Mental Health

Mindful.org's mental health category is a compassionate space dedicated to supporting your psychological well-being. Our expertly curated content offers insights into mindfulness practices that foster emotional balance, resilience, and healing. From in-depth articles to practical tips and guided exercises, discover how mindfulness can be a transformative tool in managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges, promoting a healthier, more mindful life.
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Health
5 Minutes of Mindfulness Brings Real Benefits, According to Science 

Don’t have time to sit down for a lengthy meditation session? As it turns out, you don’t need to. New research shows that mere minutes of mindfulness each day, sometimes called a "micropractice," can go a long way in supporting our mental health—without wrecking our schedule. Read More 

  • Misty Pratt
  • September 5, 2024
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Focus
The Potential (and Pitfalls) of Yoga and Meditation for Mental Health 

In her new book, All in Her Head: How Gender Bias Harms Women’s Mental Health, science writer Misty Pratt evaluates research and offers advice on trying yoga and meditation to support mental well-being—including why it’s important to adapt these popular practices to what your own mind and body need. Read More 

  • Misty Pratt
  • May 30, 2024
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Anxiety
Mindfulness for Grief and Loss 

Grief is different for everyone, and it can change over time. Mindfulness can support us in healing and self-discovery after loss and change. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • March 18, 2024
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