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New Research on Mindfulness Meditation: Summer 2020
A roundup of new mindfulness research on improving stress resilience, taking your practice outdoors, and lessening cognitive decline.
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The Benefits of Being Mindful Outdoors
While most of us are likely to meditate indoors, a review of scientific research indicates that the mental and physical benefits of practicing mindfulness in nature may be considerable.
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The Healing Power of Wild Places
Spending time in nature makes us happier, boosts our immune system, and increases our attention span.
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A One-Minute Grounding Meditation in Nature
Feeling frazzled? Nature can support us in settling down. Try this short grounding meditation practice with Cara Bradley (tree stump optional).
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Why Your Office Needs More Nature
Research finds that sunlight and natural elements in the workplace may improve workers' moods and job satisfaction.
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Three Mindful Books to Read this Summer
Add these books to your summer reading list. Plus, two mindful podcasts and videos worthy of your time.
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Anxiety
How Trees Help You Stress Less
Research suggests that being around trees is good for our mental and social well-being.
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Why Is Nature So Good for Your Mental Health?
A new study suggests that nature may make us happier and healthier because it inspires awe.
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Meditating on the Beauty and the Devastation of our Natural World
Mark Coleman explores the paradox of continuing to open our hearts to the beauty of the natural world while also feeling the deep pain of losing what we love.
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The Mindfulness of Mary Oliver
By illuminating the wonder found in the everyday, her award-winning poems remind us to slow down and experience the present moment in all its glory.
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