awe

Experiencing everyday wonder can help us see that we’re part of something bigger. Science shows that this exquisite emotion can quiet our inner critic, reduce stress, loneliness, and physical distress, and bring a sense of expanded time, perspective, and connection. Read more

Go out and find your own moments of awe. Listen to them carefully and see where they guide you. What you may find, in how they stir humility and wonder, is that they can point you toward finding new inspiration and deep meaning. Read more

From the science of awe to navigating grief and loss, here are six mindful books and three podcasts to inspire your practice this winter. Read more

Humans are inherently motivated to seek out fulfillment in their lives—to thrive, rather than simply survive. New research shows that meaning may be simple to find because it’s all around us. Read more

Three garden experts share how they connect with nature and offer some tips on how you can bring a little greenery into your life. Read more

Mindful readers share what sparks curiosity and awe. Read more

When we practice present-moment awareness, we can savor each moment, make time feel like it’s passing slower, and get in touch with the fundamental wonder of being alive. Read more

In this rich conversation, founding editor Barry Boyce shares what he learned about awe, our relationship with nature, and each other while visiting the National Museum of the American Indian. Read more

When we allow our current framework of the world to be shaken up, writes founding editor Barry Boyce, we can choose to make space for wise and more sustainable ways of being in relationship with each other and the earth. Read more

A new study sheds light on how our brains respond to awe-inspiring nature. Read more