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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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Expert Interviews
Focus! 

Mindful's interview with Daniel Goleman, bestselling author of Emotional Intelligence, on his new book, Focus, and how we can hone one of the greatest gifts we have.  Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • October 16, 2013
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Expert Interviews
W.A.I.T. Before You Post 

Mindful's Q&A with Tristan Gorrindo, child and adolescent psychiatrist, about getting teens off of autopilot when it comes to engaging with social media. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • October 15, 2013
Expert Interviews
How to Turn Down the Background Noise for Better Focus 

Choosing what to focus on and what to leave in the background is one of our greatest gifts. And yet, says bestselling author Daniel Goleman, we squander this power by getting lost in a sea of distractions. Why not learn to train it instead? Read More 

  • Daniel Goleman
  • August 25, 2013
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