Before starting the mindfulness practices in class, I had little to no knowledge about what mindfulness was and what benefits it could bring to a person. My interest in mindfulness grew when we discussed the results of various scientific studies and the benefits mindfulness brings such as changing the structure of the brain, reduce anxiety, and stop fight or flight response in stressful situations. During our first mindfulness session in class, it was difficult for me to concentrate as my mind kept switching from thought to thought and I could not make it stop. I thought I was the only one who was not successful during the practice, but it was comforting to see that others were struggling with the same problem as well. Additionally, I was
