Mindfulness Research

Stay at the forefront of mindfulness science with Mindful.org's Mindfulness Research category. Here, we delve into the latest studies and findings that reveal the science behind mindfulness. Understand how mindfulness practices can impact the brain, enhance cognitive functions, and improve overall health and well-being. Our in-depth articles and analyses translate complex research into actionable insights, keeping you informed and knowledgeable about the empirical evidence supporting mindfulness.

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Mindfulness Research
How Mindfulness Shifts Our Perception of Time 

The passage of time seems to speed up as we get older—but research finds this unnerving phenomenon may be allayed by learning to more attentively savor all the familiar details of our lives. Read More 

  • Sharon Begley
  • February 4, 2021
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Calm
You Are Not Your Moods 

Mindfulness experts explore the difference between moods and emotions, where moods come from, and how to unhook from them. Read More 

  • Steve Calechman
  • January 27, 2021
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Compassion
How to Start a Mindful Journaling Practice 

Writing mindfully can loosen the grip of sticky emotions by bringing them out of the dark. With just a pen and paper, or an app, we can create the habit of being there for ourselves. Read More 

  • Amber Tucker
  • December 23, 2020
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Compassion
Empathy Fatigue is All Too Real 

Feeling empathy for others’ pain is innately human, but it can be stretched too thin. Here’s why we get numbed to horrific events—and how to preserve our tenderness and our desire to help. Read More 

  • Sharon Begley
  • October 22, 2020
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