Growing up in India in a non-religious household, I assumed that everyone did yoga and meditation every morning. My dad would do his yoga and prānāyāma (yogic breath work) followed by a few minutes of ...

Mindfulness and self-compassion are now buzzwords for self-improvement. But in fact, a growing body of research shows these practices can lead to real mental health benefits. This research – ongoing, ...

Recently, an acquaintance of mine got into mindfulness meditation and is now spreading the gospel that meditating every day has not only made her happier and more productive, it’s even helped her heal ...

Breathwork meditation may deepen relaxation, improve your mood, and soothe physical illness. Breathing is something we constantly do, often without paying any attention to it. However, this simple ...

Zameena Mejia is a freelance writer and content creator based in New York City. She previously wrote about leadership, self-help, mindfulness and wellness for CNBC Make It. Her bylines have also ...

In their review, Dunn and Folk said recent changes in the way scientists conduct research have led their team to re-examine previous work in the field of psychology. Suddenly, multiple popular studies ...

I don't know about you, but when I hear that I should practice something, my resistance ramps up. For example, as a child, when I was told I had to practice the piano, I never wanted to. So it's no ...