How to Keep Your Humanity

Psychologist and stress expert Elissa Epel leads us in a gentle, science-backed practice to calm our nervous systems and meet uncertainty with greater ease and acceptance.We want to hear from you! Take our quick 5-minute survey to tell us what you love, what you want more of, and ...  Show more

Studies show qigong can strengthen your body and mind, and reduce cortisol levels. We explore this Chinese meditative movement practice that dates back over 4,000 years.Summary: After a period of intense stress, loss, and physical disconnection, one guest turns to qigong—a gentle ...  Show more

In an overstimulated world, our minds rarely get a moment of true rest. Notifications, deadlines, and constant demands pull us in a dozen directions, leaving our bodies tense and minds scattered. But within the stillness of meditation lies a powerful antidote, an ancient practice ...  Show more

Overwhelmed? Stressed? Anxious? Try this quick 10-minute, lunch break meditation that is designed to reset the nervous system and quiet the mind. No chatter; no distractions - this episode is JUST THE MEDITATION. Pop-in your headphones, settle into a comfy spot and let's meditate ...  Show more

The evening hours often arrive with an unwelcome companion—a mind still buzzing with the day's events, shoulders tight with tension, and thoughts already drifting to tomorrow's challenges. As the sun sets, many of us find ourselves caught in what author Lynne Twist calls "the rev ...  Show more

Learn to step back and watch your thoughts come and go without getting entangled in them, creating space and peace of mind. You are not your thoughts. This fundamental insight is the key to freedom from mental distress. This meditation teaches you how to become the "Compassionate ...  Show more