Over the past decade, mindfulness has become integrated into the field of mental health and social work as a hot topic. Many practitioners incorporate mindfulness practices when working with clients as well as in their personal lives to combat burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. Mindfulness may include a variety of practices, such as yoga, meditation, art, breathing, writing, and exercise, among others. Mindfulness practices and definitions vary across contexts, needs, and goals. However, conversations pertaining to the implementation of mindfulness practices must reflect what has been identified through research, theory, and practice environments. According to Jon Kabat-Zinn, the creator of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), mindfulness can be defined as, “the practice of directing one’s awareness to the present moment with an attitude of nonjudgemental acceptance”. Yet, the word, “mindfulness”, can be intimidating and be associated with feelings of ambiguity, the skepticism, and stigma. Practitioners and clients also may not know what resources are available to begin a mindfulness practice. Similarly, as presented in the research, mindfulness practices may not be the best fit for all individuals according to their needs and goals. Consequently, this interactive workshop will create space to critically analyze and evaluate mindfulness as studied in research and theory. Then, participants will engage with each other to have a larger conversation about mindfulness practices being used as well as lessons learned. Participants will leave feeling equipped with an increased understanding of mindfulness and resources to begin a mindfulness practice whether personally or professionally.