Mental Fitness is Replacing Mindfulness—But is That a Problem?
The rise of “mental fitness” and optimization-focused tools is reframing mindfulness as performance rather than awareness. But is that really an issue? Read More ›
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Getting StartedThinking things should be a certain way, every time, can get us in trouble. Same goes with meditation. Try practicing with the following tips in mind. Read More ›
Podcasts & AudioWhen we're facing the unknown, our thoughts and emotions often go into overdrive and we lose sight of being kind to ourselves. Mark Bertin reminds us that we are not alone and offers a practice to work with uncertainty. Read More ›
Podcasts & AudioWhether you’re letting go of the old, embracing the new, or both, this meditation is perfect for meeting transition with curiosity and care. Read More ›
Podcasts & AudioJenée Johnson leads a practice to foster returning to ourselves whenever our mind wanders. Read More ›
Podcasts & AudioA 20-minute meditation from Jon Kabat-Zinn to allow you to tap into your capacity to be in touch with your experience, and be awake and aware with no agenda other than to be awake and aware. Read More ›
Mindfulness ForThis week, Kelly Boys leads us in a body scan meditation to let go of stress we may be holding in our bodies so we can surrender into rest. Read More ›

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Start your 12-minute sit with guided meditations from today’s leading mindfulness experts, brought to you by Mindful. Press play on this week’s episode, or browse past practices.
Physical Health & PainOur hands carry, fold, type, hold, grasp, and steady us all day long. Try these mindful techniques for releasing tension when your hands and wrists need a little extra TLC. Read More ›
Personal EssaysAs mindfulness practices have gained popularity, a subtle shift has occurred around how we view these techniques and what we expect of them. Writer Angela Stubbs examines what she calls “the wellness trap” and asks: Have we lost sight of the original intent of mindfulness? And do we miss out on the true potency of this practice when we start to demand too much of it? Read More ›