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The Paul Taylor Podcast
Mojo Mondays - Japanese Psychology Series Part 2: Attention
Sep 3, 2023
17:00
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Explore the skill of attention in Marita therapy and a personal story about calculating days left to live. Discover the impact of attention on life span and quality of life, as well as strategies to overcome unhelpful thoughts. Understand attention in Japanese psychology and the role of dopamine. Learn how directing attention inward and outward can reduce anxiety and improve focus. Emphasize the importance of intentional attention training and the positive effects of endurance training on cognitive performance.
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- Where we place our attention determines the quality of our lives, and spending time on social media instead of meaningful activities can be detrimental to our well-being.
- Redirecting attention to more meaningful activities such as hobbies or engaging with nature can improve well-being by providing long-term relief from negative thoughts and emotions.
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The Value of Attention and Finite Days
The podcast discusses the importance of attention and how it shapes our lives. The host shares a personal exercise of calculating the number of days they have left to live based on a life expectancy of 30,000 days. They highlight that where we place our attention determines the quality of our lives, and that spending time on social media instead of engaging in meaningful activities can be detrimental to our well-being.
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