As mindfulness practices have gained popularity, a subtle shift has occurred around how we view these techniques and what we expect of them. Writer Angela Stubbs examines what she calls "the wellness trap" and asks: Have we lost sight of the original intent of mindfulness? And do we miss out on the true potency of this practice when we start to demand too much of it? Read More 
When people hear the term “sobriety,” they often assume it’s just about stopping an addictive behavior. But as recovery coach Stephanie Hazard observes, sobriety is a practice that extends to every area of our lives, including our emotions—and can hold the key to long-term healing. Read More
Guilt and shame are two of the most painful emotions—and yet, as much as we might like them to, they don’t seem to be going away. Mindful founding editor Barry Boyce looks at these troublesome companions, and what it might mean to live more peacefully with them. Read More
Aging and death are inevitable. And while we know this intellectually, it is difficult to accept this particularly in a youth adoring culture. Teacher Patricia Rockman explores vanity and this tender, confusing, frustrating journey with our bodies, our attachment to the delusion of youth, and our halting interior growth towards acceptance. Read More
When we practice present-moment awareness, we can savor each moment, make time feel like it’s passing slower, and get in touch with the fundamental wonder of being alive. Read More
Allowing our emotions to arise, be felt, and dissolve helps us cultivate equanimity and inner calm. From this place of balance, we’re more resilient to what life throws at us. Read More
If you've ever wondered how to recover when you've messed up big-time, Katherine Ellison shares the value of failing with presence—and learning from real, gentle accountability. Read More
Carolyn Rose Gimian on how the courage to be present and aware is the doorway to get to know yourself and genuinely befriend yourself. Read More
