Relationships
The Truth About Parasocial Relationships
Founding editor Barry Boyce reflects on why some kinds of relationships are ultimately unsatisfying, and what that means for how we engage with mindfulness.
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Compassion
What Does It All Mean?
Humans are inherently motivated to seek out fulfillment in their lives—to thrive, rather than simply survive. New research shows that meaning may be simple to find because it’s all around us.
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Compassion
Why Spontaneity Is a Key Ingredient in Romantic Relationships
Our brains crave novelty. Neuroscientist and writer Stephanie Cacioppo explores whether or not unpredictable events might invigorate love, and how we can benefit from making more room for improvisation in our relationships.
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Compassion
The Work It Takes to Forgive
Rage and bitterness toward those we see as causing our pain can tear us apart. The brave and gentle practice of forgiveness can help you turn toward the future instead of resenting the past.
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Compassion
How to Find Common Ground—in Spite of Differing Views
What do you do when people have the audacity to think differently than you do? Here’s how you can stay open and curious in moments of disagreement, instead of getting stuck in defensiveness.
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Compassion
A Guided Meditation to Welcome Forgiveness
For those feeling the pain of anger and resentment, this practice by Dr. Christiane Wolf guides us through the gentle process of starting to forgive.
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Compassion
Caregivers, Let’s Talk About Caring for Yourself
As the caregiver of a loved one with chronic pain, you may experience painful emotions like grief, anger, or feeling stuck. Christiane Wolf explores how you can create the space to extend compassion to yourself, while building resilience to meet the challenges you face.
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Anxiety
Avoiding a Difficult Conversation? Start with Self-Compassion
Dreading the thought of a tense conversation? Here’s why you’re not alone, and how you can bring the wisdom of self-compassion to bear on those discussions you don’t really want to have.
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Calm
Gentle Men: The Healing Power of Vulnerability
The old-fashioned view of what it means to “be a man” is limiting and even harmful. With mindfulness, men can show up as their full selves—for themselves, their relationships, and their communities.
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Calm
All Our Relations: Four Indigenous Lessons on Mindfulness
There’s healing in acknowledging our interconnectedness. Four Indigenous wisdom keepers share how their practice helps them remember.
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