Attention is selective and easily distracted, so the brain needs novelty, emotion, and meaning to stay focused.
The brain loves to focus in on what it thinks will help us in the moment, so if we are focusing our attention on stressful thoughts the brain will lean into those for us. This is when we need to force our attention elsewhere.
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For anyone that suffers from "monkey mind" this is a book for you. John Medina, your friendly neighborhood brain scientist, explodes the myths and lays bare the 12 fundamental principles that actually govern this marvelous, messy thing between your ears. Unlock the secrets to remembering anything, conquering stress, improving concentration, and boosting brainpower.
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