Podcasts about mind wandering

Mind Wandering and Mental Focus with Arnaud Delorme Arnaud Delorme is a university professor at Paul Sabatier University in Toulouse, France. He is also an adjunct faculty member at the Schwarz Center for Computational Neuroscience at the University of California San Diego and a consulting research scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences. His research encompasses pure neuroscience methods as well as the neuroscience of mind wandering, meditation, and so-called mediums, and he is the author of Why Our Minds Wander: Understand the Science and Learn How to Focus Your Thoughts. Arnaud explores the neuroscience of mind wandering, explaining how spontaneous thought arises, why it is universal, and how it relates to meditation and brain networks. He discusses the default mode network, metacognition, and how awareness of wandering thoughts reveals the dynamic nature of consciousness. Delorme also shares practical insights into tuning the mind through meditation and understanding the evolutionary, emotional, and creative roles of mind wandering. New Thinking Allowed host, Jeffrey Mishlove, PhD, is author of The Roots of Consciousness, Psi Development Systems, and The PK Man. Between 1986 and 2002 he hosted and co-produced the original Thinking Allowed public television series. He is the recipient of the only doctoral diploma in “parapsychology” ever awarded by an accredited university (University of California, Berkeley, 1980). He is also the Grand Prize winner of the 2021 Bigelow Institute essay competition regarding the best evidence for survival of human consciousness after permanent bodily death. He is Co-Director of Parapsychology Education at the California Institute for Human Science. (Recorded on November 7, 2025) Check out New Thinking Allowed’s AI chatbot. You can create a free account at awakin.ai/open/jeffreymishlove. When you enter the space, you will see that our chatbot is one of several you can interact with. While it is still a work in progress, it has been trained on 1,600 NTA transcripts. It can provide intelligent answers about the contents of our interviews. It’s almost like having a conversation with Jeffrey Mishlove. For a short video on How to Get the Most From New Thinking Allowed, go to For a complete, updated list with links to all of our videos, see https://newthinkingallowed.com/Listings.htm. Check out the New Thinking Allowed Foundation website at http://www.newthinkingallowed.org. There you will find our incredible, searchable database as well as opportunities to shop and to support our video productions – plus, this is where people can subscribe to our FREE, weekly Newsletter and can download a FREE .pdf copy of our quarterly magazine. To order high-quality, printed copies of our quarterly magazine: https://nta-magazine.magcloud.com/ If you would like to join our team of volunteers, helping to promote the New Thinking Allowed YouTube channel on social media, editing and translating videos, creating short video trailers based on our interviews, helping to upgrade our website, or contributing in other ways (we may not even have thought of), please send an email to friends@newthinkingallowed.com. To join the NTA Psi Experience Community on Facebook, see https://www.facebook.com/groups/1953031791426543/ To download and listen to audio versions of the New Thinking Allowed videos, please visit our new podcast at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/new-thinking-allowed-audio-podcast/id1435178031. You can help support our video productions while enjoying a good book. To order a copy of New Thinking Allowed Dialogues: Is There Life After Death? click on https://amzn.to/3LzLA7Y (As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.) To order the second book in the New Thinking Allowed Dialogues series, Russell Targ: Ninety Years of ESP, Remote Viewing, and Timeless Awareness, go to https://amzn.to/4aw2iyr To order a copy of New Thinking Allowed Dialogues: UFOs and UAP – Are We Really Alone?, go to https://amzn.to/3Y0VOVh To order a copy of Charles T. Tart: Seventy Years of Exploring Consciousness and Parapsychology, go to https://amzn.to/41jIX1o To order a copy of Charles T. Tart: Seventy Years of Exploring Consciousness and Parapsychology, go to https://amzn.to/4oOUJLn Download and read Jeffrey Mishlove’s Grand Prize essay in the Bigelow Institute competition, Beyond the Brain: The Survival of Human Consciousness After Permanent Bodily Death, go to https://www.bigelowinstitute.org/docs/1st.pdf To order Why Our Minds Wander, by Arnaud Delorme, go to https://amzn.to/4o3L3Lt

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Nella puntata del 28 ottobre 2025, abbiamo intervistato il Prof. Marco Sperduti, docente di psicologia generale presso l'Università di Torvergata, sul tema del “Mind'Wandering” Che cos'è il mind-wandering? Come si manifesta? Che impatto ha sulle nostre capacità cognitive e sulla nostra salute mentale? Come possiamo gestirlo? Ascolta il podcast!

We continue our 'Exile State of Mind' series, working through the book of Jeremiah. This week, we explore the powerful imagery around the theme of wandering in Jeremiah 2 and 3

"The correction of fear is your responsibility. ²When you ask for release from fear, you are implying that it is not. ³You should ask, instead, for help in the conditions that have brought the fear about. ⁴These conditions always entail a willingness to be separate. ⁵At that level you can help it. ⁶You are much too tolerant of mind wandering, and are passively condoning your mind's miscreations. ⁷The particular result does not matter, but the fundamental error does. ⁸The correction is always the same. (https://acim.org/acim/en/s/67#4:1-8 | T-2.VI.4:1-8)Visit the website for information on these meetings, the online community and information on paid private mentoring with Keith:https://www.acimwithkeith.com/You can watch many older meetings on the YouTube Channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@acimwithkeithOur meetings are organised in the Facebook group, "A Course In Miracles With Keith" Please ensure you read and agree to the group rules on application to have membership approved. This is the link:⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/384802770144828⁠If you'd like to donate, you can do so with paypal here:⁠https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/keithkav⁠Or you can donate with credit card here:⁠https://www.mypos.com/@keith⁠

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Mind-wandering is often dismissed as a distraction, an idle drift away from productive thought. But what if this spontaneous movement of the mind is not just a quirk of cognition but a fundamental feature of how we think, create, and find meaning? Our guest, Kalina Christoff Hadjiilieva, is a Professor of Psychology at the University of British Columbia where she leads The Cognitive Neuroscience of Thought Laboratory. Her work explores the neural mechanisms behind mind-wandering, uncovering how our brains shift between goal-directed focus and free-flowing exploration. Kalina argues that mind-wandering is not a failure of attention but an essential cognitive process—one that fuels creativity, problem-solving, and insight. While some scientists define mind-wandering narrowly as thinking about anything other than the task at hand, she proposes a broader, more dynamic definition: mind-wandering is thought moving freely, unconstrained by immediate demands or rigid patterns. Neuroscience has long favored studying controlled, deliberate cognition. The executive brain functions—the ones we can track, measure, and influence—are often given priority. But Kalina points out that the vast majority of brain activity is spontaneous and unexplained. She advocates for a shift in perspective: instead of treating free thought as noise, we should recognize its role in structuring our experiences, shaping our beliefs, and allowing us to make sense of the world. Mind-wandering, Kalina suggests, is not just about distraction—it is about discovery.

