Personal Essays
The Joy of Feeling Small
Awe doesn't always make us feel bigger or better about ourselves. Sometimes it reminds us of our "small self." We see that we’re part of something bigger—and that can be a relief. Read More 
Awe doesn't always make us feel bigger or better about ourselves. Sometimes it reminds us of our "small self." We see that we’re part of something bigger—and that can be a relief. Read More
You finally picked the job offer, chose the apartment, or committed to the relationship. So why does your stomach still feel like it's in knots? Read More
Discover how engaging in challenging yet meaningful activities can lead to a more fulfilling life. Psychologist Diana Hill shares six strategies to help you lean into discomfort, cultivate resilience, and expand your flexibility. Read More
What estranged parents and children need to know about memory, harm, and the limitations of our personal stories. Read More
Time on your own can teach you steadiness, awareness, and self-compassion, so you bring your whole self into your next relationship. Read More
One of the core principles of mindfulness is learning the practice of not reacting to everything that's going on inside and around us. But where do we begin? Read More
Ever wonder why your emails tend to be better when you wait a little before replying? Choosing to take a pause before we act may sound simple, but it yields powerful results. Longtime mindfulness teacher and author Andrew Safer shares a few ways we can practice pausing, both at our job and everywhere in our life. Read More
Jill Suttie unpacks a study that looks at the experience of awe, and how this unique emotional experience might be connected to why nature makes us happier and healthier. Read More
