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5 Mindful Reasons to Lean In to Self-Love
Science-backed benefits of including self-love in your mindfulness practice, inspired by the wisdom of five mindfulness teachers and experts. Read More 
Research & Science
Stay at the forefront of mindfulness science with Mindful.org’s Mindfulness Research category. Here, we dive into the latest studies and findings that reveal the science behind mindfulness. Understand how mindfulness practices can impact the brain, enhance cognitive functions, and improve overall health and well-being. Our in-depth articles and analyses translate complex research into actionable insights, keeping you informed and knowledgeable about the empirical evidence supporting mindfulness.
Category: Mindfulness Research
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5 Minutes of Mindfulness Brings Real Benefits, According to Science
Don’t have time to sit down for a lengthy meditation session? As it turns out, you don’t need to. New research shows that mere minutes of mindfulness each day, sometimes called a "micropractice," can go a long way in supporting our mental health—without wrecking our schedule. Read More
Guided Meditations
The Benefits of Meditating With Others
We’re accustomed to thinking of meditation as a solitary activity, but meditating in community also offers a host of benefits. Read More
Gratitude
The Benefits of Being a Patient Person
Research shows that a patient person can support our mental health, strengthen our connection with others, and even help us reach our goals. Read More
Creativity
How Creativity Gets Lost in Brainstorming and What to do instead
Columbia business professor, Bill Duggan, says creativity is most often lost to groupthink. True innovation requires thinking that happens when the brain isn’t being stimulated. Read More
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Compassion Is Key to Our Survival
From an evolutionary standpoint, “survival of the kindest” is no exaggeration. When we respond with kindness in the face of suffering—including our own—we’re affirming the reality that our lives and well-being are all interconnected. Read More
Books & Reviews
The Potential (and Pitfalls) of Yoga and Meditation for Mental Health
In her new book, All in Her Head: How Gender Bias Harms Women’s Mental Health, science writer Misty Pratt evaluates research and offers advice on trying yoga and meditation to support mental well-being—including why it’s important to adapt these popular practices to what your own mind and body need. Read More
Creativity
How Mindful Journaling Can Help Your Daily Practice
There’s a robust body of research that shows mindful journaling can be a powerful tool for insight, clarity, healing, and well-being. Here’s why you should try it (even if you don’t consider yourself a “writer”). Read More
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Why Uncertainty Is Good for Us
Most of us want to avoid uncertainty, but the latest scientific research is showing that uncertainty may be essential for our overall well-being. Here’s how mindfulness can help us unlock its beneficial potential. Read More
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It’s Selfish, It’s Hokey, and I’ll Lose My Edge: 3 Half-Truths About Self-Compassion
Dr. Diana Hill dives into some of the biggest misconceptions around self-compassion, and what the latest research reveals about being intentionally kind toward ourselves and others. Read More
