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Go deeper into the science, research, and thinking behind mindfulness and meditation. Hear from leading experts, explore the latest studies, and find book recommendations to expand your practice and understanding.
Books & Reviews
The Now Effect 

“A man lies dying in a hospital bed. He has spent his entire life building for the future, doing what needed to be done to amass wealth and raise his status to a level he thought worthy. Now he has reached the end of his days… Read More 

  • Elisha Goldstein
  • February 27, 2012
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Expert Interviews
Generosity of Learning 

Leadership coach Crane Wood Stookey offers these two practices to help train you in the attitudes of generous leadership.  Read More 

  • Line Goguen-Hughes
  • February 16, 2012
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Eating & Body Image
Study supports mindful eating 

A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition and Education Behavior suggests that practicing mindful eating can help women avoid overeating, even when at restaurants. Read More 

  • Line Goguen-Hughes
  • January 11, 2012
Expert Interviews
LYSSA NOVITSKY RIBBLE 

When did you first start practicing mindfulness and why were you motivated to do so? I first became interested in mindfulness in 2002 while trekking in the Himalayas and reading a book by Thich Nhat Hanh called Being Peace.  When I returned to the States after my 16… Read More 

  • Mindful readers like you
  • January 5, 2012
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