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Terry Sejnowski, Ph.D., professor of computational neurobiology at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. He is world-renowned for exploring how our brain processes and stores information and, with that understanding, for developing tools that enable us to markedly improve our ability to learn all types of information and skills. We discuss how to learn most effectively in order to truly master a subject or skill. Dr. Sejnowski explains how to use AI tools to forage for new information, generate ideas, predict the future, and assist in analyzing health data and making health-related decisions. We also explore non-AI strategies to enhance learning and creativity, including how specific types of exercise can improve mitochondrial function and cognitive performance. Listeners will gain insights into how computational methods and AI are transforming our understanding of brain function, learning, and memory, as well as the emerging roles of these tools in addressing personal health and treating brain diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Access the full show notes for this episode at hubermanlab.com. Pre-order Andrew's new book, Protocols: protocolsbook.com Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.com/huberman  David Protein: https://davidprotein.com/huberman  LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman  Joovv: https://joovv.com/huberman  Timestamps 00:00:00 Dr. Terry Sejnowski   00:02:32 Sponsors: BetterHelp & Helix Sleep   00:05:19 Brain Structure & Function, Algorithmic Level   00:11:49 Basal Ganglia; Learning & Value Function   00:15:23 Value Function, Reward & Punishment   00:19:14 Cognitive vs. Procedural Learning, Active Learning, AI   00:25:56 Learning & Brain Storage   00:30:08 Traveling Waves, Sleep Spindles, Memory   00:32:08 Sponsors: AG1 & David   00:34:57 Tool: Increase Sleep Spindles; Memory, Ambien; Prescription Drugs   00:42:02 Psilocybin, Brain Connectivity   00:45:58 Tool: ‘Learning How to Learn' Course   00:49:36 Learning, Generational Differences, Technology, Social Media   00:58:37 Sponsors: LMNT & Joovv   01:01:06 Draining Experiences, AI & Social Media   01:06:52 Vigor & Aging, Continued Learning, Tool: Exercise & Mitochondrial Function   01:12:17 Tool: Cognitive Velocity; Quick Stressors, Mitochondria   01:16:58 AI, Imagined Futures, Possibilities   01:27:14 AI & Mapping Potential Options, Schizophrenia   01:30:56 Schizophrenia, Ketamine, Depression   01:36:15 AI, “Idea Pump,” Analyzing Research   01:42:11 AI, Medicine & Diagnostic Tool; Predicting Outcomes   01:50:04 Parkinson's Disease; Cognitive Velocity & Variables; Amphetamines   01:59:49 Free Will; Large Language Model (LLM), Personalities & Learning   02:12:40 Tool: Idea Generation, Mind Wandering, Learning   02:18:18 Dreams, Unconscious, Types of Dreams   02:22:56 Future Projects, Brain & Self-Attention   02:31:39 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow & Reviews, Sponsors, YouTube Feedback, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter   Disclaimer & Disclosures

Es ist zum Verzweifeln: Du hast den Absatz im Buch nun schon fünfmal gelesen und noch immer keine Ahnung, was darin steht. Stattdessen bist du im Geist die Einkaufsliste durchgegangen und hast über den Streit von gestern nachgedacht. Warum nur bleiben die Gedanken nicht mal da, wo du sie gerade brauchst? Heute sprechen Leon und Atze darüber, wie wir lästiges Gedankenwandern eindämmen können - und warum es manchmal gar nicht so schlecht sein kann, ab und zu abschweifen. Fühlt euch gut betreut Leon & Atze Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonwindscheid/ https://www.instagram.com/atzeschroeder_offiziell/ Der Instagram Account für Betreutes Fühlen: https://www.instagram.com/betreutesfuehlen/ Mehr zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/betreutesfuehlen Hier Tickets für die Show in Münster sichern: https://betreutesfuehlen.online-ticket.de/muenster-2024 Masterclass von Leon ab Herbst https://wemynd.de Ein Gehirn&Geist-Artikel über zwanghaftes Tagträumen: (kostenpflichtig) https://www.spektrum.de/magazin/wenn-exzessives-tagtraeumen-zum-problem-wird/1671446 Wie Tagträume das Leben verbessern, bei Kugelzwei: https://www1.wdr.de/kugelzwei/gluecksfunken/tagtraeume-100.html Über zwanghaftes Tagträumen, alltägliches Tagträumen und Mind Wandering, von Scientific American: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/living-in-a-dream-world/ Redaktion: Stefanie Uhrig Produktion: Murmel Productions

The modern world is robbing people of their innate ability for deep focus. But it's also taking away an innate ability that enhances our clarity, connections and creativity - our ability to Mind Wander. That's what I explore a little today.   Show Notes: Get access to SHiFTS, the unique mental clarity tool here.    Get Inspired Every Monday Morning & Join The Community:  For free delivery of my weekly email join my mailing list at www.shanecradock.com My best-selling book The Inner CEO: The Inner CEO is available to buy in ebook, paperback, hardback and audio formats. All details are here: www.theinnerceo.com Connect With Me:  Have you been inspired from something you've heard on my podcast or do you have a question?  I'd love to hear from you.  Email me at support@shanecradock.com Follow:  Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. 

