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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My Week at the Buzzy Meditation Retreat That Promises Bliss on Demand
August 19, 2024
The latest meditation start-up to come out of Silicon Valley is attempting to bring the benefits of jhanas, an ancient Buddhist practice, into the... Learn More
5 Podcast Episodes That'll Make You Want to Learn More From These Center for Healthy Minds Experts
July 30, 2024
Listen now! CHM Experts Discuss AI in Meditation and More in These 2024 Podcast Episodes Learn More >
UW–Madison Staff Recognition Award Winner is an ‘Unsung Hero’ at Center for Healthy Minds
July 18, 2024
Brendon Panke, operations and community resource coordinator at CHM, builds community at CHM. Learn More >
How to Meditate Without a Formal Routine
July 15, 2024
Want to start or continue meditating but can't find the time? Try an informal meditation practice! Our latest article for Psychology Today provides... Learn More
Advanced Meditation Alters Consciousness and Our Basic Sense of Self
July 15, 2024
An emerging science of advanced meditation could transform mental health and our understanding of consciousness Learn More
Brain Ponderings Podcast - 'Richard Davidson: The Science of Mindfulness and Meditation and the Four Pillars of Human Flourishing'
July 8, 2024
Anxiety, attention-deficit disorder, depression and loneliness have increased dramatically recently as a result, at least in part, of information... Learn More
CHM Graduate Researcher Zishan Jiwani Receives Grant from Mind & Life Institute
July 8, 2024
The Valera grant is related to adherence in naturalistic use of digital meditation-based interventions. Learn More
Podcast: The Secret to Mental Toughness with Chad McGehee
July 8, 2024
Tune in to hear from Chad McGehee, Director of Meditation Training at UW-Madison Athletics and CHM affiliate, on this latest podcast feature! In... Learn More
General Surgery Resident Receives Grant to Adapt Mindfulness Intervention for Healthcare Providers
July 8, 2024
Burnout among healthcare workers is a problem that general surgery resident Sydney Tan, MD aims to address – and with a recent grant from the UW... Learn More
The Loka Initiative at UW–Madison Launches Groundbreaking ‘Psychology of Deep Resilience’ Online Course
June 11, 2024
The effects of environmental degradation and climate change are dire, and many of us feel uncertain what to do about it. A new, free 4-course... Learn More >
Video: Nurturing emotional resilience in the era of climate change
May 20, 2024
Dekila Chungyalpa, founder of the Loka Initiative, and Christine Wilson, PhD, with the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of... Learn More
Mind & Life Podcast: Between Life and Death ft. Tawni Tidwell
May 16, 2024
In this episode, Wendy speaks with biocultural anthropologist and Tibetan medical doctor Tawni Tidwell. Tawni’s research focuses on living—and... Learn More