Compassion
Make a Friend out of a Foe
Making a habit to be friendly—even toward people we don’t like—can render us happier and healthier.
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Relationships
Mindful.org's relationships category offers a treasure trove of mindfulness-based insights and strategies to enrich your connections with others. Whether it's strengthening family bonds, deepening friendships, or enhancing romantic partnerships, our resources guide you through the art of mindful communication, empathy, and compassion. Learn how to navigate the complexities of relationships with grace and intention, fostering healthier, more meaningful interactions in every area of your life.
Calm
Two Lessons on Blame from Brené Brown
Brené Brown shares a story about why she identifies as a blamer, and dives into the research and insights about this toxic behavior.
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Compassion
Why Do Bullies Gain Power?
Dacher Keltner's research shows that sustained power comes as a result of some surprisingly friendly traits. Despite this, bullies do rise to power, and wield it for long periods of time.Â
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Calm
How Awe Brings People Together
A series of experiments suggest that awe causes us to have a smaller sense of self, which shapes our social networks in positive ways.
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Compassion
How to Avoid Confirmation Bias at Work
Avoiding confirmation bias starts with paying attention to how you interact with information.
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Anxiety
Celebrate the Life You Have
How mindfulness can transform tragedy into a glorious appreciation for what is right in front of you.
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Calm
How to Care Deeply Without Burning Out
Sharon Salzberg and Dan Harris explore how to recognize the signs of empathy fatigue and maintain a balanced, mindful, compassionate response.
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Compassion
Does Gender Affect Mindfulness?
A new study explores whether women get more out of meditation than men when it comes to reducing negative emotions through mindfulness.
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Calm
How Humor Builds Empathy
Scott Aukerman, co-founder of "Between Two Ferns," defaulted to comedy to disarm bullies early in life. He thinks humor is key to fostering empathy and genuine interactions.
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Anxiety
How to Handle a Toxic Relationship
When a relationship is causing you stress and suffering, follow these five steps to find more peace of mind.
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