The Art Engager Reclaiming Our Attention with Menka Sanghvi
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Nov 27, 2025 Menka Sanghvi, a researcher and the founder of Just Looking, dives deep into the art of attention. She explores the importance of ordinary moments and how our attentional filters shape perception. Menka discusses the striking contrast between algorithmic seeing and intentional looking, encouraging listeners to reclaim their focus. With insights on nurturing curiosity and kindness in our observations, she offers practical advice for engaging with the world more meaningfully. Menka's vision aims to transform the way we notice, reflect, and connect.
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Attention As The Foundational Skill
- Attention is the touchstone linking outer problems and inner change.
- What we attend to shapes feelings, beliefs, habits and actions.
How Just Looking Began
- Menka started Just Looking by running playful photo walks to counter numbness from screens and news.
- Early walks focused on unexpected places like a busy financial district and a small bridge to train curiosity.
Power Of The Ordinary
- Ordinary moments matter because that's where we live and feel connected.
- Noticing everyday wonders counters evolutionary negativity bias and builds caring.
