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Illustration of a woman sitting cross-legged on a yoga matt in her living room with a cat by her feet. She's imagining a tropical beach.
Calm

It Matters Why You Meditate 

Research suggests that the way you view your emotional and psychological life may influence your reasons for meditating, and how much benefit you get from the practice. Read More 

  • Mara Gulens
  • July 14, 2022
How the Arts Can Bring Healing to Healthcare—Colored pencils are laid out on a white surface, with the points toward a gap in the shape of a heart.
Anxiety

How the Arts Can Bring Healing to Healthcare 

We often think of art and science as separate or even opposites, yet there’s a growing wave of organizations, medical school programs, and people exploring the ways in which the two fields overlap. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • April 19, 2022
The Science of Gratitude—A woman lays on grass outdoors and looks up at the sky. Along the border are flowers, birds, and butterflies.
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The Science of Gratitude 

Research shows gratitude isn’t just a pleasant feeling—being grateful can also support greater health, happiness, and wisdom in ourselves and our communities. Read More 

  • Misty Pratt
  • February 17, 2022
The science of curiosity
Focus

The Science of Curiosity 

The thrill of curiosity can motivate us to learn—or it can send us hurtling into rabbit holes and habit loops. Dr. Judson Brewer breaks down what this inner drive has to do with shifting our most ingrained habits. Read More 

  • Judson Brewer
  • January 6, 2022
toward self-discovery
Anxiety

A Savory Journey Toward Self-Discovery 

Amit Bernstein discovered his life's purpose sailing through Thailand. Now he's researching the ways mindfulness can help alleviate suffering and promote human flourishing. Read More 

  • Oyinda Lagunju
  • May 14, 2021
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