Author / Teacher

Ava Whitney-Coulter

Ava Whitney-Coulter is an editor who is passionate about the power of curiosity, storytelling, and mindfulness to uplift us all. She draws on a diverse work background and education in journalism to connect with others and use creative ways to help them share their stories. In her time off, you can find her spending time with her family and friends, exploring her home province of Nova Scotia, doing yoga, reading, or learning a new creative hobby. Have a story or project idea? Reach out on LinkedIn or at ava@mindful.org.

Articles by Ava Whitney-Coulter

Responding to the Mental Health Crisis in Healthcare
Loving-Kindness & Compassion

Responding to the Mental Health Crisis in Healthcare

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in support of frontline healthcare workers, we’re highlighting the struggle that so many are facing. Read More

What We Wear is a Reflection of How We Want to be Seen
Learn

What We Wear is a Reflection of How We Want to be Seen

How the clothes we wear can affect our relationships, behavior, and identity—and why it’s different for almost everyone. Read More

How Mindfulness Can Support LGBTQ+ Youth
Expert Interviews

How Mindfulness Can Support LGBTQ+ Youth

Dr. Gio Iacono is developing mindfulness-based programming that is accessible, safe, and supportive for young people of sexual and gender minorities. Read More

How Mindful Movement Can Support Your Meditation Practice: Q&A with Cara Bradley
Expert Interviews

How Mindful Movement Can Support Your Meditation Practice: Q&A with Cara Bradley

Dropping straight into meditation can be difficult if we have a lot on our mind. Cara Bradley offers some advice on how mindful movement can help. Read More

Where Science, Mindfulness, and Social Justice Intersect
Depression & Grief

Where Science, Mindfulness, and Social Justice Intersect

How Dr. Sará King uses The Science of Social Justice to help heal trauma. Read More

Brené Brown on What it Really Means to Trust
Expert Interviews

Brené Brown on What it Really Means to Trust

Brené Brown explains the complexity of trust—how it’s gained, how it’s lost, and why trusting ourselves is so important. Read More

MOBILE APP CONTENT

Courses & Guided Practices

Mindful App

Download the
Mindful App

Cultivate calm, focus and presence–right when you need it most.