Compassion
Why You Shouldn’t Believe in Soulmates
Our brains can’t help but compare the imperfect human snoring beside us to the ideal hunk in our heads. But around the corner there isn’t someone better—only someone different. Read More 
Compassion
Dive into the world of compassion through mindful practices, articles, and advice. Learn to empathize better and spread kindness in your community.
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A Father’s Day Gift of Mindfulness
Try this basic mediation for allowing thoughts to roll by like clouds—A gift to us all for Father's Day. Read More
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Touch the One You Love
The research is conclusive: Physical contact is good for both mind and body. Read More
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Where Does Kindness Come From?
A new study fuses methods from several different branches of science to reveal the forces that shape kindness. Read More
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How Mindfulness Can Save the Planet
Eight steps to a greener, more sustainable world. Read More
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Happy People Don’t Need to Feel Superior
A new study suggests that happy people avoid the trap of social comparison. Read More
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The Mindful Guide to Straight Talk
Nine tips for keeping it real while engaging in meaningful communication. Read More
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How to Find Your Power—and Avoid Abusing It
In an adaptation from his new book, Dacher Keltner explains the secret to gaining and keeping power: focus on the good of others. Read More
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How High Is Your Social IQ?
Ironically, being quiet for a while is the best way to boost it. Read More
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A Focused-Awareness Practice for Connecting with Pleasure
The goal of this mindfulness practice is breath into your whole body, including making a connection between your breath and your pelvic floor. Read More
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