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Issue #39   I   April 3, 2025 Photography by Maresa Esmee           Welcome back to The Mindset by Super Age. This week, we’re getting quiet—but not passive. From the brain-boosting power of breath to the apps that actually make meditation stick, we’re diving into the new science (and old wisdom) of mindfulness. Whether you’re a lifelong meditator or just mindfulness-curious, there’s something here to deepen your practice—and maybe even change your brain. Let's dive in!       Why I Meditate Every Day (And You Might Want to, Too) David here, Founder of Super Age. Meditation isn’t just for the mellow. It’s not some soft, floaty practice reserved for the calm and the chill. In fact, as a former ski racer and martial artist, I can tell you it’s one of the strongest tools I’ve ever picked up. But it wasn’t easy. I was a very, very slow learner. But not for lack of trying. I worked with monks, went on retreats, tried sound baths and spiritual boot camps before finally finding my rhythm with a simple app and a 12-minute daily practice. Fifteen years later, meditation has given me the space to pause before reacting, to recover from self-doubt, and to reconnect with clarity when chaos hits. Meditation didn’t turn me into someone else—it just helped me be more me. 👉 Read the full story →     The Best Meditation Apps for Every Kind of Practice Meditation can be transformative, but it can also be intimidating. Where do you start? What if your mind won’t settle? And how do you make it a habit? We reviewed the best meditation apps of 2025, from beginner-friendly platforms to spiritual powerhouses. Whether you're looking to calm mental chatter, find trauma-informed support, deepen workday focus, get better sleep, nourish your spirituality, or just build a new daily longevity habit, there’s something here for you. Because the best app isn’t the one with the fanciest features; it’s the one that helps you keep showing up. 👉 Find your meditation app →     Meditation May Slow the Aging Process What can meditation actually do for your long-term health? A wave of new 2025 research says: A lot.  Slow aging: One study found that long-term Transcendental Meditation practitioners had lower expression of aging-related genes, better cognitive function, and healthier stress-response systems.  Reduce biomarkers for Alzheimer's: Another found that how you breathe during meditation can influence Alzheimer’s markers in your blood.  Restructure your brain: And still another mapped physical changes to the brain’s emotional regulation network—suggesting meditation rewires the structure of resilience itself.  The big takeaway? Meditation is more than mood management. It’s a deeply physiological practice that touches everything from metabolism to memory and more. 👉 Read the latest science on mindfulness and meditation →     What Is the Definition of Mindfulness? Heather here, Founding Editor of Super Age. Mindfulness is one of those wellness buzzwords that we've all heard so much that it's lost its meaning. What does it actually mean? As the former editor-in-chief of Mindful magazine, I’ve heard just about every definition out there. But the ones that stuck with me weren’t complicated. From Jon Kabat-Zinn to Thich Nhat Hanh, most people define mindfulness as paying attention to the present moment with kindness and curiosity. Turns out there’s no single definition of mindfulness. That’s because mindfulness is an innate human capacity, and there are as many ways to be mindful as there are minds on the planet. Recently, I began training as a mindfulness teacher, and one of my first assignments was to come up with my own definition of mindfulness. I sat with that for a while—and here’s what I came up with. 👉 Here’s my definition of mindfulness. What’s yours? →         How Are Today’s Choices Shaping Your Future? 80% of your health is shaped by what you do every day—not just genetics. See how your choices stack up and discover simple, powerful shifts to help you thrive longer, with purpose and vitality. Take the Super Age Quiz.   TAKE THE QUIZ           Thank you for reading this issue of The Mindset! We're delighted to have you as part of our growing Super Age community. We value your thoughts and would love to hear from you — just hit reply to share your feedback and any topics you're curious about! Discovered something Super Age worthy? Send it our way.       Were you forwarded this email? Sign up here We want to hear from you! How can we help you Super Age? Reply to this email and tell us what you want to read about. This issue of Super Age was written, edited, and produced by David Stewart and Heather Hurlock. Privacy & Terms | Contact | Partner With Us | Disclaimers   Copyright © 2025 All rights reserved Super Age 3419 Via Lido, Suite 657 Newport Beach, CA 92663     Unsubscribe