Unconsciously Research Articles

The Effect of Hypnobirthing Method to Prevent Imminent Prematural Delivery Through Reducing Stress Levels in Factory Working Mothers

Every day, a total of 800 women die from complications that occur during pregnancy and childbirth. Preterm birth is a major challenge in perinatal health care. In the United States, one in eight babies (12%) is born prematurely; of these, 80% are born at 32-36 weeks of gestation and 20% are born at 22-32 weeks. Premature babies (<32 weeks) are at increased risk of neonatal mortality and morbidity. One of the factors causing premature birth is antenatal depression. A systematic review of studies conducted in developed and low-income countries reported the prevalence of antenatal depression in the range of 5% to 30% and 15.6% to 31.1%). Increased risk of premature birth 1.2 times premature birth and 1.3 times risk of low birth weight. Sociodemographic factors play a major role in the incidence of imminent premature labor. The results of a study in 2014 showed that 54.8% of mothers giving birth at Sidoarjo Regional Hospital had a heavy workload. The results of the study showed that there was a relationship between the workload of pregnant women and the incidence of preterm labor with a p value = 0.008 (P <0.05). Pregnant women with heavy workloads are caused by mothers having jobs with a shift work system, long working hours >7 hours/day or >49 hours/week, working in factories with an average break time of 1 hour and activities such as lifting or pushing goods. In addition, after working outside the home, mothers still do household chores such as cooking, sweeping, washing without the help of others. The reason mothers work on average is to help the family economy. Other factors are anxiety in pregnancy, health risks, domestic violence, length of work per day, nutritional factors during work, length of rest at work, partner support, household income, mother's education level, mother's age, parity Hypnobirthing relaxation provides positive suggestions to the mother. This suggestion changes beta brain waves (conscious mind) into alpha waves (unconscious mind) in the cerebral cortex, then a sensory association process occurs which causes stimuli to be analyzed, understood and arranged into an object and the meaning of the stimulus. The provision of one hypnosis session referring to The Creative Psychosocial Genomic Healing Experience protocol can significantly increase immediate-early gene expression (Zif-268), increase stem cell activity, reduce stress and inflammation at the cellular level. This study aims to explain the effectiveness of the influence of hypnobirthing on reducing the scale of depression in Partus Prematurus Imminens. The expected benefits in this study are to develop the potential for preventing premature labor with the hypnobirthing method.

What does mediumship tell us about the mind beyond the brain?

Mediums are individuals who claim to communicate with deceased persons or non-material beings. Rigorous studies have reported that mediums can provide accurate anomalous information (i.e. information not obtained through the conventional senses or inferential reasoning). This paper reviews the evidence about these claims and explores the main conventional explanatory hypotheses: fraud, sitter’s gullibility and wishful thinking, lucky chance, medium’s mental disorder, and involuntary personification of the unconscious mind. Additionally, we examine non-conventional explanations, specifically the hypothesis of the mind beyond the brain, highlighting the types of evidence that mediumship studies provide to support the existence of a mind independent of the physical brain. Through a critical analysis of both conventional and non-conventional explanations, this paper aims to contribute to the understanding of mediumship and its potential implications for our comprehension of consciousness and the mind-brain problem.

The Antecedents of the Experience of Light in Dreams

The experience of inner light and ecstasy is widely accepted as a universal mystical experience, regardless of cultural or religious context. While one can read first-hand accounts in the historical record, the direct experience of light remains elusive for most people. This study analyzes a series of dream-based experiences of light provided by a single subject. In our analysis of 19 dreams, we pursue a process-oriented, relational analysis based on co-creative dream theory, which views the dream as an interactive experience in real time rather than a fixed product of the unconscious mind. By analyzing dreams as relational events, in which the metaphoric content emerges alongside the dreamer’s responses, we see how the dream ego influences the outcome through feelings, choices, and reactions. Through this analysis, we identify an array of subjective antecedents to the experience of light and provide a potential avenue of access to the core mystical experience.

Unveiling the Biography of Sigmund Freud With Pediatric Dentistry Insights.

