Growing Happiness is a blog about mindfulness and relationships, written by Mary Ann Christie Burnside, Ed.D. Mary Ann is a developmental psychologist who offers classroom-based mindfulness training for teachers and children in schools; a variety of mindfulness programs to adults and children in other settings, such… Read More 
With today’s 24/7 demands, our attention is fractured and we’re forced to focus on what’s urgent, not what's important. But it doesn’t have to be that way, says Janice Marturano. Read More
Charles Johnson's new neighbor had hardly settled in when all hell broke loose—or so it seemed. Read More
The Oscar-winning movie, The King's Speech, focused the world's attention on coping with stuttering. Here, Dr. Ian Ellis-Jones explains how mindfulness can help manage the speech disorder. Read More
When Ira Rifkin traveled to the jungles of Ecuador years ago, he discovered that though he was far from home, he had come closer to experiencing an authentic human connection. Read More
Betsy Nelson on how she did it, why it helps, and how you can too. Read More
"This essay began as a letter to my wife. She suggested I share it with others, and so I am sending it to you in hopes it can be of use."- In Peace, Mario Easevoli Read More
Jump into the pool with Tonya Nascimento. Experience the rhythm of your stroke, the comfort of the water holding you up, the rush of the water past your ears, the craziness of hundreds of people swimming in circles and spaced just so. Competitive swimmers, like all athletes, can benefit from practicing in the moment. Read More
The fear-response is a powerful emotional and physiological reaction that can be triggered by more than just an imminent physical threat. In this excerpt from his book The Mindfulness Solution, Ronald D. Siegel, PsyD, explores the human response to fear, and shows us how mindfulness can help manage it. Read More
Walk with Ronlyn Domingue as she takes in the sights one cool day in February, the natural surroundings offering insight and valuable opportunities for introspection. Read More
