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Parenting & Family

Parenting is one of the most rewarding and demanding things you'll ever do. Mindfulness can help you stay patient, present, and connected with your family - even on the days when nothing goes according to plan.
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Mindfulness For
Mindful Parenting (video) 

Parenting expert Susan Stiffelman explains how to come alongside—rather than AT—our kids to foster receptivity. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • February 18, 2014
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Kids & Teens
Mindful Summer Camps 

Kids can enjoy hiking, swimming, and s’mores—and opt for yoga and meditation, too. Check out what’s available this summer. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • February 17, 2014
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Magazine
Thriving at Thanksgiving 

Thanksgiving invites us with the promise of togetherness, but can end in stress if we're not careful. Here's a few tips to mindfully maintain the spirit of the holidays.  Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • November 27, 2013
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Expert Interviews
Mindful Birthing (Video) 

Nancy Bardacke, author of Mindful Birthing, talks about the Mindfulness-Based Childbirth and Parenting program.  Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • November 18, 2013
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Expert Interviews
Empathy 101 

Daniel Goleman looks at three types of empathy that leaders, teachers, and parents should have.  Read More 

  • Daniel Goleman
  • October 8, 2013
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