Born in Freiberg, Moravia (now the Czech Republic), Austrian psychiatrist Sigmund Freud was the forerunner of psychoanalysis, a ground-breaking approach to understanding the human mind. Originally studying neurology at the University of Vienna, Freud soon became fascinated with the psychological origins of mental illness.He developed theories on repression, the unconscious mind, and the significance of dreams because he saw dreams as windows into hidden conflicts and impulses. Freud developed the theory and asserted that unconscious impulses, especially those related to sexuality, have a major impact on human conduct. Dream analysis and free association were among his innovative methods that helped modern psychotherapy come to pass. Though they were attacked and divisive, Freud's theories had a major impact on humanities, psychology, and psychiatry. His studies on the human mind challenged conventional wisdom and offered innovative insights into mental health. Freud's writings continue to inspire research and debate; his effect on popular and scholarly opinion attests to his ongoing legacy.

An Analyst's Hallucination as a Manifestation of Osmotic Communication.

This article conveys the psychoanalyst's hallucinatory experience during a session with a patient who experienced premature birth trauma. Engaging with the patient's primal fears of disappearance and confusion with the object through hallucinosis initiated the analyst's engagement with her own trauma. The concept of osmotic communication within the patient-analyst relationship is viewed as central to description and understanding of the primal dialogue of two unconscious minds. The filtration of psychic content from the patient's to the analyst's unconscious is facilitated by the semipermeable membrane of analyst's receptivity. As a recipient, the analyst embodies and processes the patient's unmentalized experiences in a transformative manner.

Paprika: Journey of Characters' Dissociative Psyches to Integration Through Freudian Analysis

Paprika is a film that intricately explores the boundaries between dreams and reality, drawing heavily on Freudian psychoanalytic theory. This paper examines how the film employs the characters' dreams to investigate their unconscious minds, reflecting hidden desires and internal conflicts. By focusing on three primary characters--Chiba Atsuko, Officer Konakawa, and the Chairman--the analysis highlights the film's portrayal of identity and self-discovery through the process of psychological integration. Chiba's dual persona, Paprika, exemplifies the dynamic interplay between the id, ego, and superego, while Konakawa's journey illustrates his reconciliation with his fragmented self. Conversely, the Chairman's quest for control symbolizes his illusion of freedom and ultimate failure to achieve integration. The paper argues that Paprika ultimately conveys a profound message about the necessity of integrating disparate aspects of the self to attain personal growth and healing, resonating with broader themes of mental health, creativity, and the blurred lines between virtual and real worlds.

THE PROTAGONIST IN KAVITA KANE'S NOVEL "KARNA'S WIFE: THE OUTCAST'S QUEEN" FACES SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL CHALLENGES - AN ANALYTICAL INVESTIGATION

This study analyses the socio-psychological challenges encountered by the protagonist in Kavita Kane's novel "Karna's Wife: The Outcast's Queen," exploring the factors contributing to the socio-psychological difficulties faced by marginalised individuals throughout the historical era portrayed in the book. This study aims to investigate the existing social circumstances during that period and evaluate their influence on causing psychological discomfort in the main character. The Freudian psychological perspective asserts that the source of psychological distress is located in the unconscious mind, while the Marxist perspective argues that it is grounded in the current material circumstances of social existence. The use of the Marxist literary critical approach is crucial for doing this research, as it allows for the analysis of the dialectical relationship between the human psyche and the prevailing social relations during that period. It is said that social discriminations can have negative effects on persons' socio-psychological well-being, and this was also the case for Karna.

Manipualtive Use of Metaphors in Economic Media Articles

As the theory of cognitive linguistics claims, metaphors shape not just our communication, but also the way we think and act in our everyday life. On the other hand, economic theory is based on the use of metaphors and figurative thinking. The aim of this article is to describe the usage of some cognitive metaphors in economic texts in Bulgarian online media. The object of cognitive and discourse analysis are economic media articles published 2020-2023 on the Internet. Media often use metaphors and figurative language not only to amuse their audiences but also to influence the unconscious mind of the people.

