“I hope this is not a stupid question and I fail to see the obvious the answer.
Why aren’t we born mindful but instead we need lots of practice, energy and time to develop meditation and being mindful?”
Evolution and intelligence.
The intelligence of modern humans has created a world of complexity.
We evolved to live in a different environment than the modern world that we live in now.
Babies are born mindful and curious.
Young children have a curiosity, playfulness and open mind that is mindful.
As we get older the complexities of modern life distract us from this inherent mindfulness that we all have.
Meditation is easy and effortless.
We can all easily rediscover being mindful through meditation.
Edwin Leo 