Cultivating a Sense of Presence and Awareness
Meditation is often done eyes closed. Soft-gaze meditation can broaden our visual field and encourage an open, receptive quality of attention. Read More 
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Mindful Listening: Attuning to What’s Present
Bringing awareness to our sensory experiences enhances how we operate in the world, no matter where we are. Read More
Relationships
Why Our Brains Love Gossip
Dacher Keltner, director of the Berkeley Social Interaction Lab, explains how gossip can be a social practice that works for the greater good. Read More
Guided Meditations
A 15-Minute Meditation for Self-Acceptance
On some level, many of us are healing from perfectionism, but with mindfulness we can learn to embrace our flaws. Cheryl Jones, founder of The Mindful Path, shares a guided practice to be with ourselves as we are. Read More
Mini-Course
How Embracing Uncertainty Leads To Fulfillment
When we hone our attention to the subtleties of impermanence that are inherent in every breath, we step into our lives with integrity, compassion, forgiveness, and love. Read More
Meditation
Interested in Meditation? Here Are the Basics
Meditation is a core mindfulness practice that you can customize to meet you where you are, bring your attention to the present moment, and engage in more compassion and connection. Here’s what you need to know to get started. Read More
Digital Guides
9 Mindful Habits for Well-Being
A simple guide to help you build well-being into your routine. Read More
Mental Health
Responding to the Mental Health Crisis in Healthcare
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in support of frontline healthcare workers, we’re highlighting the struggle that so many are facing. Read More
Voices
A Savory Journey Toward Self-Discovery
Amit Bernstein discovered his life's purpose sailing through Thailand. Now he's researching the ways mindfulness can help alleviate suffering and promote human flourishing. Read More
Well-Being
6 Meditation Apps That Are Worth the Price Tag
Thinking about signing up for a subscription-based mindfulness experience? Here are our four favorite premium mindfulness apps to consider—plus, two extra self-care apps that caught our attention. Read More
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