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The Study of Human Flourishing and Other Mindful News—Illustration of eight diverse people putting their hands in the middle of the semi-circle they're forming, with smiling expressions. The background is light yellow.
Mindfulness Research
The Study of Human Flourishing and Other Mindful News 

From the initiative to rewrite Wikipedia’s catalog on the continent of Africa to taking a closer look at what it means for all of us to thrive, here’s what’s new in the world of mindfulness. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • February 15, 2022
9 Mindful Books to Cultivate Calm and Stay On Task
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9 Mindful Books to Cultivate Calm and Stay On Task 

From calming mindfulness practices to a deep dive on the science of dopamine addiction, here are nine books and three podcasts the Mindful editors recommend. Read More 

  • Oyinda Lagunju, Amber Tucker, Kylee Ross, Stephanie Domet, and Ava Whitney-Coulter
  • February 15, 2022
How to Stay When You Want to Run
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How to Stay When You Want to Run 

Mindful meditation might overwhelm you some days, and underwhelm you others. With a little practice, you can stay curious and engaged, when you might otherwise run. Read More 

  • Elaine Smookler
  • February 15, 2022
How Integrity Can Heal Burnout - A group of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers walking down a hallway in scrubs and uniforms
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How Integrity Can Heal Burnout 

Evidence from healthcare worker communities shows how strengthening our moral resilience, with support by mindfulness, can help us avoid overwhelm at work. Read More 

  • Caren Osten Gerszberg
  • January 27, 2022
The science of curiosity
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The Science of Curiosity 

The thrill of curiosity can motivate us to learn—or it can send us hurtling into rabbit holes and habit loops. Dr. Judson Brewer breaks down what this inner drive has to do with shifting our most ingrained habits. Read More 

  • Judson Brewer
  • January 6, 2022
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