empathy

The most surprising, provocative, and inspiring findings published this past year. Read more

Our brains are wired to get away from pain. One of the ways we do that in a relationship is try to lighten the moment. But should we? Read more

Recent research suggests powerful people pay little attention to those below them. Mindful's Editor-in-Chief looks at "the empathy gap." Read more

Daniel Goleman looks at three types of empathy that leaders, teachers, and parents should have.  Read more

A new study demonstrates how doctors taking even a few minutes to chat with a patient before a procedure can increase the patient's pain tolerance. Read more

Researchers at Emory University apply cognitive-based compassion training (CBCT) in a study showing how the practice allowed participants to better intuit the emotions of others.  Read more