Learn

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.
Watercolor painting of a silhouette of a person painted with dark blues and purples leans on the silhouette of a person painted with bright blues and yellows.
Expert Interviews
Pain Opens a Door 

Mindfulness teacher Vidyamala Burch opens up about her firsthand experience with the power of mindfulness and compassion to support those living with chronic pain. Read More 

  • Ava Whitney-Coulter
  • October 25, 2022
Illustration of a large stack of books with small people sitting and standing around and on the books reading.
Books & Reviews
7 Mindfulness Books We Can’t Wait for You to Read 

From a manifesto on the radical power of rest to an account of teaching yoga and mindfulness to children in West Baltimore, here are the new mindful books and podcasts you won’t want to miss. Read More 

  • Ava Whitney-Coulter, Barry Boyce, Kylee Ross, and Amber Tucker
  • October 25, 2022
What does it all mean? Exploring the science of the meaning of life - Photo of a dandelion blowing in the wind
Learn
What Does It All Mean? 

Humans are inherently motivated to seek out fulfillment in their lives—to thrive, rather than simply survive. New research shows that meaning may be simple to find because it’s all around us. Read More 

  • Misty Pratt
  • October 7, 2022
The Science of Wanting: Meditation and Dopamine
Focus & Attention
The Science of Wanting: How We Unhook from Dopamine 

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter in the brain that helps motivate us to fulfill our basic needs, but in our modern age of plenty, it can also lead to overindulgence and addiction. So how can we find balance and contentment in an age of instant gratification? Read More 

  • Katherine Ellison
  • September 22, 2022
Illustration of an opened book with a space scene coming from the pages.
Books & Reviews
10 Mindfulness Books You’ll Want to Read This Fall 

Dive into an emotion-centered approach to the climate crisis, a delicious guide to mindful cooking, the embodied science of anxiety, and much more in these new books and podcasts. Read More 

  • Amber Tucker, Ava Whitney-Coulter, Stephanie Domet, Barry Boyce, and Kylee Ross
  • September 8, 2022
The Science of Mindfulness
Learn
The Science of Mindfulness 

The ultimate guide to the research on the effects of mindfulness and meditation for our health, psyche, and overall quality of life. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • August 31, 2022
Ad for a mindfulness app with meditations, articles, and a section sidebar, shown on a phone held in hand.