Mindfulness and meditation offer powerful tools for cultivating present-moment awareness, emotional regulation, and inner peace. We've compiled this comprehensive list of external resources to help you explore and deepen your practice. From professional organizations and meditation centers to apps, books, and online courses, these resources provide valuable guidance for practitioners at all levels.
Professional Organizations and Centers
Mind & Life Institute
Website: mindandlife.org
Research, events, and educational materials on contemplative practices.
Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society
Website: umassmed.edu/cfm
Training programs, research, and MBSR information.
Oxford Mindfulness Centre
Website: oxfordmindfulness.org
Courses, research, and teacher training in mindfulness-based approaches.
UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center
Website: marc.ucla.edu
Free guided meditations, online courses, and research.
Center for Healthy Minds
Website: centerhealthyminds.org
Scientific research on meditation and well-being.
Meditation Centers and Retreat Organizations
Insight Meditation Society
Website: dharma.org
Retreats, courses, and resources for insight meditation practice.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center
Website: spiritrock.org
Retreats, classes, and resources for meditation practice.
Plum Village
Website: plumvillage.org
Thich Nhat Hanh's mindfulness practice center with retreats and teachings.
Shambhala International
Website: shambhala.org
Meditation centers worldwide, online courses, and resources.
Online Learning Platforms and Courses
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Online
Website: palousemindfulness.com
Free self-guided MBSR course.
Mindful Schools
Website: mindfulschools.org
Training for educators to bring mindfulness to students.
Sounds True
Website: soundstrue.com
Courses, books, and audio programs on meditation and mindfulness.
Coursera Mindfulness Courses
Website: coursera.org/courses?query=mindfulness
University-backed courses on mindfulness and meditation.
FutureLearn Mindfulness Courses
Website: futurelearn.com/subjects/psychology-and-mental-health-courses/mindfulness
Structured courses on mindfulness applications.
Apps and Digital Tools
Insight Timer
Website: insighttimer.com
Free meditation timer, thousands of guided meditations, and community features.
Headspace
Website: headspace.com
Structured courses on meditation and mindfulness for various needs.
Healthy Minds Program
Website: hminnovations.org/meditation-app
Free, science-based meditation app from the Center for Healthy Minds.
Books and Educational Resources
"Full Catastrophe Living"
Author: Jon Kabat-Zinn
Comprehensive guide to mindfulness-based stress reduction.
"Wherever You Go, There You Are"
Author: Jon Kabat-Zinn
Accessible introduction to mindfulness meditation.
"The Miracle of Mindfulness"
Author: Thich Nhat Hanh
Simple, practical guide to mindfulness in everyday life.
"Mindfulness in Plain English"
Author: Bhante Henepola Gunaratana
Clear, straightforward guide to mindfulness meditation.
"Altered Traits"
Authors: Daniel Goleman and Richard J. Davidson
Science reveals how meditation changes your mind, brain, and body.
"The Mind Illuminated"
Author: John Yates (Culadasa)
Neuroscientist's comprehensive, stage-based meditation guide.
Podcasts
Tara Brach Podcast
Host: Tara Brach
Website: tarabrach.com/talks-audio-video
Meditation, emotional healing, and spiritual awakening.
10% Happier with Dan Harris
Host: Dan Harris
Website: tenpercent.com/podcast
Interviews with meditation teachers and mindfulness experts.
Mindfulness Meditation Podcast
Host: The Rubin Museum of Art
Website: rubinmuseum.org/meditate
Guided meditations from different contemplative traditions.
Meditation in the City
Host: Shambhala Meditation Center of New York
Website: meditationinnewyork.org/podcast
Making meditation relevant to modern urban life.
Mindful Recovery
Host: Robert Cox
Website: mindfulrecoverypodcast.com
Mindfulness approaches to addiction recovery.
Research and Scientific Resources
American Mindfulness Research Association
Website: goamra.org
Database of scientific research on mindfulness.
Mindfulness Research Guide
Website: mindfulexperience.org
Research publications, measurement tools, and resources.
Center for Contemplative Mind in Society
Website: contemplativemind.org
Research on contemplative practices in higher education.
Mindfulness Research Collaborative
Website: mindfulnessresearchcollaborative.org
Network of researchers studying mindfulness.
Science of Meditation Meta-Analysis
Website: nature.com/articles/s41562-022-01196-y
Comprehensive review of meditation research.
Specialized Mindfulness Resources
Mindfulness for Children
Website: mindfulschools.org
Programs and materials for teaching mindfulness to youth.
Mindfulness for Healthcare Professionals
Website: mindfulpractice.urmc.edu
Training for medical professionals.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Website: mbct.com
Information and resources for depression relapse prevention.
Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention
Website: mindfulrp.com
Mindfulness approach for addiction recovery.
Mindfulness in the Workplace
Website: mindfulleader.org
Programs and research on workplace mindfulness.
Disclaimer
This resource list is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement of any specific organization, approach, or service. Please use your judgment when exploring these resources and consider how they align with your personal values and goals.
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