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Boost your focus and productivity with our curated articles, tips, and exercises. Make mindfulness your tool for better concentration

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The Quest to Live Forever 

Some scientists are working on making the last stages of life a little healthier, others are trying to extend life, and still others are hoping to make death obsolete. Read More 

  • Sharon Begley
  • April 30, 2018
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How Busy Working Parents Can Make Time for Mindfulness 

Michelle Gale was working as Twitter's head of learning and development while also raising a family, and struggled to fit mindfulness into her busy lifestyle. Here, she gives tips on how to practice awareness by building it into your daily routine. Read More 

  • Michelle Gale
  • April 12, 2018
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Four Self-Care Habits to Practice at Work 

We are our own worst critic — and it could be holding us back in the workplace. Here are four ways to stop being so hard on ourselves and use simple moments during the day to wind down when we feel overwhelmed. Read More 

  • Leah Weiss
  • April 3, 2018
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The Mindful Kitchen: A Lively Bunch 

Springtime yields incredible carrots: small, sweet, served up at farmers markets with bushy tops still intact. Try this mindful recipe and savor the bounty. Read More 

  • Claire Zimmerman
  • April 1, 2018
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Finding Purpose on the Job 

One person's day job is another's calling — Research suggests disposition and personality do play a huge role in how we experience our work. Here are 8 tips for building a sense of purpose by weaving everyday actions into the big picture. Read More 

  • Leah Weiss
  • March 1, 2018
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