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What We Know (Or Think We Know) About Happiness
When you don’t know what makes you happy, you can end up chasing illusions that only make you suffer. The secret to discovering happiness might be closer than you think. Read More 
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What Swimming Taught Me About Self-Compassion and Letting Go
Finding “easy speed” in the pool helped writer and meditation teacher Kelly Barron heal the wound of overachieving and stay loose in the face of resistance. Read More
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Research on How Mindfulness Changes the Brain (and How It Doesn’t)
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction may not change the structure of our brains, but scientists say that this isn’t necessarily a bad thing Read More
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How Your Phone Can Teach You Mindfulness
Every time you feel the urge to check your phone is an opportunity to pause, get curious about your experience, and practice present-moment awareness. Read More
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When It Comes to Workplace Well-Being, Leaders Need to Think Like a Scientist
Overusing the label of “wellness” is a growing market trend that indicates both employees and leaders are prioritizing health—but how can leaders find out which programs are worth their time or investment? In order to sift out the chaff, leaders need to ask the right questions and take an intentional, evidence-based approach to supporting their teams’ well-being. Read More
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How to Lead a More Human Workplace
A human workplace focused on employee well-being is crucial for maintaining and attracting top talent and setting people up for success. Here are eight ways leaders can create a culture where employees are healthy and happy. Read More
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How Mindfulness Can Help Us Feel Better More Often
The science of neuroplasticity tells us that what we practice grows. Qualities like self-compassion, non-judgmental awareness, and equanimity are pillars of mindfulness that we can nourish with regular practice. Read More
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How to Practice Breathing Meditation
Meditation teacher Diana Winston and researcher Susan Smalley address some of the most common concerns that come up when people first try mindful breathing meditation. Read More
Focus & Attention
A Guided Meditation to Rest in the Flow of Effortlessness
We often go about our day in a state of urgency and striving, rushing from one item on our to-do list to the next. This guided practice is designed to help you reset so you can go about your day with more focus and ease. Read More
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Paying Attention to the Space In Between
Focused attention isn’t always a matter of life or death—but when we can bring exactly what we’re experiencing into focus, we might surprise ourselves with what’s revealed. Read More
