Abstract

This chapter provides an overview of contemporary adaptations of mindfulness. It considers achievements and limitations regarding the rapid expansion of mindfulness‐based interventions, highlighting its evidenced potential for the prevention of depressive relapse. Furthermore, using the example of non‐dual mindfulness and associated states of awareness free of the habitual subject‐object divide it is argued that while the narrative of contemporary mindfulness is beneficial within a treatment context, it may constitute a limitation when transported outside of it and when raised to a de facto standard for meditation.