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.

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

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

Anxiety

Being Present with Cancer

Fear. Uncertainty about the future. Some of the most difficult elements of the cancer experience are well-suited for mindfulness, and 20 years of research into Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery (MBCR) is beginning to bear out the benefits. Plus — try this breathing meditation to alleviate insomnia. Read More

Lu Hanessian
February 22, 2017

Voices

Remembering the Japanese American Internment

A mindful reflection on vulnerability and courage in the face of extreme external situations that you cannot change. Read More

Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu
February 20, 2017

Interviews

Finding Mastery: A Conversation with Michael Gervais and Jewel

Dr. Michael Gervais speaks with singer-songwriter Jewel and Wisdom 2.0 founder Soren Gordhamer about the hard work it takes to figure out who you truly are. Read More

Mindful Staff
February 9, 2017

Anxiety

How Prisoners Practice Mindfulness Amidst Chaos

Close the gap between everyday living and meditation with this mindful moment practice tailored for maximum security inmates. Read More

Tony Bernhard
January 17, 2017

Calm

5 Questions to Keep Your Meditation Practice Going

Through routine meditation, we can better cope with everyday stressors: when difficulties arise, we're more likely to access memories of stability that we've been practicing. Read More

Elisha Goldstein
January 13, 2017

Calm

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

Voices

The Top 10 Mindful Books from 2016

The Mindful Editors sifted through mindfulness reads to offer up the best mindful reads of the year. Read More

Mindful Staff
December 19, 2016

Calm

6 Mindful Books for Building Resilience

The Mindful Editors sifted through mindfulness reads to offer up this short list of books to help you keep the season bright. Read More

Mindful Staff
November 30, 2016

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