The Unconscious Conflicts, Desires, and Traumas in Selected Contemporary Short Stories in the Philippines

This analysis investigated the application of psychoanalytic theory to unveil the unconscious motivations and inner struggles within characters of contemporary Philippine short stories. Inspired by Freud's concept of the unconscious mind, the study examined how seemingly trivial actions, dreams, and dialogue exposed hidden desires and conflicts. It further explored how characters grapple with past traumas, a core concept in psychoanalysis. This analysis employed a direct content analysis approach to explore how contemporary Philippine short stories depict unconscious conflicts, desires, and traumas. The concise format of short stories was advantageous, allowing for a focused examination of characters' inner lives and the subtle clues revealing hidden desires, conflicts, and fears. Purposive sampling identified works that demonstrably engaged with these themes. A close reading of the chosen stories followed, meticulously examining the text for key elements and recurring patterns. Thematic analysis techniques were then used to identify and analyze these recurring themes. Literary devices like dreams, symbols, and free indirect discourse were pinpointed within the stories, as they offer insights into unconscious motivations. Researchers then analyzed how these devices connect to relevant psychoanalytic concepts, including Freudian theory of the unconscious, unresolved traumas, and defense mechanisms. Recognizing the study's focus on the Philippines, the analysis likely considered the influence of societal expectations and traditions on the characters' unconscious conflicts. This involved examining how the specific cultural context shapes the stories' portrayals of the unconscious mind. By examining language, dreams, fantasies, and behaviors, psychoanalytic therapy sheds light on underlying conflicts, desires, and defense mechanisms influencing an individual's psychology. This study focused specifically on three elements of the unconscious: conflicts, desires, and traumas. Analyzing literary works demonstrated how these unconscious forces significantly impact thoughts, feelings, and actions. However, the analysis acknowledged limitations such as subjective interpretations and confirmation bias. Further research exploring other aspects of the unconscious offered a more comprehensive understanding of these complex dynamics.

A Psychoanalytical Study of the Gothic Marine Locales in Herman Melville's Moby Dick

This research uncovers the Gothic elements interwoven with the Sublime in the maritime context of Herman Melville's "Moby Dick". Using Freud's psychoanalytical frameworks, the study examines the novel's sublime aspects and the psychological depths they signify. It draws on Lacan's and Burke's theories on the conscious and unconscious mind and the contrast between the beautiful and the sublime. These elements suggest deeper insights into Melville's psyche, with characters like Ishmael reflecting his narrative. The conclusion posits "Moby Dick" as an intricate interlacing of Gothic and sea-faring motifs that penetrate the human psyche, set against the ocean's expanse. The narrative aboard the Pequod encapsulates the collective human psyche, presenting a tableau of collective yearnings, fears, and fixations. The enigmatic Moby Dick stands as a symbol of nature's grandeur and humanity's relentless pursuit of the unfathomable, with otherworldly occurrences enhancing the story's spectral quality. The story's heart lies in the psychological journey, mainly through Ahab's quixotic quest for the whale, a metaphor for the human penchant for chasing the unreachable. The narrative is laden with symbolism, with the whale as the centerpiece of nature's wonder and the human quest for meaning. The plot navigates through moral ambiguities and deceit, providing depth to its characters. Themes of isolation and desolation are woven into the dangerous yet mesmerizing whaling backdrop, rendering a narrative rich in complexity and allure.

The process of harnessing solar power through the Ashwamedha Yagya.

The first Ashwamedha Yagya under the Dev Sanskriti Digvijay Abhiyan of the All World Gayatri Family took place in Jaipur, Rajasthan from November 7th to 10th, 1992. During the same period, the entire issue of the Akhand Jyoti magazine for the month of November 1992 was dedicated to the 'Ashwamedha Yagya'. This special edition is in itself a treatise, elucidating the true purpose and objective of the Ashwamedha based on scriptures, while resolving misconceptions from the past ages. Worship of the Sun has been fundamental to Indian culture, with the Gayatri mantra being the chant for the adoration of Surya (the Sun God). Understanding the connection between the Ashwamedha Yagya and Surya-Savitri is essential to grasp the purpose of the Ashwamedha ritual. There is a deep connection between the Ashwamedha process and Gayatri along with the Sun. According to the Ashwamedha section of the Shatapatha Brahmana (13/4/2/6), there is a provision for offering oblations to Savitri after reciting the Gayatri Mahamantra. The oblations offered through the worship of Gayatri Mahamantra fulfill the scientific aspect of the Yagya, purifying the societal consciousness. The scientific process of purifying the unconscious mind of the societal group through the Ashwamedha Yagya is elaborately explained in the November 1992 Akhand Jyoti special edition article titled 'The Process of Harnessing Solar Power through the Ashwamedha Yagya'. Therefore, this article is being reprinted here for the readers of 'Dev Sanskriti: An Interdisciplinary International Journal'.

