Mindfulness is increasingly recognized as essential not just for well-being, but for peak performance under pressure. A new review paper by Dr. Amishi Jha and colleagues highlights how mindfulness training (MT) can strengthen attentional control—the mental “fuel” that supports decision-making, emotional balance, and leadership in high-demand environments. For today’s military service members, whose roles often require split-second focus under extreme stress, these skills are as critical as physical fitness.

The article, published in Current Psychiatry Reports, synthesizes global research showing that MT protects attention, improves working memory, enhances resilience, and promotes stronger team cohesion. Just as the U.S. Army institutionalized physical training decades ago, mindfulness may soon become a standard practice to prepare soldiers for the challenges of modern warfare. With best-practice guidance now emerging, MT is poised to shift from experimental programs to a core component of holistic military readiness.

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Mindfulness Training in Military Settings: Emerging Evidence and Best-Practice Guidance