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Focus & Attention

Distraction is the default setting for most of us. These articles and practices help you train your attention, stay present with what matters, and work with a wandering mind instead of fighting it.
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Focus & Attention
How Are You Seeing The World? 

The art of unhooking from your stories allows you to see what’s in front of you rather than seeing what you’re looking to see. Read More 

  • Heather Shayne Blakeslee
  • March 25, 2021
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Focus & Attention
How I Unplug From Social Media in One Second 

Mindful’s managing editor Stephanie Domet explains how she reclaimed ninety minutes a week from mindlessly scrolling through social media. Her secret: being reminded to take a deep breath. Read More 

  • Stephanie Domet
  • March 5, 2021
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Focus & Attention
How Mindfulness Shifts Our Perception of Time 

The passage of time seems to speed up as we get older—but research finds this unnerving phenomenon may be allayed by learning to more attentively savor all the familiar details of our lives. Read More 

  • Sharon Begley
  • February 4, 2021
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Focus & Attention
3 Ways to Get Your Workout Off Autopilot 

Whether you’re ready to get off the couch or upgrade your exercise routine, these expert-recommended tips will engage your mind while keeping you in tune with your body’s capabilities. Read More 

  • Steve Calechman
  • January 19, 2021
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