Lavender Essential Oil Inhalation Improves Attentional Shifting and Accuracy: Evidence from Dynamic Changes of Cognitive Flexibility and Power Spectral Density of Electroencephalogram Signals.

Cognitive flexibility, a vital component of executive function, entails the utilization of extended brain networks. Olfactory stimulation has been shown to influence various brain functions, particularly cognitive performance. To investigate aroma inhalation's effects on brain activity dynamics associated with cognitive flexibility, 20 healthy adults were recruited to complete a set-shifting task during two experimental conditions: no aroma stimuli vs. lavender essential oil inhalation. Using Thomson's multitaper approach, the normalized power spectral density (NPSD) was assessed for five frequency bands. Findings confirm that aroma inhalation significantly affects behavioral indices (i.e., reaction time (RT) and response accuracy) and electroencephalogram (EEG) signatures, especially in the frontal lobe. Participants showed a tremendous increase in theta and alpha NPSD, associated with relaxation, along with beta NPSD, associated with clear and fast thinking after inhaling the aroma. NPSD of the delta band, an indicator of the unconscious mind, significantly decreased when stimulated with lavender essential oil. Further, participants exhibited shorter RT and more accurate responses following aroma inhalation. Our findings revealed significant changes in oscillatory power and behavioral performance after aroma inhalation, providing neural evidence that olfactory stimulation with lavender essential oil may facilitate cognitive flexibility.

Psychological Disposition in the Select Novels of Zadie Smith

Psychology and Philosophy are intertwined. Psychology deals with belief and feelings, which cannot be separated. Considering psychology, many writers adapted the idea of Sigmund Freud who explained about conscious and unconscious mind. The combination of Id, ego and super ego were accepted and this was blended in literature to describe various characters in their writings. Female and male writers tried to bring out various aspects of mind, emotions and feelings in their works. They tried to analyze the characters in depth and bring out the psychological aspects, which affects them. Various female writers in British Literature such as George Eliot, Agatha Christie, Charlotte Bronte, Emily Bronte were all brought out in their works the inner struggle and turmoil of their characters especially female characters. Zadie Smith, a contemporary writer, born to a Jamaican mother and an English father, has joined the list. She is a novelist and an essayist. Her debut novel ‘White Teeth’ won James Tait Black Memorial Prize and Betty Trask Award. She writes about the social controversies and her treatment of race and culture is well known. Zadie satirically shows the psychological struggle, suppression and oppression of the characters and multicultural aspects. She even depicts the inner turmoil of each character in her work. In all her novels, the reader can find many themes especially, cultural discrepancies, which has been rooted in their blood with an attitude, which is blended in their society.

Reading Horace Walpole’s The Castle of Otranto from the Perspective of Freudian psychoanalysis

Literature has always been linked to psychoanalysis by literary critics and literary theorists in the academic field of literary criticism or theory. The Freudian psychoanalytic approach focuses primarily on exploring and analyzing an individual’s inner world. This study examines Horace Walpole’s The Castle of Otranto from the viewpoint of the psychoanalysis theory founded on Freud’s interpretations of the behaviours of human beings and discusses the novel from that perspective. These behaviours result from the subconscious part of humans and in which they are connected to internal and external conflicts. Freud believes the unconscious mind is the root of all strange behaviours and mental illnesses and points out that the social context is a significant factor in these afflictions. The study aims to apply psychoanalytic theory to analyze in-depth the self-conflict, repetition of language, and taboos that appear in The Castle of Otranto to present examples of internal or external conflicts that are held in the subconscious as being part of human beings’ essence, and eventually as the primary source of disturbance of human behaviour.

Lizzie’s Insistent Rejection to Her Unconscious Desires in Christina Rossetti’s Goblin Market through the Lens of Lacanian Desires

