Uploaded April 2018 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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The term mindfulness is a translation of the Pali term sati, and simply means a state of being conscious or aware. Once mastered, mindfulness can lead to the complete freedom from suffering, regardless of one’s life situation. In this episode, Washington University neurosurgeons at Barnes-Jewish Hospital discuss different coping mechanisms, including mindfulness, and how they can help patients during intense treatment.

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