In episode 413 of The Brainy Business podcast, host Melina Palmer welcomes Dr. Melaina Vinski, the Behavioral Science Lead at IBM, for a deep dive into the practical applications of behavioral science in business and technology. Melaina, with her extensive background in cognitive neuroscience and human behavior, shares her journey from academia to leading behavioral science initiatives at major corporations like PwC Canada and IBM. She discusses the importance of mind wandering, mindfulness, and the integration of behavioral science into technology to create impactful solutions. Melaina elaborates on her fascinating research experiences, including studying the effects of daylight savings on cognition in Iceland and exploring mindfulness at the Max Planck Institute. She also touches on the significance of empathy, stress management, and cognitive capacity in designing user-centric solutions in the financial services and insurance industries. The episode is packed with insights on how to apply behavioral science principles to drive strategic decision-making, enhance user experience, and improve business outcomes. In this episode: Discover the impact of mind wandering and mindfulness on cognitive capacity and creativity. Learn about the integration of behavioral science into technology and its real-world applications. Understand the importance of empathy and stress management in user-centric design. Explore strategic decision-making frameworks that incorporate behavioral science principles. Gain insights into Melaina's journey from academia to leading behavioral science initiatives at IBM. Show Notes: 00:00:00 - Introduction Melina introduces Dr. Melaina Vinski, highlighting her role as the Behavioral Science Lead at IBM and her extensive background in cognitive neuroscience and human behavior. 00:04:12 - Melaina's Background and Journey Melaina shares her journey from academia to the corporate world, discussing her experiences at PwC Canada and IBM, and the transition from theoretical research to practical applications. 00:09:45 - Research on Mind Wandering and Mindfulness Melaina discusses her PhD research on mind wandering and mindfulness, including her studies on the effects of daylight savings in Iceland and mindfulness practices at the Max Planck Institute. 00:15:32 - The Importance of Empathy and Stress Management The conversation shifts to the significance of empathy and stress management in user-centric design, particularly in the financial services and insurance industries. 00:21:18 - Integrating Behavioral Science into Technology Melaina explains how behavioral science principles are integrated into technology at IBM to create impactful solutions, emphasizing the importance of strategic decision-making frameworks. 00:27:54 - Practical Applications and Examples Melaina provides examples of practical applications of behavioral science in business, including a case study on improving customer experience in the insurance industry. 00:34:06 - The Role of Cognitive Capacity in Creativity The discussion highlights the role of cognitive capacity in creativity and problem-solving, and the benefits of mind wandering and taking breaks for better decision-making. 00:40:22 - Building a Holistic Approach to Behavioral Science Melaina shares her approach to building a holistic behavioral science strategy, integrating various frameworks and tools to drive business outcomes. 00:46:15 - Closing Thoughts and Future Directions Melina and Melaina discuss the future directions of behavioral science in business and technology, and the importance of continuous learning and adaptation. 00:50:30 - Conclusion What stuck with you while listening to the episode? 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Hi friends, we're on a brief summer break at the moment. We'll have a new episode for you in August. In the meanwhile, enjoy this pick from our archives! _____ [originally aired May 17, 2023] You know the feeling. You're trying to read or write or think through a project, maybe even just respond to an email, when your attention starts to drift. You may not even notice it until you've already picked up your phone or jumped tabs, until your mind has already wandered way off-piste. This problem of distraction has become a bit of a modern-day obsession. We now fret about how to stay focused, how to avoid time-sucks, how to use our attention wisely. But it turns out this fixation of ours—contemporary as it may seem—is really not so new.  My guest today is Dr. Jamie Kreiner, Professor of History at the University of Georgia. Jamie is the author of a new book titled The Wandering Mind: What Medieval Monks Tell us about Distraction. In the book, Jamie shows that Christian monks in late antiquity and the early middle ages were—like us—a bit obsessed with attention. And their understanding of attention fit within a broad and often remarkably detailed understanding of the mind. In this conversation, Jamie and I talk about why monks in this era cared so much about distraction. We discuss how they understood the relationship between mind and body; how they conceptualized memory, meditation, and mind-wandering. We discuss some of the mnemonic techniques they used, some of the graphical and textual devices that helped keep them focused, and some of the metaphors and visualization techniques they innovated. Along the way we also touch on fasting, sleep, demons and angels, the problem of discernment, the state of pure prayer, the Six Wings mnemonic device, metacognitive maneuvering, and much more.  I'll just say I really enjoyed The Wandering Mind. As Jamie and I chat about here, the book illuminates an earlier understanding of human psychology that feels deeply familiar in some ways, and delightfully strange in others. I think you definitely get a sense of that in this conversation. Alright friends, on to my chat with Dr. Jamie Kreiner. Enjoy!     A transcript of this episode is available here.   Notes and links 4:00 – A webpage devoted to the Ark of Hugh of Saint Victor.  6:30 – For a detailed (and positive) review essay about The Wandering Mind, see here.  11:30 ­– The Redwall books, by Brian Jacques, are well known for featuring elaborate feasts. An article about some of the best of these. 18:30 – For more on how the body was understood in the early Christian world, see The Burden of the Flesh. 26:30 – Text written continuously is known as scripta continua. 27:30 – Articles that celebrate medieval marginalia can be found here, here, and here.  40:00 – An article about the Six Wings mnemonic. For more on mnemonic techniques in the medieval world, see Mary Carruthers' book. 53:00 – On the idea of “pure prayer,” see the book, The Ladder of Prayer and the Ship of Stirrings. 57:30 – Dr. Kreiner's next book, which comes out in January 2024, is a translation of some of John Cassian's work on distraction.   Dr. Kreiner's book recommendations can be found in a recent article here.   Many Minds is a project of the Diverse Intelligences Summer Institute, which is made possible by a generous grant from the Templeton World Charity Foundation to UCLA. It is hosted and produced by Kensy Cooperrider, with help from Assistant Producer Urte Laukaityte and with creative support from DISI Directors Erica Cartmill and Jacob Foster. Our artwork is by Ben Oldroyd. Our transcripts are created by Sarah Dopierala. Subscribe to Many Minds on Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Google Play, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also now subscribe to the Many Minds newsletter here! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions. Feel free to email us at: manymindspodcast@gmail.com.  For updates about the show, visit our website or follow us on Twitter: @ManyMindsPod.

