Kids and Teens
How to Avoid A Poorly Designed School Mindfulness Program
Designing and instituting a program for mindfulness in schools is fraught with potential problems. Here’s how to avoid having a poorly-designed program. 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.
Mindfulness Research
Can Mice Meditate? These Neuroscientists Think So
Researchers at the University of Oregon designed "The Mouse Meditation Project" to explore the connection between stress, brain activity, and meditation. Read More
Calm
What You Practice Grows Stronger
When it comes to making changes, we all have one habit in common that holds us back: self-judgement. The neuroscience of mindfulness suggests lasting change requires a softer touch. Read More
Calm
Do Mindful People Have a Stronger Sense of Self?
Mindful people might be happier because they cultivate non-judgmental awareness of their thoughts, which allows them to better understand who they really are, suggests a new study. Read More
Anxiety
Present-Moment Awareness Buffers the Effects of Daily Stress
New research shows that present-moment awareness, a key feature of mindfulness, increases stress resilience and well-being. Read More
Focus
The Mind Isn’t an Object, It’s a Process
What if your mind was actually much more than the fleshy pink matter resting inside your skull? Read More
Calm
Your Dog is Socializing You—For the Better
A new study suggests that when dogs are around, groups are closer, more cooperative, and more trusting. Read More
Calm
Meditators Have Younger Brains
When researchers at UCLA compared the brains of meditators to non-meditators they found that meditator’s brains were almost a decade younger by the time people reach their mid 50s. Read More
Calm
How Practice Affects Our Brains
From the greatest musicians and athletes to rookie meditators, practice helps us get better, and more confident. But how? This short animation delves into the research behind effectively training the brain. Read More
Audio
Your Breath is Your Brain’s Remote Control
A study has found evidence to show that there is actually a direct link between nasal breathing and our cognitive functions. Read More
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