Calm
Can Mindfulness Save Democracy?
Politics have a way of sparking anger within us. By introducing a little mindfulness, we begin to create the space we need to shift out of old patterns. Read More 
Science
Discover the empirical world of mindfulness and meditation within the Science category at Mindful.org. Our content bridges the gap between ancient practices and modern science, offering a deep dive into how mindfulness can positively affect our brains, bodies, and behavior. Explore a wealth of articles that unpack cutting-edge research, interview leading scientists, and present evidence-based benefits of mindfulness for health, work, relationships, and more.
Anxiety
The Science of How Mindfulness Relieves Post Traumatic Stress
An exploration of how traumatic stress affects the brain, and the research suggesting that mindfulness practices may help individuals be more equipped to handle the emotional and physical distress of PTSD. Read More
Compassion
Being Empathic Doesn’t Make You a Pushover
A new study finds that more prosocial people are less aggressive in competition—but they tend to win out in the long run. Read More
Mindfulness Research
Training the Brains of Warriors
Neuroscientist Amishi Jha explores how the military is using mindfulness to tap into calm and focussed attention under extreme stress. Read More
Mindfulness Research
What’s Exciting at Mindful This Month
Mindful Editor Anne Alexander shares the stories that caught her attention and how they came about. Read More
Focus
What Science Reveals About Gratitude’s Impact on the Brain
New research sheds light on the physiology of gratitude, bringing us closer to being able to understand and harness the health benefits of this powerful emotion. Read More
Anxiety
Just One Week of Mindfulness Meditation Can Help Ease Stress
Practicing mindfulness is linked to better coping flexibility and decreased stress levels. Read More
Anxiety
Can Mindfulness Treat Chronic Back Pain?
A recent study reveals 8 weeks of mindfulness-based and cognitive therapies (MBCT) may ease chronic low back pain. Read More
Anxiety
The Mindful Way Through Depression
In this Ted Talk, Zindel Segal explains how mindfulness works to treat depression. Read More
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
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