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Anxiety
Fight Back Without Empowering What You’re Fighting Against 

We should always fight for what’s right. But when we’re on the defensive, our brains contract around that feeling, and that affects how we respond—with more reactivity (we've all seen our friends Facebook updates lately), which can stifle skillful action. How do we let go, and still keep going? Read More 

  • Stephany Tlalka
  • February 23, 2017
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Calm
Mindfulness is Not a Panacea 

Mindfulness is not simply about being in the present moment. It's about knowing when to deal with difficulty and when we need to look after ourselves by perhaps deliberately practicing avoidance. Read More 

  • Patricia Rockman
  • December 1, 2016
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Compassion
A Matter of Death and Life 

High school seniors at The Harley School in Rochester, New York, have the option of taking a class called “hospice.” Most who sign up for it don’t know what they’re in for, but none of them forget the experience when it’s over. Read More 

  • Jennifer Campbell
  • January 21, 2016
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