Mindfulness is an awareness of one’s state of mind, physical self and their surroundings. "Mindfulness can help people avoid destructive or automatic habits and responses by learning to observe their ...

When you think of mindfulness, what comes to mind? Perhaps a quiet meditation session, several deep breaths, and a moment of calm amid the hustle and bustle of daily life. Much of what we recognize as ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Julian Hayes II combines wellness, business, and leadership. CEOs project an aura of invincibility and unflappability under ...

In 1979, a report from the Surgeon General inspired Jon Kabat-Zinn to action. The U.S. "Healthy People" report chronicled Americans' struggles with chronic diseases, connecting poor health with ...

Many of us today are living at a fast pace, and we can find ourselves overwhelmed by constant demands and distractions. Someone juggling multiple responsibilities, such as a working parent, a student ...

I'm going to let you in on a little secret: I'm addicted to possibility. It's not exactly "grass-is-greener" syndrome. It's more like the excitement that comes out of the place in between change. When ...

To many, New Year’s Day represents the possibility for beginning anew. Of late, individuals are welcoming the start of another year with a resolution to practice mindfulness, a type of meditation.

Business giants Google, Salesforce and General Mills are among the companies that invest heavily in mindfulness programs for their employees. Why, you might wonder, would they direct resources to ...

At the Greater Good Science Center, one of the online courses we offer is Mindfulness and Resilience to Stress at Work. This course includes articles, videos, interactive surveys, and activities and ...