NEWS

Documentary Investigates Profound Acts of Forgiveness

Forgiveness: A Time to Love and a Time to Hate is a new two-part PBS documentary that examines some of the most extraordinary stories of forgiveness.

Obama: "The America I Know is Generous and Compassionate"

In President Obama's critique of Wisconsin Republican Paul Ryan's debt reduction plan, he uses a rhetoric of compassion to outline his vision for the U.S. budget.

Justice Canada Cancels Mindfulness Program

A mindfulness-based stress reduction(MBSR) program for Justice Canada employees has been canceled.

Speak Out Against Bullying

April 13 has been declared National Speak Out Day in Canada - a day dedicated to raising awareness about bullying. In honor of this day that calls for courage and compassion, Alex Vander Vlugt premiered his film Speak Out: The Documentary.

Teddy Bears Teaching Yoga

A new yoga class for young children in the U.K. helps kids learn the poses using their teddy bears.

Mindfulness for the Irish

On April 18, Dublin, Ireland will open its doors to the first mindfulness clinic on the island.

High Marks for Self-Compassion

Research on self-compassion suggests that loving yourself may be the answer to getting better grades in school.

Running To Rebuild Japan

Nike's All For Japan challenge called on runners around the world to run 200,000 miles in one month and Nike would donate $1 for every mile logged to Architecture for Humanity to help rebuild Japan.

Healing Trauma Through Mindfulness

Studies into the brains of chronically traumatized children reveal that although there can be crippling side-effects, there is also hope for healing with mindfulness practice.