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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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Expert Interviews
Focus! 

Mindful's interview with Daniel Goleman, bestselling author of Emotional Intelligence, on his new book, Focus, and how we can hone one of the greatest gifts we have.  Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • October 16, 2013
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Expert Interviews
W.A.I.T. Before You Post 

Mindful's Q&A with Tristan Gorrindo, child and adolescent psychiatrist, about getting teens off of autopilot when it comes to engaging with social media. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • October 15, 2013
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Do Rich People Just Care Less? 

Recent research suggests powerful people pay little attention to those below them. Mindful's Editor-in-Chief looks at "the empathy gap." Read More 

  • Barry Boyce
  • October 8, 2013
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Expert Interviews
Empathy 101 

Daniel Goleman looks at three types of empathy that leaders, teachers, and parents should have.  Read More 

  • Daniel Goleman
  • October 8, 2013
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Mindfulness and Doctor Burnout 

A recent New York Times article looks at two studies capturing how mindfulness training is improving the health of doctors and their patients.  Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • October 1, 2013
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The Impact of Mindfulness 

David Creswell, assistant professor of psychology at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, continues to do extensive research on how mindfulness can affect our health and our lives for the better.  Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • September 20, 2013
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