Getting Started

New to meditation? Start here. These beginner-friendly guides walk you through the basics - how to sit, what to expect, and how to work with a wandering mind. No experience needed, no special equipment required.
Focus & Attention
3 Simple Ways to Pay Attention 

Practicing meditation doesn’t involve a whole new set of tools. It works so well, Sharon Salzberg says, because it enhances life skills we already have. Read More 

  • Sharon Salzberg
  • October 1, 2020
Digital Guides
Your Guide to Finding the Best Mindfulness Teacher 

The next step toward deepening your mindfulness practice may be finding a teacher that can offer you new insights. In our easy-to-use guide, we've outlined what to look for in a mindfulness teacher, and how to find the right one for you. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • September 21, 2020
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Expert Interviews
What to Do When Thoughts Arise While Meditating 

The mind often wanders in meditation—and it’s normal. Elisha Goldstein, psychologist and founder of the Mindful Living Collective, explores how to deal with both important and irrelevant ideas that come up. Read More 

  • Elisha Goldstein
  • April 27, 2020
Morning Ritual
Books & Reviews
How to Create Your Own Morning Ritual 

Nobody likes rolling out of bed only because you have to be somewhere. Shift into a more empowering routine by taking as little as three minutes to gently ease your mind and body into a new day, writes Pilar Gerasimo. Read More 

  • Pilar Gerasimo
  • March 10, 2020
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