Mindfulness: A Positive Outlook and Taking in the Good
Can mindfulness lead to a positive outlook on life? Does it encourage an optimistic point of view? Yes, we think so. Try 3 three simple practices and get the guided meditation.
Personal Practice
An Attitude of Gratitude
Happiness research continues to indicate that gratitude is one of the key ingredients to human happiness and well-being. Try this 12-min gratitude practice.
Breaking Free from Anxiety Overload
Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent mental illness in the U.S. Learn the difference between anxiety and stress and 3 strategies for practicing mindfulness when you’re experiencing anxiety.
Educators: You Have Permission to Take Care of Yourself, Right Now
Educating our youth is a calling that draws some of the most hard-working and dedicated people. Teachers are also prone to burnout–in fact, last year, public school teachers quit their jobs at the highest rate on record. Educators, it’s time to start showing yourself care and compassion, right now.
Utilizing Mindfulness in the Face of Stress: External Demands vs. Internal Resources
Stress is built into the fabric of our experience and it follows us everywhere that we go. With ongoing mindfulness practice, we may begin to develop resilience in the face of stress. Listen to this guided audio mindfulness practice and learn tools to reframe stress.
Self-Kindness: The Key Ingredient to Wholehearted Living
While we celebrate Valentine's Day, extending kindness to *ourselves* is a basic and powerful expression of mindfulness that can support our well-being. Listen to this 15 minute talk and guided practice.
How to Start Meditating (and stop just thinking about it)
Why is it so hard to start (and stick to) a regular meditation practice? Mindfulness Teacher Erin Woo shares some helpful tips on how to get out of your head and onto your cushion.
Back to the Basics of Mindfulness
When we find the time to sit quietly, our attention is often scattered–and that's ok. This guided mindfulness practice brings us Back to the Basics, so we can refresh our practice in the New Year with openness and non-judgement.
Generosity vs. Giving. What Does It Mean to Be Generous?
Is the act of giving the same as practicing generosity? And do they make the same impact on our inner-lives? Explore the science and different ways we can define and cultivate generosity–in our own lives and with youth.
Deepening Relationships with Mindful Communication
Though we often associate communication skills with handling conflict, mindful communication is about so much more. Try these tips and a guided meditation, and explore how to deepen your friendships and strengthen connections.
Mindfulness: A Positive Outlook and Taking in the Good
Can mindfulness lead to a positive outlook on life? Does it encourage an optimistic point of view? Yes, we think so. Try 3 three simple practices and get the guided meditation.
An Attitude of Gratitude
Happiness research continues to indicate that gratitude is one of the key ingredients to human happiness and well-being. Try this 12-min gratitude practice.
