Voices

The Voices category on Mindful.org is a vibrant collection of perspectives from the mindfulness community. Here, you'll find a rich tapestry of articles from practitioners, teachers, and thought leaders offering their unique insights and experiences. This space is dedicated to sharing the diverse voices that shape the mindfulness movement, providing inspiration, wisdom, and a sense of connection to readers worldwide who seek to deepen their understanding and practice of mindfulness.
Compassion
Disarming the Narcissist 

Dr. Michael Gervais speaks with clinical social worker Wendy Behary about how to identify and approach someone with narcissistic tendencies. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • July 7, 2017
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Interviews
Wise Judgement 

Law professor, mindfulness instructor, and former judge Gretchen Rohr on the ways mindful-ness and justice intersect. Read More 

  • Victoria Dawson
  • April 1, 2017
Voices
Richard Goerling: Mindful Policing 

Richard Goerling, a police lieutenant, talks about how mindful and empathic policing will help police, and the people they have sworn to serve and protect. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • March 16, 2017
Voices
Tim Ryan: A Mindful Coalition 

A meditation and yoga practitioner himself, Ryan shares his views on ways in which mindfulness can help veterans and enable positive social and political change through cooperation. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • March 9, 2017
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Anxiety
Fight Back Without Empowering What You’re Fighting Against 

We should always fight for what’s right. But when we’re on the defensive, our brains contract around that feeling, and that affects how we respond—with more reactivity (we've all seen our friends Facebook updates lately), which can stifle skillful action. How do we let go, and still keep going? Read More 

  • Stephany Tlalka
  • February 23, 2017
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