Meditation teacher Will Kabat-Zinn explores how meditation allows us to stumble upon something we've always wanted: a settled, stable mind in the midst of the chaos of life. We live at the mercy of our thoughts and thought patterns, he says, and as we begin to cultivate attention—which requires us to move counter to much of the mainstream direction of our society and economy—we gain a little stability.
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You can create daily routines that help rewire your brain for present moment awareness and free you from ruminating about the past or worrying about the future.
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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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What's the mental payoff when we pare down our possessions? In his new memoir, writer Fumio Sasaki talks about getting rid of his stuff and adapting a minimalist lifestyle.
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Six tips to help you look for fulfilling work from The School of Life.
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When a relationship is causing you stress and suffering, follow these five steps to find more peace of mind.
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The poster-child picture of the meditator is often someone with a blissed-out beatific smile, looking as if they are about to float into space. In fact, meditation puts us in touch with the anxiety we all carry as living, breathing human beings. And that’s why it can be so helpful.
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Meditation can't always happen in blissful silence. By tuning in to the cacophony of everyday activity, we can find a space to rest and settle the mind.
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The latest findings in psychology—about our deep-seated thoughts, emotions, and behaviors—get a lot of media attention. Unfortunately, they often turn out to be flawed or false. Here's the evidence that contradicts 7 of the most common pop psychology myths.
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Your phone was built to distract you. Here are a few simple things you can do from your home screen to create a more mindful experience.
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