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An NPR interview with Jon on insights to counter tech addiction and isolation.
In a wide ranging interview, Kabat-Zinn shared his thoughts on how mindfulness can extend beyond individual self-improvement – and affect social change.
A recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry
A recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry shows eight weeks of MBSR to be as effective as (or, as the authors put it, “non-inferior to”) the premier anti-anxiety medication (Escitalopram / Lexapro) in a racially diverse group of adults with anxiety disorders.
Read about the study in the Harvard Gazette.
Thich Nhat Hanh Center for Mindfulness
The Harvard University T.H. Chan School of Public Health inaugurated its new Thich Nhat Hanh Center for Mindfulness on April 26 with a day-long research symposium and celebration. The center was launched with a gift of $25 million to the university.
Read about the launch in the Harvard Gazette, and the Harvard Crimson.
Vivek Murthy Mindfulness App
Dr. Vivek Murthy, Surgeon General of the United States has teamed up with Calm to release a series of free mindfulness tools designed to reduce stress and strengthen our relationships. The series includes five sessions to support people going through real-life experiences and difficult emotions. Themes include easing holiday stress, combating loneliness, navigating hectic days, and dealing with negativity and uncertainty.
Please find all the relevant links to access the content below, and we hope you’ll both explore the practices yourself and share them widely!
Listen to the full series: YouTube or Calm.
Practices on Twitter to retweet: Combating Loneliness, Easing Holiday Stress, Dealing with Change and Uncertainty
Practices on Instagram to repost: Combating Loneliness, Easing Holiday Stress, Dealing with Change and Uncertainty