By Cheryle Ramos
Productivity and focus are two different things, although they are certainly connected in some regards. There are several important factors when it comes to being productive, and focus is one of them.
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We all know that unmanaged stress can be destructive. But are there positive sides to stress as well?
As Buddhist teaching says, suffering has the potential to deepen our compassion and understanding of the human condition. And in so doing, it can lead us to even greater faith, joy and well-being.
Wherever attention goes the rest of the brain follows—in some sense, attention is your brain’s boss. But is it a good boss and can we train it?
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Leaders guide attention. But a single-minded focus on goals can run roughshod over human concerns, says Daniel Goleman.
Daniel Goleman, author of Focus, debunks three common myths.
A steady dose of toxic energy in the workplace encourages valuable team members to update their resumes rather than their to-do lists.
How effective executives direct their own—and their organizations’—attention.
Alex discusses motherhood, practicing self-love, standing up to bullies, and overcoming obstacles. So find yourself a relaxing space and read this interview with this seriously inspiring woman!
Caring for people who are suffering is a loving, even heroic calling, but it takes a toll. Roshi Joan Halifax teaches this five-step program to care for yourself while caring for others.
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During the global pandemic and racialized unrest, we all need pathways to calm, clarity and openheartedness. While it’s natural to feel fear during times of great collective crises, our challenge is that fear easily takes over our lives.