Such transformation is to happen at the level of individual and collective consciousness, and to address the deepest roots of psychological distress, and specifically the cognitive crisis (including distractibility) that is a central characteristic of the Age of AI. We consider that the concept of “mindfulness,” related to self-knowledge and the care of others, is most relevant to this situation.

Originally an Eastern concept, "mindfulness" (Pali: sati; Chinese: nian 念) has recently become progressively integrated with science, particularly through the physiology of stress and the cognitive psychology of depression and anxiety. Mindfulness as a "state of mind" can be defined as a life skill closely related to cognitive executive functions such as memory, judgment, and attention.

We will provide mindfulness practices and educational methods—researched and developed by the Research Group on Buddhist Philosophy and Ways of Life at the Graduate School of Advanced Integrated Studies in Human Survivability (GSAIS), Kyoto University—to people in various positions, including in corporate and school settings. By doing so, we aim to support individual cognitive functioning, mental equanimity, resilience, and clear intentions, thus eventually promoting social transformation.