La prima regola, è non giudicarti. La seconda, non applicare a te stesso i modelli degli altri, ed agli altri, i tuoi. La terza, capire quando lasciar andare libera la mente è qualcosa che ti fa bene, e quando, invece, è il momento di aiutarla a trovare la strada giusta. Ci sono tanti motivi, per cui i pensieri si muovono liberi nella mente. Per aiutarti a stare meglio, ad alleggerire la vita, a trovare la giusta ispirazione, o, semplicemente, perché non sanno dove andare. Poi, ci sono pensieri che sembrano vagare, ma non vagano per niente, insistono invece perché c'è qualcosa che devi chiarire dentro di te. E quelli che non sono tuoi, ma arrivano da altri. Il mind wandering è un'attività che ha un potenziale straordinario, che puoi attivare. Quando? Quando accompagna qualcosa di buono per te. Come? Iniziando ad avere fiducia nel più profondo valore della tua esistenza. “Cambia i tuoi pensieri e cambierai il tuo mondo” (V. Peale) - Puoi leggere la trascrizione dell'audio qui: https://annarosapacini.com/mind-wandering- E da questa pagina puoi iscriverti liberamente al mio podcast Comunicare per essere®: https://annarosapacini.com/podcast/ una filosofia di vita pratica e concreta, che permette di mettere da subito in atto il cambiamento- Comunicazione valoriale, Relazioni, Professione, Benessere. Scrittura evolutiva®, grafologia evolutiva®, soluzioni e percorsi sempre e solo su misura. Per informazioni sul progetto, sui contenuti, sugli strumenti e sui percorsi attivabili scrivi a info@annarosapacini.com- Rinforza la tua motivazione e la tua visione interiore: ogni giorno, per te, nuove prospettive che potrai applicare per trasformare la tua vita. Seguimi su Meta-Facebook e sul tuo social preferito, cerca “Annarosa Pacini”➡️ E non dimenticare di iscriverti al mio canale YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@AnnarosaPacini

 Anne  Barrowclough is the creator of Wander120, an app to help us "mind wander". The purpose of this  app is to help us  refresh from our stressful lives. Through dealing with her parents mental health decline, the concept of mind wandering came about. Such has Anne's passion for the project been, she has turned it into an online business with clients all around the world.Ann's startup journey is long from over but in the follow up to her recent interview she shares in this episode the books that have inspired her on her journey so far!For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!

Anne  Barrowclough has held down a variety of employment roles over the years, but at the same time has often has a "side hustle" before it was a thing!Through dealing with her parents mental health decline, the concept of mind wandering came about. Such has Anne's passion for the project been, she has turned it into an online business with clients all around the world.Ann's startup journey is long from over as she shares with us her experiences so far and what the future holds for mind wandering and her business wander120.1:10 What is Wander 120 about?6:10 What was the inspiration for the business?7:40 How does mind wandering compare to meditation?10:30 What was Anne's background?12:00 What has been her motivation?15:00 What does the app do?19:08 If you were to start again, what would you do differently?25:20 How did you get your app out to customers?30:2!0 What have been some of your lessons?36:00 What are your greatest impediments to growth?38:10 What's your competition?41:20 Where to next with the business?42:48 What are the key qualities to succeed? For more great content, go to:https://www.isintosuccess.comhttps://www.instagram.com/insightsintosuccess/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRkDL7gZSP98vnVyZ5445ghttps://www.tiktok.com/@insightsintosuccessEmail us at: paul.d@msofmarketing.comThanks for supporting us in our journey to find the secrets to success!

The interplay between the Default Mode Network (DMN) and the Task Positive Network (TPN) is crucial for our cognitive and emotional health. The DMN, active during restful states and wandering mind, facilitates introspection, memory recall, and creativity, serving as a foundational element in our mental processes. On the other hand, the TPN takes charge during focused, goal-oriented tasks, enabling attention, decision-making, and problem-solving. They operate in balance - when one is active, the other quiescent and this dynamic is essential for optimal mental functioning.However, imbalances in these networks can lead to mental health challenges. For instance, excessive DMN activity is linked to conditions like depression and anxiety, where rumination and negative self-referential thoughts prevail. In contrast, overreliance on the TPN without adequate rest can lead to burnout and stress.Mindfulness meditation offers a practical approach to equilibrating the DMN and TPN, promoting mental well-being by fostering a state of alert relaxation and enhancing self-awareness. Moreover, incorporating regular breaks into the workday, particularly those that allow for mental disengagement from task-focused activities, is vital for sustaining cognitive performance and preventing decision fatigue. Engaging in activities that stimulate the DMN, such as spending time in nature or practicing mindfulness, during these breaks can further enhance cognitive restoration and emotional balance.Awake and Aware | Our 2024 Live EventJoin us at Awake and Aware 2024, a transformative 3-day workshop from May 1st to 3rd in Bend, Oregon. Focusing on interactive experiences, this event offers a unique opportunity to reset, reflect, and connect with like-minded individuals. Limited slots.Website: Awakeandawarebend.comCME? Yes! This is a CME eventLove medicine, but the job itself leaves a lot to be desired?I work with many docs in your shoes. To learn more about 1-on-1 coaching, start here.4 free resources specifically designed to address pain points in emergency medicine practiceThe Driveway DebriefScripting your least favorite conversationsThe quick and dirty guide to calling consultsMy 4 favorite documentation templateFor full show notes of this episode and all sorts of other goodies, visit our podcast websiteWe DiscussWhat is the Default Mode Network?What is the Task Positive Network?Interplay of the TPN and DMNDefault Mode Network out of Balance | Mental IllnessThe Neurophysiology Behind How Taking a Small Step of Action Can Decrease Rumination and AnxietyThe Default Mode Network and InsomniaWhat Happens with the DMN in Meditation?The Task Positive Network's Role in MeditationWhy Your Task Positive Network is Begging You to Take a Break in the WorkdayHow to Take a Break That Effectively Recharges Your Task Positive NetworkMentioned in this episode:Our Live Event. May 1-3, 2024 | Bend, ORAwake and Aware An in-person live workshop...

