People often use the words empathy and compassion interchangeably—and certainly they share important qualities. But there is a subtle difference between empathy and compassion, and studies show that mindful attention might be key to making sure that our efforts to
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“Boundaries are the distance at which I can love you and myself at the same time.” ~Prentis Hemphill
I thought I had
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“Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” ~Anaïs Nin
When I think back on my life, shyness feels like an
In the very-online world of 2025, it’s almost impossible to avoid the saturating presence of podcasters, pundits, and social-media influencers in the “manosphere.” These are people who promise men admiration, health, and success, but who often have ideas of masculinity
The results from mindfulness are real, but fixating on self-improvement and how well we’re doing isn’t the goal.
Barely a week goes by without some new clinical trial showing how programs which teach mindfulness can help people minimize suffering and
Shift from a “fix it” mindset to more kindness and acceptance with these practices to get back in touch with your body.
One thing I’ve noticed in my classes and retreats recently is people are struggling—not just with their minds
It was a Wednesday afternoon, and I was sitting in my car, too overwhelmed to turn the key in the ignition. My phone had been buzzing all day with work notifications, and the mental list of things I needed to
This guided meditation helps you get curious about your cravings so you can break free from unhealthy habits.
It’s normal to want to overcome those habits that aren’t serving you. But what happens when you get curious about your cravings
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If you’ve felt overwhelmed lately—by responsibilities, by the pace of life, by the noise in the world—you’re not alone. Many of us
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“You cannot heal what you refuse to confront.” ~Yasmin Mogahed
At sixteen, I walked out of my mother’s house with track marks
