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Every relationship you have - romantic, family, friendships, colleagues - is shaped by how present you are in it. Learn how mindfulness practices can improve communication, deepen connection, and help you navigate conflict.
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Expert Interviews
Feeling Lonely? Embrace Compassion 

In a world driven by competition and comparison, Sharon Salzberg contends shifting our definition of love might be the key to reconnecting to what matters most. Read More 

  • Sharon Salzberg
  • March 1, 2019
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Learn
Mind(ful) Your Manners 

Point of View Podcast Episode 8: The essence of rudeness is not making room for others. Editor-in-Chief Barry Boyce and Editor Stephanie Domet talk about the direct line between mindfulness and manners. Read More 

  • Barry Boyce
  • February 27, 2019
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Loving-Kindness & Compassion
Can Mindfulness Make Us Less Mean to Our Mates? 

Mindfulness shows us not every breath is pleasant. Likewise, not every moment of our love life makes us swoon. Explore a simple technique to see the good in your mate when you need to curb some excessive judgyness. Read More 

  • Cheryl Fraser
  • February 11, 2019
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Focus & Attention
The Science of Staying in Love 

This video from BigThink explores what goes on in the brain when we fall in love, and how we can sustain long-term relationships. Read More 

  • Nicole Bayes-Fleming
  • February 8, 2019
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Magazine
The Good News about Being Wrong 

No one likes making mistakes or (even worse) admitting them. But there’s wisdom and resilience to be gleaned by learning to accept and acknowledge when you are wrong. Read More 

  • Elaine Smookler
  • February 4, 2019
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Loving-Kindness & Compassion
How to Find Your Self-Care Squad 

Building communities of care creates a culture of compassion and accountability, inspiring you to be the best version of yourself. Read More 

  • Shelly Tygielski
  • January 23, 2019
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Focus & Attention
“No” Is A Complete Sentence 

“No” is a word most of us use too infrequently. And, what’s worse, when we say “No” we usually add on all sorts of wheedly explanations. But “No” is a complete sentence, and here’s why. Read More 

  • Shelly Tygielski
  • January 16, 2019
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