This paper explores how yoga has helped me become a better professor. I begin by reflecting on the challenges of teaching race and ethnic relations as a White faculty member at a predominantly White institution, and how my early efforts were marked by insecurity, resistance, and disembodiment. I then trace how my personal yoga practice led me to incorporate contemplative practices such as...
Heart & LungFebruary 12, 2026Tania T Von Visger, Amarjot Singh Gill, Lea Ann Matura
Background: Mindfulness practice has shown therapeutic benefits in symptom reduction and improved quality of life for adults with pulmonary hypertension (PH) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Some studies testing mindfulness-based interventions often include patients' perspectives about their engagement and acceptability of the tested intervention. Yet, a knowledge gap remains...
Family system factors have been consistently linked to children's prosocial behavior. However, the mechanisms underlying these associations remain unclear. Drawing on family system theory, attachment theory, and social learning theory, the present study examined the associations between parental mindfulness and preschoolers' prosocial behavior, as well as the mediating roles of marital quality...
Abstract Objectives There is likely not a one-size-fits-all solution in mindfulness-based programs and practice. This study explored how personality traits may moderate the impact of a single shorter versus longer mindfulness practice compared to control. Method In a large international study involving 636 adults, participants completed personality and trait mindfulness measures and were...
Background: Samyama, an advanced eight-day residential meditation programme delivered by the Isha Foundation, integrates the classical yogic processes of dhāraṇā, dhyāna, and samādhi, preceded by rigorous preparation encompassing a vegan diet and foundational yoga practices. Despite growing interest in intensive contemplative interventions, empirical evidence regarding Samyama's health effects...
JCPP AdvancesFebruary 12, 2026Thomas Easdale‐Cheele, George Nash, Veronika Filobokova et al.1 citation
Abstract Background We conducted a systematic review and meta‐analysis to examine the effects of mindfulness‐based interventions (MBIs) on emotion regulation (ER) and emotion dysregulation (ED) in people with any mental health condition. Methods Following a pre‐registered protocol (PROSPERO CRD42024618605), we searched multiple databases (Web of Science, PsycINFO, Embase, and PubMed) on...
Abstract: Background: Stress impacts the quality of life for stroke survivors (SS) and support persons (SPs) during recovery, negatively affecting both individuals in the stroke dyad (SD). While mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) can improve well-being, their complexity and time demands are significant barriers for implementation in the stroke community. Tailoring MBI to the needs of SS and...
This study investigated the effects of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Counselling (MBCC) and Dialectical Behaviour Counselling (DBC) techniques on social anxiety among lower basic pupils in Gwale Zonal Education Directorate, Kano State, Nigeria. Seven objectives guided the study: six examined the effects of the two counselling techniques on the behavioural, cognitive, and physiological dimensions...
Objectives: This conceptual study examines how Islamic mindfulness practices (Muraqabah, Dhikr, Salah) influence psychological processes that extend beyond spiritual benefits, shaping decision-making and well-being in both personal and professional domains. Methods: Employing a conceptual analysis methodology, this research synthesizes interdisciplinary literature from Islamic studies,...
Mindfulness practices have been shown to improve human emotional regulation and attentional accuracy, yet their impact on the perception of companion animal behavior remains largely unexplored. This study investigates whether a mindfulness program for owners influences their evaluation of dog behavior and the dog-owner relationship. Participants were assigned to either an 8-week...