Jul 29, 2025 10:30am

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July Monthly Newsletter

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Hello Mindful Leaders,

Is the mindfulness movement secretly a tool for liberal indoctrination, or could it be the key to bridging America's deepening political divide? Who really controls mindfulness, and how can we reclaim it through collective, open dialogue? Is it time to disentangle mindfulness from Buddhism — and why does it matter? What happens to loving-kindness meditation when we "Open MBSR" it?

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A Declaration of Interdependence: No Kings. No Dogma. No Gurus.

Mo Edjlali

...To all the rebels, outcasts, and refugees from mindfulness orthodoxy: Your questions aren't obstacles, they're essential contributions to our collective understanding. Your challenging perspectives matter because diverse viewpoints and honest debate improve outcomes. Your voice is needed... continue reading

Mindfulness: A Tool for Polarization or America's Political Healer?

Mo Edjlali

As I sit here, just outside the political pressure cooker of Washington D.C., I can't help but reflect on the state of our nation. The polarization in American politics has reached a fever pitch, and it's hard to ignore the tension in the air. It reminds me of a pivotal conversation I had years ago - one that challenged my thinking and led me to a profound realization about mindfulness in our politically charged world... continue reading

Wackfulness to Wisdom: Forging a Bold Future for Mindfulness

Mo Edjlali

A powerful session at the 2024 Mindful Leader Summit, Mindful Leader founder and CEO and Open MBSR author, Mo Edjlali, explored the future of secular mindfulness. The talk tackled systemic issues within mainstream mindfulness training, particularly MBSR, and presented a new vision rooted in transparency, empowerment, and collaboration. Key principles highlighted include Buddhist disentanglement, dialectical balance, and community-led innovation... continue reading

The Expansive Well-Wishing Practice: A Fresh Take on an Ancient Intention

Mindful Leader

In the landscape of mindfulness practices, few techniques spark as much confusion and resistance as loving-kindness meditation. While its intentions are beautiful, many practitioners struggle with the prescribed phrases, forced emotions, or cultural elements that can feel inauthentic or overwhelming. What if there was a simpler, more direct way to cultivate goodwill toward ourselves and others?... continue reading

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Jul 29, 2025 10:30am

By Mindful Leader

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