Compassion
Helping Black Men and Boys Find Peace Within
Kenneth Bourne shares how mindfulness shaped his path of healing and joy, and how he teaches others how to cultivate peace within themselves.
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joy
Focus
The Power of Leading with Appreciative Joy
It’s not always easy to show up with genuine happiness and gratitude, especially when we’re facing personal or organizational challenges. That’s why appreciative joy is powerful: By seeing the good even in adversity, we gain a balanced perspective, harmony, and resilience.
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Compassion
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.
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Wonder and Awe
How Do You Spark Your Sense of Wonder?
Mindful readers share what sparks curiosity and awe.
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Compassion
How I Found My Way to Gratitude
Whether you think of it as the “greatest virtue,” as Cicero did, or “social glue,” as researchers do, gratitude has the power to change your life, if you let it. Kelly Barron shares how she learned to let gratitude change her.
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Calm
How Mindfulness Helps Me Thrive with Asthma
When Georgina Miranda was diagnosed with severe asthma, she realized how working with mindfulness could help her find the courage not only to summit mountains, but also to slow down and embrace taking things one breath at a time.
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Audio
A 12-Minute Meditation to Create Inner Balance in the Face of Change
Life is rarely, if ever, constant. And it can be difficult to remain balanced in the midst of change. Susan Bauer-Wu shares a guided meditation to ground us in the present moment and cultivate equanimity.
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Compassion
How to Practice the Fine Art of Small
Jane Anne Staw offers two ways to pause and find a little joy in your day.
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Anxiety
How to Show Up Intentionally and Lovingly in Difficult Situations
Shalini Bahl-Milne shares three mindful steps that empower us to be present and act with integrity and joyfulness.
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Compassion
Be Kind to Yourself
Mindful’s editor-in-chief Heather Hurlock offers a gentle reminder to celebrate our connection, our diversity, and our essential humanity.
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