Focus

Boost your focus and productivity with our curated articles, tips, and exercises. Make mindfulness your tool for better concentration

Compassion
How to Practice Listening Without Getting Defensive 

Taking the time to listen to how another person feels—without immediately and sometimes impulsively reacting—creates the space for both parties to feel heard. Try this exercise to strengthen your active listening skills. Read More 

  • Jennifer Wolkin
  • April 6, 2021
Daily Practices
How Are You Seeing The World? 

The art of unhooking from your stories allows you to see what’s in front of you rather than seeing what you’re looking to see. Read More 

  • Heather Shayne Blakeslee
  • March 25, 2021
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Calm
How I Unplug From Social Media in One Second 

Mindful’s managing editor Stephanie Domet explains how she reclaimed ninety minutes a week from mindlessly scrolling through social media. Her secret: being reminded to take a deep breath. Read More 

  • Stephanie Domet
  • March 5, 2021
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Calm
Can Tech Work for the Greater Good? 

As tech industry leaders take steps to protect people from online platforms, founding editor Barry Boyce considers our responsibility as both consumers and meditators. Read More 

  • Barry Boyce
  • March 2, 2021
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