We can no longer afford to make decisions with distracted minds, reacting instead of responding—Here's how to train your mind to lead with focus and clarity. Read more

Being in the here and now is what mindfulness is all about. Yes and no, says Barry Boyce. It’s also about being aware of what’s inside and outside, past, present, and future. Once we steady our mind with mindfulness, our awareness shines a light on not just the present moment, but where we’ve come from and where we’re going. Read more

When he started MBSR, Jon Kabat-Zinn didn't have a detailed plan—just passion and an inkling that lots of good would come of it. Read more

High school seniors at The Harley School in Rochester, New York, have the option of taking a class called “hospice.” Most who sign up for it don’t know what they’re in for, but none of them forget the experience when it’s over. Read more

To celebrate this month of love, we asked Mindful readers to answer our survey on love and relationships. Take a look at the results.  Read more

David Marshall's documentary film about a hospice class in Rochester, New York, where students learn to care for dying, is making its way to South By Southwest next month. Read more

This Mindful magazine sampler takes you deeper into the practices and people mentioned in TIME's cover story. Read more