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.
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Compassion
Mindfulness is for Everyone  

In this short video, Philadelphia-based social worker Kenneth Bourne reads from Caverly Morgan’s A Kid’s Book About Mindfulness to offer a grounding moment of pause and reflection. Read More 

  • Ava Whitney-Coulter
  • February 18, 2022
9 Mindful Books to Cultivate Calm and Stay On Task
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9 Mindful Books to Cultivate Calm and Stay On Task 

From calming mindfulness practices to a deep dive on the science of dopamine addiction, here are nine books and three podcasts the Mindful editors recommend. Read More 

  • Oyinda Lagunju, Amber Tucker, Kylee Ross, Stephanie Domet, and Ava Whitney-Coulter
  • February 15, 2022
14 Books and Podcasts to Embrace the New Year—A person wearing a winter sweater and yellow mittens stands outside on a snow day holding a red and blue book.
Anxiety
14 Books and Podcasts to Embrace the New Year 

Stay cozy, whip up your favorite warm drink, and enjoy the latest in books and podcasts about mindfulness. Read More 

  • Amber Tucker, Ava Whitney-Coulter, Barry Boyce, Kylee Ross, Oyinda Lagunju, and Stephanie Domet
  • December 30, 2021
Mindful Books and Podcasts to Curl Up With This Fall - Cat, book and coffee in a bed.
Focus
Mindful Books and Podcasts to Curl Up With This Fall 

As the weather changes, we’re spending a little less time outdoors and a little more time inside staying warm. Here are the Mindful editors’ recommendations for a cozy night in. Read More 

  • Barry Boyce, Amber Tucker, Oyinda Lagunju, Ava Whitney-Coulter, and Stephanie Domet
  • October 29, 2021
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Calm
10 Powerful Women of the Mindfulness Movement: 2021 

What remains, amid loss and suffering, uncertainty and fear, is the breath. Ten mindful women offer the wisdom of their practice, from their hearts to yours. Read More 

  • Amber Tucker, Ava Whitney-Coulter, Heather Hurlock, Kylee Ross, Oyinda Lagunju, and Stephanie Domet
  • June 22, 2021
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