Compassion
The Art of Admiring: A Mindful Lesson from a Toy Camera
How one photo-addicted mom found mindfulness in her daughter's toy camera. Plus, a simple noticing practice for non-judgemental awareness. Read More 
Mindful Living Skills
Daily Practices
5 Ways to Kick Bad Habits
How to finally get rid of those pesky old habits that no longer serve you. Read More
Calm
5 Ways to Organize Your Phone to Unhijack Your Mind
Your phone was built to distract you. Here are a few simple things you can do from your home screen to create a more mindful experience. Read More
Mindful Movement
Step Into Spring With Resources for Mindful Running
Take your mindfulness practice outdoors and tune into your body—no need for pump-up jams and gym memberships. Read More
Focus
Why Our Brain Thrives on Mistakes
A slowly growing body of research suggests that our common aversion to failure is itself a failed strategy. Being curious about our mistakes is the royal road to learning. And mindful techniques can help. Read More
Calm
Why You Should Take a Relaxing Lunch Break
According to a new study, we concentrate better and feel less stressed when we purposefully detach from work and enjoy a real break. Read More
Compassion
How the Brain Changes When We Practice Knowing Our Minds
Practicing self-affirmation wires your brain to recognize your own brand of failure, reducing the defensiveness that can hinder performance improvement. Read More
Calm
Two Ways Forgiveness Helps You Through Tough Times
Why the best way to recover might be to let go. Read More
Anxiety
3 Ways to Get Back Into Meditation
Christine Carter knows meditation is good for her—but she still avoids it. Here’s how she’s trying to change. Read More
Calm
5 Ways Sadness is Good for You
Scientists are finding out how sadness works in the brain—and they're discovering that it can confer important advantages. Read More
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