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Being Empathic Doesn’t Make You a Pushover
A new study finds that more prosocial people are less aggressive in competition—but they tend to win out in the long run. 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.
Depression & Grief
Bringing Mindfulness to Students Suffering from Trauma
JG Lachorette began practicing mindfulness as an antidote to his own anxiety. Today, he provided mindfulness trainings in schools nationwide through the Mindful Life Project Read More
Expert Interviews
Training the Brains of Warriors
Neuroscientist Amishi Jha explores how the military is using mindfulness to tap into calm and focussed attention under extreme stress. Read More
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Why Your Office Needs More Nature: Sunlight, Plants, and Your Well-Being
Research finds that sunlight and natural elements in the workplace may improve workers' moods and job satisfaction. Read More
Kids & Teens
How Parents’ Love Helps Kids Thrive
Researcher Barbara Fredrickson highlights exactly how positive emotions like love, joy, and gratitude help us grow and become better versions of ourselves. Read More
Books & Reviews
Six Mindful Books We’re Reading This Summer
Here’s what the editors at Mindful are reading this month. Plus, three mindful podcasts in our playlists. Read More
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Feeling Lonely? Try Meditating
According to a new study, mindfulness can help with feeling of loneliness. Read More
Gratitude
What Science Reveals About Gratitude’s Impact on the Brain
New research sheds light on the physiology of gratitude, bringing us closer to being able to understand and harness the health benefits of this powerful emotion. Read More
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Just One Week of Mindfulness Meditation Can Help Ease Stress
Practicing mindfulness is linked to better coping flexibility and decreased stress levels. Read More
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Can Mindfulness Treat Chronic Back Pain?
A recent study reveals 8 weeks of mindfulness-based and cognitive therapies (MBCT) may ease chronic low back pain. Read More
