Personal Essays

First-person stories about what mindfulness looks like in real, messy, everyday life. These essays are honest, personal, and often funny - written by people who've found that paying attention changes everything.
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Focus & Attention
How To Let Go of Ego 

When we can find ways to slip free of our ego, we enter a “flow state” where time and judgment don’t matter and joy overtakes us. Read More 

  • Judson Brewer
  • February 8, 2017
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Magazine
Beyond the Comfort Zone 

In these divided times, we need mindfulness more than ever, says Barry Boyce. It can help us to build resilience and understand one another. Read More 

  • Barry Boyce
  • January 11, 2017
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Gratitude
We All Have Something to Give 

Giving doesn't mean buying a gift. There are many ways to tap into the heart of generosity. Founding editor Barry Boyce names a few. Read More 

  • Barry Boyce
  • November 17, 2016
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