We invite you to listen in on an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jonathan Schooler, shedding light on his groundbreaking research at The META Lab (Memory Emotion Thought Awareness) at UC Santa Barbara about Mind Wandering.Dr. Schooler is a Distinguished Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences and the Acting Director of the SAGE Center for the Study of the Mind at the University of California, Santa Barbara. His research on human cognition explores topics that intersect philosophy and psychology. For instance, he delves into how fluctuations in people's awareness of their experience mediate mind-wandering and how exposing individuals to philosophical positions alters their behavior.In this episode, we cover:What is Meta Lab's research on mind wandering?How meditation an effective technique for reducing mind wanderingThe Finding Focus AppWhat is Meta Awareness and how do we measure it?On drinking alcohol and its impact on awareness, creativity, inhibition, and the flow state.What is the difference between mind wandering and daydreaming?How are ideas forming?Exploring creative emergence in transitional statesThe importance of leisure and breaks to progress in creativity and productivity.Tip-of-the-tongue experiences aid in effective problem-solvingTips for finding focus and creativityHow to cultivate openness to experiencethe importance of cultivating curiosity and intellectual humility for personal and societal benefit.Helpful links:Jonathan Schooler - Read about the Inside and the Selection of IdeasFinding Focus AppKaplan CourseDRUNK: How We Sipped, Danced, and Stumbled Our Way to Civilization by Edward SlingerlandRobert StickgoldEpisode #63: The Science and Psychology of Sleep and Dreams with Tzivia GoverDavid GrossFind Rosebud Woman on Instagram as @rosebudwoman, Christine on Instagram as @the.rose.woman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

you're an ADHD girl, I'm an ADHD girl... and we both need better quality sleep. Here's some relaxation tips that I've been doing recently that have really helped me get a deeper sleep at night, even with a busy ADHD brain and mind. Poor sleep makes ADHD impairments and symptoms worse, so let's find ways to calm ADHD at bedtime, and sleep better so we can be Healthy and Happy ADHD Girls. :) Research suggests that women with ADHD may experience challenges related to sleep for several reasons: Hyperactivity and Impulsivity: ADHD symptoms such as hyperactivity and impulsivity can lead to heightened arousal, making it more difficult for individuals to wind down and relax before bedtime. Executive Functioning Difficulties: ADHD is associated with executive function deficits, which can impact the ability to plan and organize daily activities, including maintaining a consistent sleep schedule. Mind Wandering and Racing Thoughts: ADHD is often characterized by a busy mind with constant thoughts and ideas. This can make it challenging for women with ADHD to quiet their minds when trying to fall asleep. Sensory Sensitivities: Some individuals with ADHD, including women, may have heightened sensitivities to stimuli, such as light, noise, or discomfort from clothing. These sensitivities can contribute to difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Co-occurring Conditions: Women with ADHD often have co-occurring conditions such as anxiety or depression, which can also impact sleep quality. Managing these conditions may contribute to improved sleep. Hormonal Changes: Hormonal fluctuations, such as those occurring during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, or menopause, can affect sleep patterns. Women with ADHD may be more susceptible to the impact of these hormonal changes on their sleep. It's important to note that each individual's experience with ADHD is unique, and not all women with ADHD will necessarily have sleep difficulties. However, understanding these potential challenges can help individuals and healthcare professionals develop targeted strategies to improve sleep hygiene and overall well-being. If sleep difficulties persist, consulting with a healthcare professional is advisable for personalized guidance and support. This podcast is no substitute for medical care, professional advice or clinical treatment. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthyhappyadhdgirls/message

Harnessing the Power of Mind Wandering: Mastering Your Default Mode Network for Positive Change - The Goal Smasher Podcast" In this episode, we explore the fascinating topic of "Mind Wandering" and how we can harness the potential of our Default Mode Network (DMN) for positive change. Join us as we delve into the science behind mind wandering and discover how understanding our minds can lead to redirecting it towards greater productivity and positivity. Are you curious about the impact of mind wandering on your thoughts and emotions? Together, we'll uncover how to navigate our default mode network and use it as a powerful tool for creativity and problem-solving. Don't miss this enlightening episode as we equip you with a transformative method from the book "Goal Smasher" to master your mind wandering and unleash its full potential. Subscribe now and experience the power of this dynamic show to embrace the art of mind wandering for personal growth and success! Tune in to the Goal Smasher Podcast and witness the transformative impact of harnessing your mind's innate brilliance. Join the Goal Smasher Nation, Read the book, follow on social, and subscribe to the newsletter for free resources at Audreylawrence.org. Keywords: Mind Wandering, Default Mode Network, Positive Change, Creativity, Problem-Solving, Goal Smasher, Audrey Lawrence, Transformative Techniques, Empowering, Dynamic Show, Personal Growth, Success, Productivity, Redirecting Thoughts, Art of Mind Wandering.

