Mindfulness and self-compassion are now buzzwords for self-improvement. But in fact, a growing body of research shows these practices can lead to real mental health benefits. This research —ongoing, ...

Mindfulness and self-compassion are now buzzwords for self-improvement. But in fact, a growing body of research shows these practices can lead to real mental health benefits. This research – ongoing, ...

In recent years, mindfulness meditation has garnered loads of attention for its beneficial effects on the body and mind. Now, there’s a new star on the block: compassion meditation, a less well-known ...

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Embrace the beauty of your accent in this self-compassion meditation that guides you in a reflection of your history, heritage, and connection to your ...

The popularity of mindfulness and meditation has surged in the wellness world, often portrayed as cures for stress and other mental health problems. While the benefits of these practices are already ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Chicago’s own Anne Beall, award-winning ...

Stimulating the vagus nerve with a device attached to the outer ear can help make compassion meditation training more effective at boosting people’s capacity for self-kindness and mindfulness, finds a ...

Sharon Salzberg, a renowned meditation teacher, highlights meditation's practical benefits for decision-making and emotional ...

We’ve all had those days at work: you’re running late, you miss a deadline, you’re supposed to be at a meeting and you’re stuck in traffic; your boss criticizes your work. Or maybe that’s not you: ...

The world is currently celebrating the ‘month of love’. If you are single this Valentine’s Day, fret not! Today, you can celebrate Hug Day by giving yourself the gift of self-hug. You can indulge in ...

Will this winter ever end? Having to spend extra time indoors to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and its new variants can make the season feel even more isolating. And, though the days are technically ...