The growing concern in the latest critical practices and processes of a great many scholars as indicated in the continuous development and improvement of literary criticism with respect to the veritable and valuable characterization of this poem Goblin Market (1862) has been shown for the essential and evident exploration of the feasible solutions to the problems as most women character have to be faced with in an unavoidable fashion in Victorian age due to their blind adaptation to the ideological and epistemological values emphasized in the continuation of Christian beliefs regarding the essential and crucial morality to be followed in the increasing enrichment and improvement of their rationalist mentality. However, it has seemed to be quite pitiful that they have failed to probe into the unconscious minds of the vivid characters depicted in this poem to lay an ideological and epistemological foundation for the apparent clarification of the strong will of this character Lizzie has developed to enable her to get free from the imprisonment or enslavement of the hegemonic desires carried in the harmful fruits of the goblin men she and her sister Laura has encountered in their lives. For the sake of this critical blind spot, this paper will explore Lizzie’s strong will used to protect the purity and piety of her unconscious desires and to reduce to the least the possibility for her to fall victim to the vicious desires those goblin men aim to impress and impose upon her mind indebted to the rich theoretical enlightenment and encouragement entailed in Lacanian desires related to the conceptual elaboration of the longing for wholeness, sanity, and, meaning in the rich lives of his analysands. In the long run, this exploration will remind more and more readers of the objective truth that the strong willingness of women as exemplified in what has happened to Lizzie is bound to give rise to their great successes in rejecting their unconscious desires triggered in the popularization of the vicious desires of polluted men like those of the goblin men in this poem as epitomized in the developmental inclined with which the marketization and capitalization of the communicative activities related to the commercialization and commodification of the harmful and sinful fruits peddled in goblin market.

Hypnotherapy as a medical treatment: Evidence-based or pseudoscience?

BackgroundHypnotherapy continues to be a controversial practice in medicine. It is surrounded by myth and misuses that instill doubts about its legitimacy and usefulness. PurposeIn this paper, we will distinguish pseudoscientific claims from evidence-based uses of hypnotherapy. ResultsThe use and acceptability of hypnotherapy has varied over history. Pseudoscientific uses, based on outdated theories that it can access the unconscious mind, have delegitimized hypnotherapy. Modern theories that hypnosis uses common social, emotional, and cognitive processes combined with evidence-based methods have re-established the use of hypnotherapy in many physical and mental health disorders and symptoms. Currently it is a widely accepted and recommended treatment for irritable bowel syndrome, with evidence building for many other applications. ConclusionHypnotherapy, as a pseudoscience, can become unethical and cause distress for the patient and their families. Hypnotherapy, as an evidence-based treatment, can be used as a powerful tool to treat physical and psychological symptoms related to medical ailments.

Exploring Memory Inhibition Techniques in Tan Twan Eng's The Garden of Evening Mists and Kazuo Ishiguro's The Remains of the Day

This paper offers a psychoanalytical reading of the human memory’s dilemma as portrayed by Tan Twan Eng in The Garden of Evening Mists (2011) and Kazuo Ishiguro in The Remains of the Day (1989). Its objective is to analyze the role of memory in shaping the fragmented self, particularly in the context of the trauma from the world wars, employing a psychoanalytical perspective demonstrated through Michael Anderson’s memory inhibition techniques and Carl Jung’s theories on active imagination, which prioritize the unconscious mind. The study applies two methods of selective memory to the protagonists’ behaviors: retrieval-induced forgetting in Ishiguro’s The Remains of the Day and the think/no-think paradigms in Eng’s The Garden of Evening Mists. These approaches aim to explore the role of intention in these inhibition processes and investigate whether these experiences yield positive or negative outcomes. Through a close analysis of the main characters’ repressed memories, the study argues that the protagonists employ selective memory techniques differently. In The Garden of Evening Mists, intentional and positive utilization of these techniques helps overcome the horrors of war. Conversely, in The Remains of the Day, unintentional and negative application enhances the illusion of falsely representing oneself. This study’s primary contribution lies in exploring the mechanisms underlying the control of postcolonial/imperial traumatic memories. Additionally, it delves into the significance of the natural world in the protagonists’ healing and recovery revealing that gardens serve as a metaphor for recovery due to their profound impacts.

Exploring the Psychological Depths: the Role of Psychology in Writing Detective Fiction and Crime Detection

