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Dekila Chungyalpa Wonder Cabinet podcast

Wonder Cabinet podcast: Dekila Chungyalpa on the Sacred Feminine and the Living Earth

April 15, 2026

What if the Earth is sacred—and climate is a spiritual crisis? Loka Iniative Director Dekila Chungyalpa speaks on the feminine divine and faith-led... Learn More

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Did You Know? CHM Studies Use Specialized MRI Machine to Advance Brain Research

April 8, 2026

UW researchers, including experts from the Center for Healthy Minds, are conducting detailed brain imaging work using one of the first head-only,... Learn More >

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10% Happier with Dan Harris: The Neuroscience of Flourishing: Four Practices for Turning Stress and Anxiety Into Clarity and Calm

April 3, 2026

Most of us are trying to fix ourselves. According to Dr. Richie Davidson & Dr. Cortland Dahl, that's the wrong approach entirely. Listen to... Learn More

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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 >

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Netzwerk Ethikheute

Why meditation changes the brain

February 3, 2021

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson and Mingyur Rinpoche talk about the science of meditation and how improving the skills of awareness... Learn More

Psychiatric Times

Can Happiness Be Taught?

February 3, 2021

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about neuroplasticity and the four skills that can be learned to improve well-being Learn More

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Tactics to fight anxiety and stress in the wake of a tumultuous election

January 29, 2021

Cortland Dahl, research Scientist at the Center, shares tips for infusing positivity into your day in order to reduce stress and anxiety Learn More

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Community Partnership and Inclusion at Heart of New Neuroscience Approach

January 13, 2021

A recent paper explored a promising research framework that adapts research on well-being practices such as meditation to be more inclusive to... Learn More >

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La asociación comunitaria y la inclusión en el corazón del nuevo enfoque de la neurociencia

January 13, 2021

Un artículo reciente exploró un nuevo paradigma de investigación que propone adaptar la investigación de las prácticas de bienestar con el fin de... Learn More >

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The 4 Steps That Will Increase Happiness, According To A New Study

January 5, 2021

The four pillars of well-being based on the Center's research: awareness, connection, insight and purpose, are shared along with practical tips for... Learn More

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Research provides tools for achieving the “how” of well-being in daily life

December 7, 2020

Researchers at the Center for Healthy Minds introduce a new framework based on scientific evidence that suggests that well-being can be thought of... Learn More >

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La investigación entrega herramientas para lograr la “técnica” para alcanzar el bienestar en la vida diaria

December 7, 2020

Los investigadores del Center for Healthy Minds introducen un nuevo paradigma basado en la evidencia científica que sugiere que el bienestar podría... Learn More >

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Mobile Mental Health Program Goes Beyond Mindfulness, Shows Promise in Reducing Negative Mental Health Symptoms

December 1, 2020

A new study from researchers at the Center for Healthy Minds and the School of Education at the University of Wisconsin–Madison suggests that... Learn More >

Cnn Web

Survive election uncertainty with these expert tips on how to cope

November 11, 2020

The Healthy Minds Program app and the Center for Healthy Minds are featured as resources to help calm anxious thoughts and restless energy related... Learn More

The Washington Post

How to detox from election anxiety, according to mental health experts

November 10, 2020

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about how simple self-care practices can be easily integrated into your daily routine. Learn More

Marketplace

Meditation apps have been booming during the pandemic

November 10, 2020

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about the benefits of simple practices in meditation apps. Learn More