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Loving-Kindness & Compassion

Loving-kindness and compassion practices train you to extend warmth and care - first to yourself, then to others. These meditations can shift how you relate to difficult emotions, tough relationships, and your own inner critic.
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Loving-Kindness & Compassion
How to Be Your Own Best Friend 

Friendship can sometimes feel fraught. But if you play your cards right, there’s at least one friend who will always have your back. Read More 

  • Elaine Smookler
  • June 2, 2023
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How Mindfulness Can Help Us Feel Better More Often 

The science of neuroplasticity tells us that what we practice grows. Qualities like self-compassion, non-judgmental awareness, and equanimity are pillars of mindfulness that we can nourish with regular practice. Read More 

  • Diana Winston
  • April 19, 2023
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Gratitude
Find Your Way to Embodied Joy 

You don’t need to laugh large to feel joy from your head to your toes—though it doesn’t hurt. Start with a smile—and notice where it takes you. Read More 

  • Elaine Smookler
  • February 14, 2023
Shift Your Mind From Crisis Mode to Calm
Loving-Kindness & Compassion
Shift Your Mind From Crisis Mode to Calm 

Unchecked stress may lead to overwhelm, unhelpful coping, and burnout. When you learn to recognize the warning signs, you can take wise action to manage your stress—with a little kind attention, and a lot of self-compassion. Read More 

  • Patricia Rockman
  • February 9, 2023
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