Join me as I delve into the fascinating world of feeling tones (or vedanas) and their impact on our lives. With guests Mark Williams and Dr. Danny Penman, we explore how feeling tones shape our thoughts, emotions, and actions, leaving us with a profound question: Are we truly in control of our own experiences? Tune in to find out, but be prepared to questioning everything you thought you knew. Welcoming Mark Williams and Dr. Danny Penman, the minds behind significant advancements in the field of mindfulness and cognitive therapy. As a professor of Clinical Psychology at Oxford University, Mark has contributed immensely to developing mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. Accompanying him is his co-author, Dr. Danny Penman, a renowned meditation teacher and accomplished writer. Winner of the British Medical Association's Best Book Award in 2014, Danny has brought meditation and mindfulness into the limelight. Together, they're introducing their latest endeavor, 'Deeper Mindfulness,' a reflective, insightful guide aiming to help us navigate our complex emotions. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the profound impact of mindfulness meditation on your mental health. Learn how to weave kindness and compassion into your daily mindfulness routine. Unearth methods for navigating trauma-centric mindfulness, setting a secure foothold for beginners in this practice. Delve into the fascinating transformation of meditation practices in Western society. Find out about the transformative eight-week program that will catapult your journey of cultivating mindfulness, as discussed in the book. Resources from this episode: Check out Mark Williams and Dr. Danny Penman's new book, Deeper Mindfulness, which explores feeling tones and provides practical exercises to deepen your mindfulness practice. Visit Komuso, a necklace that helps you reduce stress and increase focus. Use promo code Karagoodwin15 for a 15% discount. Explore the partners of the Meditation Conversation podcast on themeditationconversation.com for more resources and tools to support your spiritual revolution. Listen to episode 240 of The Meditation Conversation podcast where Kara Goodwin interviews Todd Steinberg, the founder of Komuso, for insights on calming the body and mind. Don't miss out on the practical insights and exercises in Mark Williams and Dr. Danny Penman's book, Deeper Mindfulness, to help you understand and navigate the feeling tones in your life. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:13 - Introduction, 00:03:22 - The Significance of Feeling Tones, 00:07:57 - The Neuroscience of Feeling Tones, 00:12:20 - Dimensionality of Feeling Tones, 00:14:41 - Mindfulness Practices for Balancing Feeling Tones, 00:16:27 - Arguing and Bargaining with Pleasantness and Unpleasantness 00:17:48 - The Cultural Influence on Acceptance 00:18:57 - The Brain's Constant Action 00:20:31 - No Action Needed Right Now 00:24:37 - Living in an Accurate Simulation 00:32:45 - The Benefits of Downloads and Streamable Content, 00:33:56 - Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness, 00:34:45 - Mind Wandering as a Gymnasium Equipment, 00:36:07 - Kindness and Compassion in Meditation, 00:37:24 - Program Options and Resources,

Thomas Metzinger is Professor of Theoretical Philosophy at the Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz. He is the author of The Ego Tunnel and Being No One (MIT Press), the coeditor of Open MIND, and the editor of Neural Correlates of Consciousness (both MIT Press). His research focus lies in analytical philosophy of mind and cognitive science, as well as in connections between ethics, philosophy of mind and anthropology. He is the recipient of several awards and Fellowships, including a Fellowship by the Gutenberg Research College and a Research Professorship from the German Ministry of Science, Education and Culture. He was the Director of the Neuroethics Research Unit in Mainz and Director of the MIND Group at the FIAS. He is past president of the German Cognitive Science Society and of the Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness. He was a key member of the EU's High-level Expert Group on artificial intelligence. A life-long meditator himself, Metzinger contributes widely to the scientific and philosophical understanding of contemplative practices. He is the founder and director of the MPE-project, a network of more serious researchers investigating the experience of pure awareness in meditation. EPISODE LINKS: - Thomas' Website: https://www.grc.uni-mainz.de/prof-thomas-metzinger/ - Thomas' Books: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Thomas-Metzinger/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3AThomas+Metzinger - Thomas' Publications: https://scholar.google.co.za/citations?user=x_CsYPMAAAAJ&hl=en - Thomas' Forthcoming Book "The Elephant and the Blind": https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262547109/the-elephant-and-the-blind/ CONNECT: - Website: https://tevinnaidu.com - Instagram: https://instagram.com/drtevinnaidu - Facebook: https://facebook.com/drtevinnaidu - Twitter: https://twitter.com/drtevinnaidu - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/drtevinnaidu TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) - Introduction (0:33) - What is Consciousness? (6:30) - What is the Self? (10:12) - The Mind-Body Problem (24:56) - Christof Koch & David Chalmers - "the infamous bet" (27:34) - New Approaches to Consciousness (Karl Friston, Computational Modeling etc.) (34:11) - Philosophy of Psychiatry & Philosophy's Implications on Mental Health (44:48) - Daniel Dennett & Illusionism (49:17) - Epistemic Agent Model, Introspection & Mind Wandering (1:04:36) - More on Illusionism (1:14:13) - Panpsychism & Existence Bias (1:24:52) - Bewusstseinskultur, Negative Egalitarianism & Practical Ethics (1:41:39) - "The Elephant and the Blind" (forthcoming book) (1:50:04) - Differences & Similarities to Mark Solms' "The Hidden Spring" (1:55:58) - Thomas' Philosophers/Scientists recommendations (2:00:06) - A better Culture of Consciousness (2:05:07) - Applied Ethics (2:11:50) - Religious World-views & the Naturalist Turn (2:14:35) - Conclusion

Did you know that mind-wandering can be intentional and unintentional? Did you know that mind-wandering can be beneficial or detrimental? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about mind-wandering and young children.

Whether it is in the classroom, in the office, or even at the dinner table, it's common for our minds to wander from the current setting. But why do we let our minds get away from the task at hand? In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss the neuroscience behind mind wandering. 

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Episode: 2664 Mind-wandering and the search for happiness.  Today, wandering minds.

