Mindfulness Research
Can Meditation Lead to Lasting Change?
A new book reveals how long-term meditation can lead to profound improvements in our mind, brain, and body. 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
How Your Own Mind Can Reduce the Fear of Giving Birth
A new study offers encouraging news to expectant mothers and their families about finding resilience during this very challenging time. Read More
Calm
How Many Different Human Emotions Are There?
A new study identifies 27 categories of emotion and shows how they blend together in our everyday experience. Read More
Calm
Which Style of Meditation is Best for You?
Here’s what the research says about the benefits of different kinds of meditations—Plus, three questions to ask to find the style best for you. Read More
Focus
How Mindfulness Beats Job Stress and Burnout
Two new studies reveal how mindfulness may help create work/life habits that help you leave work at work, deal with stress, and remain self-aware and alert. Read More
Calm
How Meditation Protects the Aging Brain from Decline
A string of recent research suggests regular meditation practice may boost mental flexibility and focus, offering powerful protection against cognitive decline. Read More
Calm
Daily Meditation Can Keep Athletes Primed for Training
Like physical exercise, sustaining the benefits of mindfulness takes practice. Read More
Focus
How Creativity Frees the Mind
Hugh Delehanty embarks on a creativity and mindfulness retreat, where he discovers that the key to being creative is to strip away all but the essentials of who and what you are. Read More
Calm
How Awe Brings People Together
A series of experiments suggest that awe causes us to have a smaller sense of self, which shapes our social networks in positive ways. Read More
Compassion
How Gratitude Changes You and Your Brain
New research is starting to explore how gratitude works to improve our mental health. Read More
