The "steady hand on the tiller" simply means, to me, that those who wish to write and speak effectively will need to be mindful of their language.
From another standpoint, one might argue that the scientists and engineers invented technologies without being mindful of the scarcity of resources, such as water and capital.
In dealing with this conflict, the ethics committee members were mindful that the case might serve to test the hospital policy in court, if it came to that.
The researchers were mindful of the enormous changes being wrought in terms of the then imminent formation of primary care groups and the roll out of nurse prescribing.
Mindful repetition in an engaging communicative context by motivated learners is somewhat closer to the mark.
Making visitors mindful: principles for creating quality sustainable visitor experiences through effective communication.
The facilitator is mindful that the discussion should not turn into a complaining or venting session.
Over the last four decades, the need for identity and beauty has been rediscovered and one must be mindful of this attainment.
