Meditation

» Developing kindness and compassion

Research shows that compassion - for ourselves and others - can be deeply healing; especially if we are prone to depression or overly self-critical read article

» Mindfulness and mental health

Mindfulness meditation is easy to learn and just a few minutes daily will help you feel calmer and less stressed, with more clarity, energy and joy read article

» Looking to lose weight? Try 'mindful eating'

Guest expert Megrette Fletcher, co-founder of the Center for Mindful Eating in the US, explains why applying mindfulness to food helps you lose weight read article

» Stress-busting tips for the new year

Make 2011 the year that you take control of your stress - use these techniques drawn from cognitive therapy and mindfulness meditation read article