Books & Reviews
Rethinking Equanimity: Margaret Cullen on Equanimity and Quiet Strength
A conversation about how equanimity appears across contemplative traditions and everyday life, and the ideas behind Cullen's new book, Quiet Strength. Read More 
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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.
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Does Mindfulness Make You Kinder? Key Studies On What We Know (and Don’t Know Yet).
Do mindful people feel better in their own bodies? Does mindfulness make you kinder? Researchers are diving into these questions and uncovering the benefits of mindfulness. Read More
Expert Interviews
You Don’t Have to Shut Down or Burn Out When You Care This Much. Do This Instead.
When we get overwhelmed by vicarious trauma, we tend to shut down in order to protect ourselves. Dr. Shalini Bahl offers three essential steps to return to ourselves so that we can stay present without overwhelm or burnout. Read More
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Can Compassion Save the Planet?
Karen Armstrong, founder of the Charter for Compassion, on what we need to do to make a better world. Read More
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Jane Fonda at Spirit Rock: Mindfulness, Climate Action, and Community
Longtime climate advocate Jane Fonda is using her influence to support the important role of mindfulness in practical and effective climate action. Read More
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Finding Peace in Challenging Times with Sharon Salzberg
This is a practice for finding peace in difficult times like ours—one of conflict, frustration, and uncertainty. Read More
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The Best Leaders Think: What About Me, What About You?
Many fail in leadership positions, despite outstanding individual performance. Daniel Goleman explains that they often miss two important mental stances, which the best leaders understand as critical to the job. Read More
Depression & Grief
Looking Honestly at the Challenges of Mindfulness Practices
While the challenges of mindfulness practices are real, research confirms that mindfulness can also be helpful in preventing relapses into depression and reduce healthcare visits. Read More
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Addiction, Trauma, and the Problem of Being Present
Mindfulness can be a powerful tool in addiction recovery—but it's crucial to understand the role of trauma and how to use mindfulness safely for those who are facing the very things that underlie the addiction in the first place. Read More
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Beginner’s Mind Q&A With Anu Gupta
What's at the root of self-doubt? Anu Gupta weighs in on the role of bias in our lack of self-trust. Read More
