community Psychology
Background:
- Mindfulness benefits are widely recognized but unequally distributed.
- Existing mindfulness programs may not reach diverse populations effectively.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the concept of Equitable Mindfulness.
- To identify systemic barriers to equitable access in mindfulness programs.
- To understand community perspectives on inclusive mindfulness.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study using in-depth interviews with 21 participants.
- Constant comparison method for thematic analysis of interview data.
- Conducted during a 2-day mindfulness conference.
Main Results:
- Five dominant themes emerged: inherent equitability, accessibility, inclusiveness, awareness and knowledge-sharing, and acknowledgement of multiple perspectives.
- The term 'Equitable Mindfulness' can foster research into inclusive practices.
- Participants highlighted the need for accessible and equitable mindfulness training.
Conclusions:
- Developing an applicable term for inclusive mindfulness can advance research.
- Future initiatives must prioritize equitable and accessible mindfulness programs for all demographics.
- Addressing socioeconomic status, race/ethnicity, and abilities is vital for true mindfulness equity.
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