Compassion

Grief can hold our heads beneath the waves, but, as Bryan Welch writes, its tides can also open us to compassion for ourselves and others, showing us the value of a broken heart. Read more

Mindful’s managing editor Stephanie Domet on how to align with your values, love yourself more, and have a truly intentional wardrobe, just by taking fashion into your own hands. Read more

How each of us lives authentically is as unique as our fingerprints. Here’s what it means for Mindful readers. Read more

Ghylian Bell takes us through a guided meditation that reminds us that we are connected to ourselves and those around us during these challenging times. Read more

Next time you’re tempted to scroll through your phone instead of catching up with your partner after work, try one of these reflective queries—they just might spark a thoughtful conversation and, at the same time, bring you closer together. Read more

We tend to hold on to beliefs, stories, and biases against others that end up hurting us, too. Here’s how we can loosen our grip. Read more

Taking the time to listen to how another person feels—without immediately and sometimes impulsively reacting—creates the space for both parties to feel heard. Try this exercise to strengthen your active listening skills. Read more

Coping with anxiety is difficult, but we can begin to untangle our anxious habits when we recognize how they show up in our daily activities. Read more

When things don’t go according to plan, it’s easy to spot all the ways things have gone wrong. This gratitude practice is designed to change that. Read more

Jon Kabat-Zinn leads us in a heartscape meditation for deep healing of ourselves and others. Read more