Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee How to Stay Calm in a Busy World with Michael Acton Smith #2
Jan 24, 2018
Dr Chatterjee speaks to Michael Acton Smith, co-Founder of Calm, about the benefits of meditation in a busy world. They discuss misconceptions and starting slowly. The success and impact of the Calm app, including its sleep benefits, are explored. Creating a conducive environment for healthy habits and incorporating meditation into daily life is emphasized. Sleep stories, gratitude, and positive thinking are highlighted. The importance of not using your phone at the start of the day and recommendations for the Calm app are given.
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Michael's Meditation Discovery
- Michael Acton Smith shares how stress from his business decline led him to discover meditation.
- He realized meditation's scientific benefits and committed his life to spreading it.
Meditation Strengthens Attention
- Meditation is like gym training for the mind's attention muscle.
- Strengthening attention through practice improves everyday mental focus.
Start Meditation Gently
- Start meditation gently, even with a few seconds of mindful breathing.
- Gradually increase duration to build the habit and mental fitness.