Does your mind wander while reading a book? Do you have to go back pages and re-read because you have no idea what happened in the plot for a few minutes? Have you given up or lost your joy of reading because the task was too daunting?Today, James gives his tried-and-true method of speed-reading books to maximize the knowledge you retain and reduce the amount of time spent reading to a minimum. He gives practical examples for optimal efficiency based on the time you have available and breaks down why other speed-reading methods are less effective over the long haul.We also learn when NOT to speed-read and what is lost to the reader in those circumstances.After listening today, you'll want to head straight to the bookstore or library and knock out a few of the books from your bucket list that seemed impossible to comprehend beforehand.-----------What to write and publish a book in 30 days? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/writing to join James' writing intensive!What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book Skip the Line is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe  to “The James Altucher Show” wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook

You know the feeling. You're trying to read or write or think through a project, maybe even just respond to an email, when your attention starts to drift. You may not even notice it until you've already picked up your phone or jumped tabs, until your mind has already wandered way off-piste. This problem of distraction has become a bit of a modern-day obsession. We now fret about how to stay focused, how to avoid time-sucks, how to use our attention wisely. But it turns out this fixation of ours—contemporary as it may seem—is really not so new.  My guest today is Dr. Jamie Kreiner, Professor of History at the University of Georgia. Jamie is the author of a new book titled The Wandering Mind: What Medieval Monks Tell us about Distraction. In the book, Jamie shows that Christian monks in late antiquity and the early middle ages were—like us—a bit obsessed with attention. And their understanding of attention fit within a broad and often remarkably detailed understanding of the mind. In this conversation, Jamie and I talk about why monks in this era cared so much about distraction. We discuss how they understood the relationship between mind and body; how they conceptualized memory, meditation, and mind-wandering. We discuss some of the mnemonic techniques they used, some of the graphical and textual devices that helped keep them focused, and some of the metaphors and visualization techniques they innovated. Along the way we also touch on fasting, sleep, demons and angels, the problem of discernment, the state of pure prayer, the Six Wings mnemonic device, metacognitive maneuvering, and much more.  I'll just say I really enjoyed The Wandering Mind. As Jamie and I chat about here, the book illuminates an earlier understanding of human psychology that feels deeply familiar in some ways, and delightfully strange in others. I think you definitely get a sense of that in this conversation. Alright friends, on to my chat with Dr. Jamie Kreiner. Enjoy!     A transcript of this episode is available here.   Notes and links 4:00 – A webpage devoted to the Ark of Hugh of Saint Victor.  6:30 – For a detailed (and positive) review essay about The Wandering Mind, see here.  11:30 ­– The Redwall books, by Brian Jacques, are well known for featuring elaborate feasts. An article about some of the best of these. 18:30 – For more on how the body was understood in the early Christian world, see The Burden of the Flesh. 26:30 – Text written continuously is known as scripta continua. 27:30 – Articles that celebrate medieval marginalia can be found here, here, and here.  40:00 – An article about the Six Wings mnemonic. For more on mnemonic techniques in the medieval world, see Mary Carruthers' book. 53:00 – On the idea of “pure prayer,” see the book, The Ladder of Prayer and the Ship of Stirrings. 57:30 – Dr. Kreiner's next book, which comes out in January 2024, is a translation of some of John Cassian's work on distraction.   Dr. Kreiner's book recommendations can be found in a recent article here.   Many Minds is a project of the Diverse Intelligences Summer Institute, which is made possible by a generous grant from the Templeton World Charity Foundation to UCLA. It is hosted and produced by Kensy Cooperrider, with help from Assistant Producer Urte Laukaityte and with creative support from DISI Directors Erica Cartmill and Jacob Foster. Our artwork is by Ben Oldroyd. Our transcripts are created by Sarah Dopierala. Subscribe to Many Minds on Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Google Play, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also now subscribe to the Many Minds newsletter here! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions. Feel free to email us at: manymindspodcast@gmail.com.  For updates about the show, visit our website or follow us on Twitter: @ManyMindsPod.

In this episode, Rachel and Matt discuss the practice of 'mind-wandering', where we allow our minds to drift away from the task at hand to explore new possibilities and generate unique ideas. Tune in as they highlight the significance of mind wandering and provide examples of how to get unplugged from daily distractions. Watch or listen to Cap & Gown on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more: https://pharosresources.com/cap-gown-mission-first/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pharosresources/message

In Episode 87 The ADHD Adults expand on this week's theme of mind wandering and ADHD, answer questions from YOU, our listeners, and generally go on and on for ages about vaguely relevant stuff. Alex rants like a pathetic baby, Mrs ADHD has a third leg and James is ableist about Zebedee...Support the showWritten by Alex Conner and James BrownProduced by James Brown and Afatscientist Ltd.Social media contacts: @theadhdadultsMusic by Sessionz

In Episode 86, The ADHD Adults discuss the interesting (if you're dead bored) topic of ADHD and mind wandering.  As usual, the episode includes Alex the Psychoeducation Monkey's monotonous and dull 'evidence' on the topic, personal reflections from all three ADHD adults about their how mind wandering impacts their daily lives and some ludicrously titled 'top tips' on dealing with mind wandering.  'What has James lost, forgotten or mislaid this week?" returns with Alex actually in the lead for 2023 at 5-4, and Alex reads out the usual 'definitely real' correspondence.  Alex looks cool when he goes a g-drop phenome, Mrs ADHD does Dusty Bin and James loses his erection...Support the showWritten by Alex Conner and James BrownProduced by James Brown and Afatscientist Ltd.Social media contacts: @theadhdadultsMusic by Sessionz

Letting our minds wander is more widespread than many people imagine: research has found that we can spend anywhere from 15% to 50% of our waking hours in a state of mind-wandering. Differences may depend on what we're doing and difficulties with knowing when our minds are wandering: according to some reports, about half our mind-wandering episodes might slip past unnoticed! To find out more about mind-wandering, its impact and its benefits for creative thinking, we are joined by Professor Jonathan Schooler of UC Santa Barbara About our guest... Jonathan Schooler is a Distinguished Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California Santa Barbara. His research on human cognition explores topics that intersect philosophy and psychology, such as how fluctuations in people's awareness of their experience mediate mind-wandering and how exposing individuals to philosophical positions alters their behavior. Professor Schooler is also interested in the science of science (meta-science) including understanding why effects sizes often decline over time, and how greater transparency in scientific reporting might address this issue. A former holder of a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair, he is a fellow of a variety of scientific organizations, on the editorial board of a number of psychology journals and the recipient of major grants from both the United States and Canadian governments as well as several private foundations. His research and comments are frequently featured in major media outlets such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, and Nature Magazine. The website for the Meta Lab at UC Santa Barbara is as follows: https://labs.psych.ucsb.edu/schooler/jonathan/ The article referred to in the podcast can be accessed here: “When the Muses Strike: Creative Ideas of Physicists and Writers Routinely Occur During Mind Wandering” - https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0956797618820626

