Compassion
Some Love Stories End
It can be tough to admit that a romance that began with so much joy and promise
just isn’t working. But your lover doesn’t need to become your enemy. Read More 
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.
Relationships
Ask Ms. Mindful – October 2013
What version of your dad do you want to hang out with? Your father as he is or the imaginary guy you want him to be? Read More
Relationships
Ask Ms. Mindful – April 2014
Forget figuring out the right thing to say, close your mouth, and just listen instead. Read More
Relationships
Provide Feedback, Not Payback: Mindful Communication for Healthier Relationships
Better to chill in awkward silence than inflict additional pain. Read More
Compassion
Remembering Jamie Zimmerman, ABC’s Meditation Doctor
Jamie Zimmerman, a reporter and doctor for the ABC News medical unit, drowned while on vacation in Hawaii this month. A longtime friend offers kind words and a mindfulness practice for coping with grief. Read More
Relationships
Some Love Stories End: A Mindful Journey of Love, Loss, and Forgiveness
It can be tough to admit that a romance that began with so much joy and promise just isn’t working. But your lover doesn’t need to become your enemy. Read More
Compassion
The Truth About Office Romances
It’s time to stop being so squeamish and start paying attention to
relationships in the workplace. Read More
Anxiety
Mindfulness: The Antidote for Perfectionism
Life's hard enough without trying to be mindful all of the time. Read More
Calm
Mindful Q&A: The Truth About Soulmates
Stop looking for perfection. Look for happiness instead. Read More
Calm
What’s Sex Got To Do With Mindfulness?
What our partners are really craving is connection, attention—and better use of our tongues. Read More
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