This research paper delves into the profound role of psychology in both crafting captivating detective fiction and aiding in the detection of crimes, as depicted in the works of Arthur Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie, featuring their iconic detectives Sherlock Holmes and Miss Jane Marple. Focusing on "Murder at the Vicarage," "Sleeping Murder," "The Sign of Four," "A Study in Scarlet," and "The Hound of the Baskervilles," this paper investigates the intricate interplay between psychology, character development, crime-solving techniques, and the exploration of the conscious and unconscious mind. By incorporating Sigmund Freud's theory of the conscious and unconscious mind, this research highlights the nuanced psychological depths of the characters, the influence of psychological elements on the plot, and the application of psychological insights in detecting crimes. The research paper begins by emphasizing the significance of psychology in writing detective fiction, noting its power in crafting multi-dimensional characters. It explores the role of psychological depth in character development, enabling authors to create complex individuals with intricate motivations and behaviors. Additionally, it discusses the importance of psychological motivations and complexities in plot development, as these elements contribute to building suspense and psychological tension, captivating readers throughout the narrative. In the realm of crime detection, the paper examines Sherlock Holmes' approach, renowned for his deductive reasoning. It analyzes his methodology, focusing on his ability to uncover psychological clues, motivations, and the interplay between the conscious and unconscious mind. Furthermore, the research delves into Miss Jane Marple's investigative style, characterized by her inductive insights. It explores her talent for unveiling psychological patterns, behaviors, and the influence of the conscious and unconscious mind on her problem-solving abilities. The comparative analysis section contrasts the approaches of Holmes and Marple, highlighting their different thinking styles and the significance of Freudian concepts in understanding motivations and behaviour. It emphasizes the interplay between the conscious and unconscious mind in detective work, showcasing how these elements contribute to a holistic understanding of the characters and their investigative processes. Moreover, the research paper discusses the real-world implications of employing psychology in crime detection. It explores the practical application of psychological insights in detecting and understanding criminal behavior. Lessons are drawn from Holmes and Marple's methods, emphasizing the importance of psychological profiling and ethical considerations in utilizing psychological insights in investigative processes. In conclusion, this research paper provides a comprehensive understanding of the role of psychology in writing detective fiction and its application in crime detection. By incorporating Sigmund Freud's theory of the conscious and unconscious mind, it uncovers the psychological depths of characters, explores the impact of psychological elements on the plot, and highlights the practical application of psychological insights in detecting crimes. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the complexities of the human mind, enhancing the appreciation of psychology's role in both literature and real-life crime detection.

Unraveling the enigma: Exploring functional neurological symptom disorder

ABSTRACT Background: Conversion disorder, also known as functional neurological symptom disorder, is a mental health condition characterized by physical symptoms that impair voluntary motor or sensory functions. Although these symptoms may appear to be associated with another medical issue, they are actually caused by psychological factors. Importantly, they are not purposeful or related to substance abuse. The primary benefit of these symptoms is psychological, rather than social, financial, or legal. Objectives: To explore the comorbidities associated with conversion disorder, to explore the different theories associated with conversion disorder. Methods: A review of indexed literature on Conversion disorder or Functional neurological symptom disorder. Conclusion: People with conversion disease can have symptoms at any age, including in infancy. At different ages, some symptoms are more common than others. For example, age ranges 20–29 are often linked with seizures related to conversion disorder, but age ranges 30–39 are typically associated with other movement-related symptoms. In summary conversion disorder gives a glimpse into the complicated interplay between conscious and unconscious mind. It demonstrates how mind find inventive ways to express and manage inner problems, even when it means exhibiting physical symptoms.

Creativity and consciousness in motion: The roundtrip of "mindful" and "mindless" processes in embodied creativity.

In this opinion paper, we make a journey across different accounts of creativity that emphasize either the mindful, conscious and cognitive expression of creativity, or its mindless, unconscious and sensorimotor expression. We try to go beyond dichotomy, putting creativity in motion and outlining its embodied and enactive features. Based on the assumption that no creative act is purely conscious or purely unconscious, our discussion on creativity relies on the distinction of three types of creativity that complementarily contribute to the creative process through shifts in the activation of their substrates in the brain: the deliberate, spontaneous and flow types of creativity. The latter is a hybrid and embodied type, in which movement and physical activity meet creativity. We then focus on the most fascinating contribution of unconscious processes and mind wandering to spontaneous and flow modes of creativity, exploring what happens when the individual apparently takes a break from a deliberate and effortful search for solutions and the creative process progresses through an incubation phase. This phase and the overall creative process can be facilitated by physical activity which, depending on its features and context, can disengage the cognitive control network and free the mind from filters that constrain cognitive processes or, conversely, can engage attentional control on sensorimotor and cognitive task components in a mindful way. Lastly, we focus on the unique features of the outer natural environment of physical activity and of the inner environment during mindful movements that can restore capacities and boost creativity.