habits

The thrill of curiosity can motivate us to learn—or it can send us hurtling into rabbit holes and habit loops. Dr. Judson Brewer breaks down what this inner drive has to do with shifting our most ingrained habits. Read more

It’s easy to focus on what we want rather than what we have. But when we shift our awareness to the present moment, we begin finding moments of gratitude in everyday life. Read more

If you’re having a hard time improving your habits, says neuroscientist Judson Brewer, tuning in to your inner reward system is key. Read more

Learn about the mechanics of habit formation and observe them at work in your mind and body. By bringing awareness, and injecting curiosity and kindness into the process, you’ll be able to reevaluate and change your habits. Read more

Sometimes willpower and reframing aren’t enough to break a habit. Here’s how to break the cycle. Read more

Our automatic reactions are the result of unexamined habits, including anxiety. In his new book Unwinding Anxiety, neuroscientist and psychiatrist Judson Brewer explores how mindfulness can plant the seeds for a calmer mind. Read more

Mindful editor-in-chief Heather Hurlock reminds us that we all deserve to treat ourselves with kindness, even (especially) when it feels like we can’t. Read more

Jen Fisher shares three of her top tips for incorporating the habits of mindfulness into a busy daily routine. Read more

Life can make it difficult to check in on those we love and care about. Follow this compassion practice to become more aware of opportunities to extend compassion to others. 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