Expert Interviews
What it Means to Lighten: A Q&A with Yung Pueblo
Yung Pueblo talks with managing editor Stephanie Domet about how feeling lighter is accessible to all of us and what being of service means to him. Read More 
Features
Guided Meditations
Befriend Painful Emotions with the Handshake Practice
Science supports this four-step process for turning toward difficult emotions with acceptance. Read More
Body Scan
A Mindfulness Practice to Help Navigate Tough Moments
Powerful emotions are rooted in our body, in our physiology. Here’s a tool to help to discern what you need in difficult moments. Read More
Creativity
What Planting a Garden Taught Me About Self-Care and Community
For Nkoula Badila, planting a garden is a way to connect not only with nature, but also with herself, those she loves, and her history. She reminds us that sometimes, what we need most is to give ourselves the right conditions to thrive. Read More
Guided Meditations
A 12-Minute Meditation to Cultivate an Open Heart
During times of crisis and uncertainty, touching into your groundedness while remaining open can help you find calm—and inspire others to do the same. Meena Srinivasan offers a guided practice for staying both rooted and open. Read More
Magazine
10 Powerful Women of the Mindfulness Movement: 2022
In our fourth annual focus on women leaders of the mindfulness movement, ten women share what they’ve learned about living a life of meaning and purpose and how cultivating happiness fits into the equation. Read More
Loving-Kindness & Compassion
The Power of Sustainable Self-Care
Shelly Tygielski explores how consistently showing up for yourself first lays the foundation for our life’s purpose—showing up for others—and how to create your own self-care practice. Read More
Magazine
4 Simple Ways to Bring Nature Into Your Busy Life
Three garden experts share how they connect with nature and offer some tips on how you can bring a little greenery into your life. Read More
Learn
Why Spontaneity Is a Key Ingredient in Romantic Relationships
Our brains crave novelty. Neuroscientist and writer Stephanie Cacioppo explores whether or not unpredictable events might invigorate love, and how we can benefit from making more room for improvisation in our relationships. Read More
Depression & Grief
Why Survivors of Gun Violence Are Turning to Mindfulness
The winding path of grief can be complicated by trauma. For survivors of gun violence, mindfulness can help people navigate their pain and support post-traumatic growth, one breath at a time. Read More
