Compassion
Why Is It So Hard to Apologize?
“I’m sorry.” Those two little words can be so hard to say. Research reveals why we struggle to apologize. Read More 
Mindfulness Research
Stay at the forefront of mindfulness science with Mindful.org's Mindfulness Research category. Here, we delve into the latest studies and findings that reveal the science behind mindfulness. Understand how mindfulness practices can impact the brain, enhance cognitive functions, and improve overall health and well-being. Our in-depth articles and analyses translate complex research into actionable insights, keeping you informed and knowledgeable about the empirical evidence supporting mindfulness.
Category: Mindfulness Research
Compassion
New Research on Mindfulness and Forgiveness
Does practicing mindfulness regularly makes us more likely to forgive? New research finds a surprising connection between meditation and forgiveness. Read More
Calm
Three Research-Backed Benefits of Mindfulness at Work
Studies find that mindfulness training increases confidence, intelligence, and focus at work, leading to greater well-being. Read More
Anxiety
When Meditation Meets Deep, Collective Human Values
Joe Flanders explores whether positive values emerge automatically from mindfulness practice, or if we need to explicitly explore and cultivate them. Read More
Calm
The Best Science-Backed Mindfulness Practices for Stress
A new study compares different mindfulness practices with the aim of discovering which one is most helpful for dealing with stress. Read More
Compassion
Why Your Brain Loves Kindness
Daniel Goleman explores how loving-kindness practices impact both early and advanced meditators in this video. Read More
Anxiety
Why Schools in England Are Teaching Mindfulness
The UK Government has for the first time invested public funds to study the benefits of mindfulness in the classroom. Read More
Calm
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
Compassion
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
Calm
The Transformative Effects of Mindful Self-Compassion
Leading experts on mindful self-compassion Drs. Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer share how self-kindness, recognition of our humanity, and mindfulness give us the strength to thrive. Read More
