The article equates them in the sense of "not being distracted" ... I think it's correct enough. You can work on them separately, or at the same time. Concentration practice develops mindfulness as a side effect, and vice versa. You can't get very far in meditation without both.
to answer GP's question, concentration requires the ability to notice distractions right as they pop up and avoid getting spun out.
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The article equates them in the sense of "not being distracted" ... I think it's correct enough. You can work on them separately, or at the same time. Concentration practice develops mindfulness as a side effect, and vice versa. You can't get very far in meditation without both.
to answer GP's question, concentration requires the ability to notice distractions right as they pop up and avoid getting spun out.