The Algorithms of Mindfulness.
Sci Technol Human Values June 22, 2021
The author argues that mindfulness can be understood as a set of cognitive algorithms—systematic mental processes—rather than a mystical or purely spiritual practice. By framing mindfulness practices like attention regulation and meta-cognition in computational terms, the paper proposes that these techniques can be studied and applied more rigorously across disciplines such as psychology and neuroscience. This perspective aims to bridge contemplative traditions with modern scientific frameworks, suggesting that viewing mindfulness as algorithmic may enhance its integration into therapeutic and educational settings.