Disc 1: Why mindfulness matters -- Our troublesome brains -- Informal, formal, and intensive practices -- Who am I? The perils of self -- Mindfulness or psychotherapy? -- Attention and empathy in relationships-- Disc 2: Science of compassion and self-compassion-- Tailoring practices to fit changing needs -- Modifying our brain function and structure-- Solitude--An antidote to loneliness-- Connecting with children and adolescents -- Seeing sadness and depression in a new light -- Disc 3: Befriending fear, worry, and anxiety -- Transforming chronic pain -- Placebos, illness, and the power of belief-- Interrupting addiction and troublesome habits-- Overcoming traumas large and small -- Groundbreaking mindfulness programs -- Disc 4: Neurobiology of self-preoccupation-- Growing up isn't easy--facing impermanence-- Toward a science of wisdom -- Promise of enlightenment-- Mindful ethics as a path to freedom-- New science of happiness -- Disc 5 (Bonus disc): Breath awareness practice -- Loving-kindness practice -- Mountain meditation -- Breathing together -- Stepping into fear.