Health

Explore the link between mindfulness and health. Articles, tips, and exercises aimed at improving your mental and physical well-being

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
Kids and Teens
7 Children’s Books with Mindfulness Messages 

Many beloved picture books also offer mindful messages about connection, compassion, and contemplating the world around us. Children’s book authors Olivia Weisser and Christopher Willard share a few of their favourites. Read More 

  • Olivia Weisser and Christopher Willard
  • April 1, 2021
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Calm
When the Ego Hijacks Mindfulness 

It’s easy to find yourself thinking about being mindful rather than being mindful. Simply refocus, return to the present, and smile. Read More 

  • Ricky Derisz
  • March 26, 2021
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Anxiety
How I Stopped Terrorizing Myself 

Mindful’s managing editor Stephanie Domet explores how choosing self-compassion in the face of things that go bump in the night, made for kinder days and easier nights. Read More 

  • Stephanie Domet
  • March 15, 2021
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