Dr. Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu
Heartfulness
Heartfulness is a way of living with mindfulness, compassion, and responsibility that nurtures well-being and personal growth. Practicing in groups creates spaces where people connect deeply with themselves, with others, and with the spirit, fostering authentic relationships and transformation.

Articles and Interviews
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“I See You, I Am Here: The Secret to Heartfelt Communication.” Lion’s Roar, September 2020 
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Interview. “The Power of Vulnerability.” By Victoria Dawson, Mindful. December 17, 2018 
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“Samurai in the Teahouse: Mindfulness in Japanese Culture.” Psychology Today, July 27, 2018 
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“What Grace Lee Boggs Would’ve Taught Activists in This Moment.” yes! March 20, 2017 
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“Remembering the Japanese American Internment.” Mindful, February 20, 2017 
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“How to Help Diverse Students Find Common Ground.” Greater Good Magazine. Nov 14, 2016 
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“The Japanese Art of Acceptance: Shikata ga Nai.” Psychology Today, March 11, 2016 
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“The Japanese Therapy of Gratitude to Mothers.” Psychology Today. 
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“Healing Through Arts: Writing helps bring lost loved ones back to life.” Psychology Today. 
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“Arigatou: Beginning and Ending with Thanks,” Heartfulness, December 5, 2015 
Audios and Videos
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“Finding Balance and Wholeness in Life’s Struggles. Pearl Webinar, April 10, 2021 
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Transforming your life with three vital connections. TedXTokyo Salon. May 4, 2020 
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Interview. Transforming Self and Society. CIIS Public Program, 2018 
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“Stanford University Mindfulness Classroom.” Daily Good. Aug 24, 2017 
Books
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From Mindfulness to Heartfulness: Transforming Self and Society with Compassion, Berrett-Koehler, 2018