Mental Health

Mindful.org's mental health category is a compassionate space dedicated to supporting your psychological well-being. Our expertly curated content offers insights into mindfulness practices that foster emotional balance, resilience, and healing. From in-depth articles to practical tips and guided exercises, discover how mindfulness can be a transformative tool in managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges, promoting a healthier, more mindful life.
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Mental Health
The Power and Pitfalls of the Human Need for Bias 

Bias is a natural human tendency that can be both helpful and harmful. While biases serve as shortcuts for quick decision-making, they can also lead to prejudice and hinder personal growth. By learning how to recognize our biases, we can strive for a more balanced outlook. Read More 

  • Barry Boyce
  • July 7, 2023
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Kids & Teens
How Self-Compassion Can Improve Teen Mental Health 

Research has demonstrated that cultivating self-compassion—learning how to be kind and supportive to oneself—can act as a shield for teenagers against the negative impacts of social media, trauma, depression, and various other challenges. While self-compassion is not a magical solution, it can help alleviate some of the difficulties that adolescents encounter on a daily basis. Read More 

  • Dr. Karen Bluth
  • June 15, 2023
Calm
Burnout Podcast 

While burnout is never solely your responsibility to fix, mindfulness can help us navigate the individual and systemic solutions. We're launching a new podcast called Burnout to address the crisis and provide resources to safeguard your well-being so you can show up with skill. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • November 15, 2021
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