Life can be stressful. Whether it’s the stress that comes with having too much work to do in too little time, or having caregiving obligations, or dealing with a major illness or setback, sometimes it can be hard to cope.
In response to stress, many people turn to meditation or mindfulness apps (myself included). But not all mindfulness practices are equally effective for combatting stress, a new study suggests. It’s possible that some of our practices may be missing a vital ingredient: acceptance.
