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Mindfulness
Welcome to our mindfulness category page! Here, we explore the power of mindfulness in reducing suffering and increasing clarity in your life.

Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment, without judgment or distraction. By accepting the present moment as it is, we can reduce our suffering and find peace within ourselves.

This category is dedicated to helping you learn more about mindfulness and how to incorporate it into your daily life. Whether you’re dealing with stress, or anxiety, or just looking for a way to improve your overall well-being, mindfulness can be a valuable tool.

We offer a variety of resources to help you get started with mindfulness, including articles on the benefits of mindfulness, tips for incorporating it into your daily routine, and guided meditations to help you practice.

Our goal is to help you cultivate a deeper sense of awareness and clarity in your life so that you can live with greater peace, joy, and fulfillment. Explore our resources and discover the power of mindfulness for yourself.

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5 Benefits of Insight-Oriented Therapy:

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Insight-oriented therapy is a powerful approach that delves deep into understanding the underlying roots of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By exploring past experiences and internal processes, individuals can gain profound self-awareness,…
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Updated: March 26, 2025
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Realistic Optimism

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Optimism is Not Magical Thinking: The Power of Realistic Optimism Optimism isn't about wishful thinking or ignoring the challenges we face. It’s a mindset that, when practiced realistically, can lead to significant psychological and neurological…
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Updated: March 29, 2025
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Creating the Mindful Mind

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The word "mindfulness" is becoming more familiar to the general public, and that's a good thing. In a world full of violence and heartache, a mindful mind can help relieve suffering. Mindfulness is the practice of noticing what "is" without…
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Updated: July 24, 2024
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Mindfulness Practice

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When you look at the child in this picture, notice the 10,000-mile stare. This gaze is called the "10,000-mile stare," and it happens when someone is totally absorbed in the moment. His eyes are open, but he is completely present with the smell…
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Updated: March 19, 2025
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Meditation

You've probably seen meditation in the news over the past few years. It is an empirically validated practice that changes your brain structure, chemistry, and function. And it's not about an empty mind . . . it is actually a mindfulness practice. It…
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Updated: July 24, 2024
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Mindfulness and the Wise Mind

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In dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), there is a wonderful explanation of how the best of our thinking and feeling minds can be accessed. This "Wise Mind" is based on the idea that the thinking brain and feeling brain both have validity and…
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Updated: July 24, 2024
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In the Flow Groove Zone

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Flow Theory is an integral part of Positive Psychology. It refers to a zone where you lose track of time, experience yourself on "auto-pilot," etc. We've all been there, and we can recreate it! When you're "in the zone," or "feeling the groove,"…
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Updated: July 24, 2024
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