How to Cure Boredom with Mindfulness

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How often do you find yourself in boring situations? Maybe you’re sitting in a waiting room, attending a work meeting, or stuck in a traffic jam. Do you notice how your mind tends to think about something pleasant from your past or anticipate an exciting event in the future? When you jump back and forth … Read more

When People You Care About Are Merely Going Through the Motions During a Subtle Emotional Downturn, They Often Retreat From the Small Relational Rituals That Hold Their Closest Bonds Together

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The subway car was unusually empty for a Sunday morning, bathed in that pale, underground light as we rattled toward the museum to see the new Van Gogh exhibit. Jane sat next to me, her coat neatly buttoned, her eyes tracking the digital stop announcements with perfect regularity. When the train lurched, she adjusted her … Read more

7 Self-Evident Reasons Why You Should Take a Social Media Break (And Improve Your Mindfulness)

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  Do you feel like social media is making you depressed? Do you want to take a break from social media but feel helpless to do so because of the fear of missing out? There is no arguing that social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok have become an integral part of our … Read more