Beginners

Everything Willow Labs has written about Beginners, drawn from CBT, ACT, IFS and other evidence-based approaches. Practical, no fluff, with the techniques therapists actually use.

3 articles

Mindfulness · 8 min

Meditation vs Mindfulness: What's the Difference and Which Do You Need?

Meditation is the formal practice; mindfulness is the present-moment awareness it builds. Here's the difference and which one fits what you need.

Jul 7, 2026

Mindfulness · 8 min

What Is Mindfulness Meditation? A Beginner's Guide to Starting Small

Mindfulness meditation is the practice of paying attention to the present on purpose, without judging it. Here is how to start in two minutes a day.

Jul 5, 2026

Mindfulness · 6 min

Walking Meditation Is Having a Moment: A Calmer Way to Be Present

Walking meditation means moving slowly and paying attention to each step instead of sitting still. Here are the benefits and exactly how to start.

Jul 3, 2026