Depression & Grief
5 Ways Sadness is Good for You
Scientists are finding out how sadness works in the brain—and they're discovering that it can confer important advantages. 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.
Books & Reviews
6 Books to Get You Unhooked from Negative Habits
From food cravings to telling off grumpy colleagues, some habits are hard to avoid even on our best days. We've rounded up these mindfulness reads so you can flourish in every facet of life—even during those tough times. Read More
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Can Mice Meditate? These Neuroscientists Think So
Researchers at the University of Oregon designed "The Mouse Meditation Project" to explore the connection between stress, brain activity, and meditation. Read More
Creativity
Doing Something Creative Can Boost Your Well-Being
A new study suggests that small acts of creativity in everyday life increase our overall sense of well-being. Read More
Expert Interviews
Wise Judgement
Law professor, mindfulness instructor, and former judge Gretchen Rohr on the ways mindful-ness and justice intersect. Read More
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What You Practice Grows Stronger
When it comes to making changes, we all have one habit in common that holds us back: self-judgement. The neuroscience of mindfulness suggests lasting change requires a softer touch. Read More
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Do Mindful People Have a Stronger Sense of Self?
Mindful people might be happier because they cultivate non-judgmental awareness of their thoughts, which allows them to better understand who they really are, suggests a new study. Read More
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When Avoidance Rules Your Life: Understanding Compulsions vs. Addictions
Though we often equate compulsions and addictions, researchers are now drawing a sharp distinction between these two behaviors—one is about avoiding and the other about seeking. Read More
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Present-Moment Awareness Buffers the Effects of Daily Stress
New research shows that present-moment awareness, a key feature of mindfulness, increases stress resilience and well-being. Read More
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The Mind Isn’t an Object, It’s a Process
What if your mind was actually much more than the fleshy pink matter resting inside your skull? Read More
