How To Have A Healthier Relationship With Your Phone
The Challenge: We love our digital devices, but using them in an unsafe way can have repercussions for our physical health. The Science: Research suggests there are some big ways that our digital device use is having a negative impact on our physical health. The Solution: Avoid certain bad digital habits and you can use your devices without […]
Interview With Sharon Salzberg
Sharon Salzberg is a central figure in the field of meditation, a world-renowned teacher, and NY Times bestselling author. She has played a crucial role in bringing meditation and mindfulness practices to the West and into mainstream culture since 1974 when she first began teaching. She is the co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA, […]
The Definitive Benefits Of Mindful Leadership
The Challenge: Leaders determine the success of their workplace but sometimes make mistakes.The Science: Too much pressure can influence leaders to make wrong decisions.The Solution: Learn how to adopt a mindful approach and become a better leader! Most leadership books and training programs focus on how leaders can achieve more — do more, better, faster, and with spectacular […]
How To Boost Your Creativity By Meditating + Free Guided Meditation
The Challenge: Many of us wish we were more creative…The Science: Studies say a particular form of meditation can do the trick.The Solution: Try out this free guided meditation that may help you boost your creativity! “I roll out of bed producing only top-notch creative work. It takes no effort whatsoever. It just happens without any frustration or anxiety […]
What’s Your Meditation Type? + 5 Top-Rated Meditation Apps
The Challenge: You’ve heard meditation is good for you but don’t know where to start!The Science: Different meditations impact you in different ways.The Solution: Find the type of meditation that’s right for you! In recent years, both scientists and the popular press have touted the benefit of meditation for myriad health issues, from depression to insomnia to chronic […]
The Joy Of Imperfection: How Not To Drive Yourself And Others Nuts In 2016
The Challenge: We get caught up in making everything perfect–but at what cost?The Science: Alarming new research suggests perfectionism can be harmful.The Solution: Explore the secrets of inner perfection. Every year, we come up with New Year’s resolutions. Maybe to lose weight, to procrastinate less, to write that book, or get a promotion. We want to become more […]
How Silence Can Help You Live Life Out Loud
The Challenge: It can be very difficult to sit in silence or to be alone.The Science: Silence, like meditation, can increase self-awareness and self-acceptanceThe Solution: Try sitting in silence during various parts of your day–and breathe! You’re likely aware of the many benefits of meditation. Research shows that it increases positive emotion and life satisfaction, reduces pain and inflammation, increases […]
Stop Fretting And Regretting: 5 Mind-Hacks To Stay Present
The Challenge: Our minds are constantly wandering and sometimes hard to quiet down.The Science: Research shows that a wandering mind can negatively impact our productivity and mood.The Solution: Train your mind to stay in the present moment to become happier and more focused! Have you ever sat down to get work done and looked up half an […]
Why The Greatest Key To Successful Leadership Is Mindfulness
The Challenge: Leaders are too busy to prioritize conversations with others.The Science: Stress, busyness, and results orientation make leaders less effective.The Solution: Mindfulness gives leaders the edge they need to succeed. Leaders in organizations are often running full tilt from meeting to meeting, phone call to phone call, and personal conversation to personal conversation. In working with senior […]
A Critical Care Surgeon’s 4 Secrets To Balance & Success
The Challenge: It’s hard not to feel drained at the end of the dayThe Science: If you learn to unplug the right way, you can recharge yourself easilyThe Solution: A critical care surgeon’s 4 secrets to recharging One of the biggest problems we face in today’s society is that our work is an increasingly large […]
