NYT: 4 Ways to Flourish (in Good Times and Bad)
March 27, 2026
To flourish is to have a life that feels meaningful and rich, despite the challenges we’ll inevitably face. That's what Center for Healthy Minds... Learn More >
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Center for Healthy Minds Researchers Use AI and 7.5M Screenshots to Understand Suicide Risk
March 25, 2026
The latest findings in this first-of-its-kind study show nighttime smartphone behavior can be an indicator of suicidal thoughts. Learn More >
Huberman Lab Podcast: Science-Based Meditation Tools to Improve Your Brain & Health | Dr. Richard Davidson
March 20, 2026
Can you meditate for just 5 minutes a day for 30 days? Tune into the latest episode of Huberman Lab podcast, hosted by scientist Dr. Andrew... Learn More
Virtual Course Equips Educators with ‘Transformative’ Roadmap to Teaching ‘Human Flourishing’
March 3, 2026
The Art and Science of Human Flourishing: Essentials for Educators course expands on the science-backed curriculum and learnings of the Art and... Learn More >
Beyond the Data: Get to Know CHM Scientists Ross Jacobucci and Brooke Ammerman
February 24, 2026
Center for Heathy Minds had a chance to speak with CHM experts Dr. Brooke Ammerman and Dr. Ross Jacobucci to get to know them better and learn... Learn More >
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33 Voices: Flourishing as a Practice
March 26, 2026
“Flourishing is not a destination, but a practice.” A new podcast interview with Dr. Richie Davidson and Dr. Cortland Dahl helps illuminate what it... Learn More
Tibetan Medicine for Meditators, with Tawni Tidwell
March 20, 2026
Dr. Tawni Tidwell, a biocultural anthropologist and Tibetan medicine doctor at the Center for Healthy Minds, discusses how Tibetan medicine... Learn More
PBS WI: How to Talk about Suicide by Dr. Brooke Ammerman
February 27, 2026
Brooke Ammerman, CHM affiliated faculty, addresses common misconceptions and how to recognize warning signs of suicide. She also explores... Learn More
Richard J. Davidson featured on The One-Off Podcast
February 27, 2026
In this episode of The One-Off Podcast with host John Urban, Dr. Richard J. Davidson talks about why meditation doesn’t have to be complicated to... Learn More
A Dharma Chat with Prof. John Dunne
February 23, 2026
In this podcast episode of Wisdom Dharma Chats, Center for Healthy Minds Core Faculty member and Buddhist Scholar Dr. John Dunne and host Daniel... Learn More
L&S Magazine: The Road to Discovery
February 23, 2026
In this issue of L&S Magazine, CHM is honored to be mentioned among all the incredible discoveries over the years at UW-Madison! Learn More
Dharma Lab: Meditation Apps - The Impacts on Brain Health to Gut Health
February 23, 2026
Did you know that meditating for even just five minutes a day can affect your mental and physical wellbeing? In this episode of the Dharma Lab... Learn More
12 evidence-backed tips for reducing inflammation
February 23, 2026
Psychological stress is now recognized as a major trigger of inflammation. Center for Healthy Minds Founder/Director Dr. Richie Davidson weighs in... Learn More
For these faithful, nurturing the Earth is rooted in spiritual beliefs
February 23, 2026
Did you know? Religion can be a powerful motivator for people to pursue environmental stewardship: in a Pew Research Center study from 2022, four... Learn More
Mind & Life: Minds, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics
February 23, 2026
Scholars, researchers and scientists, including CHM Founder/Director Dr. Richie Davidson, recently took part in this Mind & Life dialogue... Learn More
The Gift of Gratitude
February 23, 2026
In this UW News article, CHM Contemplative Scientist Dr. Cortland Dahl explores the power of gratitude in shaping our minds and experiences. Learn More
PBS WI: Flourishing in a Culture of Belonging
February 23, 2026
Dr. Tony Chambers, director for community wellbeing at CHM, explains the neuroscience of belonging and how the feeling can be a source of joy and... Learn More