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Breathing Meditations
A Meditation for Opening Up 

Openness is a quality of being that helps us give space to things. Explore this meditation practice to let go of the familiar and become aware of spaciousness. Read More 

  • Frank Ostaseski
  • November 21, 2018
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Expert Interviews
Why Vulnerability is Your Superpower 

Dr. Michael Gervais speaks with author and researcher Dr. Brené Brown about the relationship between vulnerability and courage, and what it takes to show up even when you can't control the outcome. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • November 20, 2018
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Mindfulness For
Explore Anxiety with Mindfulness 

Bob Stahl unpacks what anxiety actually is, how those who struggle with anxiety can harness the benefits of mindfulness, and offers a mindful writing exercise to reduce anxiety. Read More 

  • Bob Stahl
  • November 19, 2018
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Loving-Kindness & Compassion
Six Signs of a Strong Friendship 

Philosopher and author Alain de Botton explains how a good friend can enrich our lives, even when we’re at our lowest. Read More 

  • Nicole Bayes-Fleming
  • November 16, 2018
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Mindfulness For
The Art of Gathering 

How intentional gatherings can deepen our connections with loved ones, and make routine events fun again. Read More 

  • Emily Sernaker
  • November 15, 2018
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Gratitude
A Simple Mindful Gratitude Exercise 

Science suggests that expressing true gratitude boosts your health and spreads happiness. Here are a few simple exercises to help you build your capacity for gratitude. Read More 

  • Stephanie Domet
  • November 13, 2018
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Magazine
Let Go Of Your Labels: A Mindful Practice 

When we become too certain or fixed upon any given label, we restrict our chance to experience life’s vast array of surprises and opportunities. Here’s how we can take the tiny boxes we place ourselves in a little less seriously. Read More 

  • Elaine Smookler
  • November 12, 2018
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