

Discover Your Focus in 12 Minutes with Dr. Amishi Jha
17 snips May 2, 2022
Dr. Amishi Jha, a neuroscientist and psychology professor at the University of Miami and author of Peak Mind, shares actionable strategies to regain focus in just twelve minutes daily. She emphasizes the importance of training attention amid modern distractions, advocating mindfulness meditation as a powerful tool. Dr. Jha explains how breath awareness can anchor your mind and offers insights into the benefits of consistent focus training, encouraging listeners to own their attention and minimize tech-induced overwhelm.
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Pay Attention to Your Attention
- Pay attention to your attention to regain control over your mind.
- Train your mind to check in with your attention and redirect it when it wanders.
Three Systems of Attention
- Attention is not monolithic; it comprises distinct systems like a focusing "flashlight," a broad "floodlight" for alertness, and a goal-oriented "juggler."
- These systems can be vulnerable to distractions, hyper-focus, and goal-action mismatches.
Mindfulness Meditation Training
- Practice mindfulness meditation for 12 minutes daily to train your attention.
- Start with shorter durations and gradually increase to 12 minutes.