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Books & Reviews
What Does Headspace Want? 

Folding the goal-less nature of meditation into the culture of gamification surrounding apps, Headspace is "winning" on the mindfulness market. But has the app's recent redesign satisfied a larger user base at the expense of deeper convictions? Read More 

  • Kira M. Newman
  • October 24, 2017
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Expert Interviews
Using Mindfulness for Mental Health 

A conversation with Patricia Rockman, of The Centre for Mindfulness Studies, about when mindfulness should be used for mental health and when it shouldn't. Read More 

  • Kelle Walsh
  • October 5, 2017
Carlos Alberto, meditation instructor and nightclub doorman in NYC
Expert Interviews
When One Door Closes 

Nightclub doorman Carlos Alberto on his journey to becoming a meditation instructor. Read More 

  • Victoria Dawson
  • October 1, 2017
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Expert Interviews
The Downward Spiral of Shame 

You aren't defined by your most shameful moments, say Patricia Rockman. Learn how to transform this most paralyzing of emotions. Read More 

  • Patricia Rockman
  • October 1, 2017
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