When we get overwhelmed by vicarious trauma, we tend to shut down in order to protect ourselves. Dr. Shalini Bahl offers three essential steps to return to ourselves so that we can stay present without overwhelm or burnout. Read More 
Without words, the Buddhist monks at the heart of the Walk for Peace are asking: What if peace is not an external state we hope for, but an internal state we generate and share? Read More
Many fail in leadership positions, despite outstanding individual performance. Daniel Goleman explains that they often miss two important mental stances, which the best leaders understand as critical to the job. Read More
While the challenges of mindfulness practices are real, research confirms that mindfulness can also be helpful in preventing relapses into depression and reduce healthcare visits. Read More
Teaching kids gratitude is important—but how do you shift it from the abstract to the practical? Here are 7 family gratitude practices to make thankfulness a natural habit. Read More
Some highlights from the world of mindfulness, where people are seeking connection, solidarity, and compassion in a struggling world. Read More
Like many other areas in life, mindfulness can bring us the deepest benefits when we engage in regular practice. Easier said than done, we know—so we’ve crafted this guide to help you ask the right questions, set intentions, and experience the joy of staying with your practice. Read More
This year's Mindful editors share their picks for the best mindfulness books this year. Read More
On the surface, it might seem like requiring mindfulness in schools is a great idea. But are there potential downsides? Alex Tzelnic explores what mandated mindfulness might be missing, and how we can make it truly beneficial for students and teachers. Read More
Writing by hand can stimulate the brain in ways that typing simply does not. It can also be a meditative practice. Read More
