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
A Meditation to Focus Attention 

When you're stressed, overwhelmed, or distracted, you can regain momentum by resting attention on a single focal point. Explore this 9-minute mindfulness practice to calm a busy mind from Rich Fernandez, CEO of the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute. Read More 

  • Rich Fernandez
  • September 26, 2018
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Focus & Attention
Listen Like It’s Your First Date 

Do you find yourself looking at your phone when you're supposed to be paying attention to a friend? Trade in technology for some old school listening. Read More 

  • Dacher Keltner
  • August 6, 2018
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Focus & Attention
When Wandering Minds are Just Fine 

While most psychologists call mind wandering a detrimental “failure of executive control," a new study suggests that it's not always harmful. Read More 

  • Peter Reuell
  • June 27, 2018
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