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Why so serious?
Appreciation, Emotions Community Mindfulness Project Appreciation, Emotions Community Mindfulness Project

Why so serious?

My practice changed dramatically when I let go of the β€œrules,” and stopped treating meditation like something I had to "win at." So I began to practice with a sense of play...

Engaging with a sense of lightness
Being willing to experiment and try new approaches
Not seeing the practice as β€œwork” or a task to be checked off a list.

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Shame vs. Learning
Emotions Erika Long Emotions Erika Long

Shame vs. Learning

Mindfulness in education can turn shame and anxiety into compassion and engagement. Professor Heather Sellers shows how awareness and empathy help students move from fear to focus.

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