Free Meditation Apps Worthy of Your Attention
Mindfulness apps are trending in a big way. Here are five we're happy we downloaded. Read More
Articles by Kira M. Newman
Books & Reviews
Gratitude
The Benefits of Being a Patient Person
Research shows that a patient person can support our mental health, strengthen our connection with others, and even help us reach our goals. Read More
Breathing Meditations
Unwinding Your Anxiety Habit Loop
Coping with anxiety is difficult, but we can begin to untangle our anxious loops when we recognize how they show up in our daily activities. Read More
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How Self-Compassion Can Make Us More Resilient When We Make Mistakes
A recent study showed that we feel more self-compassion when we see that other people are imperfect, too. Read More
Gratitude
An Outpouring of Kindness Amid the COVID-19 Outbreak
People around the world are caring for each other in the face of a pandemic. Here are eight acts of goodness that are sparking joy and spreading kindness. Read More
Gratitude
How a Lack of Gratitude Kills Relationships
A new study suggests that couples who express gratitude are more satisfied with their relationship. Read More
Eating & Body Image
What Is the Best Diet for Mental Health?
New research is exploring the connection between the foods we eat and our feelings of depression, anxiety, and happiness. Read More
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Three Emerging Pathways to Happiness
New research adds depth and complexity to our understanding of the major keys to living a happy and flourishing life. Read More
Focus & Attention
Take Back Your Time
Feeling time-crunched often has less to do with hours in the day than it does our own psychology. Here’s how to slow down and find time. Read More
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The Top 10 Insights from the “Science of a Meaningful Life” in 2018
The most provocative and influential research findings published during this past year. Read More
