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Anxiety
How Mindfulness Can Help Us Feel Better More Often 

The science of neuroplasticity tells us that what we practice grows. Qualities like self-compassion, non-judgmental awareness, and equanimity are pillars of mindfulness that we can nourish with regular practice. Read More 

  • Diana Winston and Susan Smalley
  • April 19, 2023
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Compassion
How Mindfulness Moves Us 

When hard things happen and we’re left with all our messy emotions, our mindfulness practice can help us shift and welcome joy. Read More 

  • Heather Hurlock
  • February 14, 2023
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12 Minute Meditation
Try the HALT Practice to Tune In to What Your Body Needs 

Sometimes we need to drop into our body to discern what we need in this moment. The four questions in this practice allow us to self-regulate by attending to what our difficult emotions or physical sensations may be telling us. Read More 

  • Christopher Willard
  • December 15, 2022
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Compassion
Gratitude for the Lousy Ingrate 

If platitudes like “be grateful” tend to light a fire of rage in you, you’re not alone—and you may benefit from a slightly different path to accessing the many gifts of a regular gratitude practice. Read More 

  • Stephanie Domet, Elaine Smookler, Shauna Shapiro, Barry Boyce, Gina Rollo White, and Georgina Miranda
  • October 25, 2022
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Difficult Experiences & Emotions
Pain Opens a Door 

Mindfulness teacher Vidyamala Burch opens up about her firsthand experience with the power of mindfulness and compassion to support those living with chronic pain. Read More 

  • Ava Whitney-Coulter
  • October 25, 2022
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