Today we discuss the science behind a wandering mind, the ins and outs of songs composed by humpback whales, and how an innovative new robotic capsule might help our digestive systems absorb drugs that aren't as effective to take orally. A Wandering Mind   “The science of a wandering mind” By Tim Vernimmenhttps://knowablemagazine.org/article/mind/2022/science-wandering-mind“How Self-Generated Thought Shapes Mood—The Relation between Mind-Wandering and Mood Depends on the Socio-Temporal Content of Thoughts” by Florence J. M. Ruby, Jonathan Smallwood, Haakon Engen, and Tania Singerhttps://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0077554Song of the Humpback“Humpback Whales Pass Their Songs Across Oceans” by Carl Zimmerhttps://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/30/science/humpback-whale-songs-cultural-evolution.html“Humpback Whales Almost 9,000 Miles Apart Have Been Caught Singing The Same Song” by Carly Casellahttps://www.sciencealert.com/humpback-whales-almost-9000-miles-apart-have-been-caught-singing-the-same-songRobocap“RoboCap – The Robotic Capsule Designed to Improve Drug Delivery in the Gut” by Sarah Whelanhttps://www.technologynetworks.com/drug-discovery/news/robocap-the-robotic-capsule-designed-to-improve-drug-delivery-in-the-gut-366073“RoboCap: Robotic mucus-clearing capsule for enhanced drug delivery in the gastrointestinal tract” by SHRIYA S. SRINIVASAN et al.https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/scirobotics.abp9066“Tiny robotic pill RoboCap delivers drugs to guts and could end injections like insulin” by Nergis Firtinahttps://interestingengineering.com/health/tiny-robotic-pill-robocap-drugs-guts“Human Insulin Injection” by MedLine Plushttps://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682611.htmlFollow Curiosity Daily on your favorite podcast app to get smarter with Calli and Nate — for free! Still curious? Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/curiosity to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers.Find episode transcripts here: https://curiosity-daily-4e53644e.simplecast.com/episodes/a-wandering-mind-song-of-the-humpback-robocap

Daydreams can be delicious and fun. They can be harmless ways to soothe yourself when right here and now is not so pleasant or doesn't fully capture your attention. But as a frequent habit, drifting off away from the present reality is not so good.  Our imaginations are the source of great creativity. We can imagine something, and then decide to work toward it. But a downside of imagination is escapism, being mindless. Being mindless is the opposite of mindful awareness of the here and now. Being mindless is the path to missing your life while it is happening, of being so caught up in the past, or some imagined future that you miss. right. now. Don't give your life away to daydreams!

I thought it was time to revisit mind-wandering and daydreaming and their role in creativity. In this episode I delve into the default mode network, comprised of the parts of our brain that switch on when we enter daydreaming mode, how it works, and its relationship with creativity. I also tackle how biases work their way into scientific studies (e.g. our societal bias against mind-wandering and the default mode network's role in thinking) and why I think it's important we challenge the assumptions underlying such studies.Article in the MIT Press ReaderArticle in Knowable MagazineTranscriptWould You Like to Support My Work?Sign up for my newsletter!Buy me a coffee! You can give me a one-time donation using this link. Become a Patron of Stepping Off Now!  

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Maladaptive dreaming (MD) is gaining scientific recognition, though it is not yet a psychiatric diagnosis. Nirit Soffer-Dudek, Ph.D., defines the condition and highlights similiarities to and differences from the mind-wandering seen with ADHD.

In this short episode, I share about 'Mind Wandering' - an alternative to meditation.  Some people struggle with meditation and find it hard to get the benefits from it. There are other ways to get the benefits that doesn't have to be so 'intense'. Try it out, see how you go, it might just be something that can help you relax your mind and connect in with yourself a little more. Enjoy. website: www.flowschool.com.auinstagram: @flow.schoolFacebook: Flow School email: info@flowschool.com.auWebsite: www.flowschool.com.auInsta: @flow.schoolFacebook: Flow SchoolEmail: info@flowschool.com.auI hope you have a beautiful sparkly day.

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is go to getmoreflow.com right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.  ABOUT THE GUEST: Jared Weintraub, PhD is passionate about helping individuals, teams, and organizations to create, grow, and maintain purpose-driven, positive, and productive cultures. Jared has worked with start-ups, Fortune 500 companies, and organizations across various industries, providing internal and external consulting, coaching, and managing marketing and sales teams. He is also an Adjunct Professor who has taught undergraduate and graduate Psychology courses. He earned his Master's degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology's D.C. campus and recently received his Ph.D. in Applied Organizational Psychology from Hofstra University, where he researched Flow Theory - how, when, and why individuals, teams, and organizations can get into "the Zone." His most recent publication explored how we can use technology-based solutions to "nudge" behavior change to develop critical competencies for flourishing at work.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (*to be updated once edited) Why Flow Stood Out As A Topic (1:19) Flow State As A Musician (5:25) Mindfulness, Flow, & Mind Wandering (8:25) Mindfulness VS Flow (14:22) There's A Time For Flow & Mindfulness (20:35) Understanding Default States (24:59) Mindfulness for Finding Flow (26:27) Benefits of Mindfulness (31:23) Mindfulness & Spirituality (33:59) Nudging Flow (36:46) Mindful Multitasking (51:45) Goal-Oriented Flow (56:24) Joy of Being a Coach (58:25) Unanswered Question in Flow Research (1:01:55) Getting Others to Catch Flow (1:05:42) Flow in the Workplace (1:09:03) Flow is A Skill That Can Be Learned (1:14:07) How Long It Takes To Learn Mindfulness (1:16:34)   RESOURCES Twitter: https://twitter.com/jaredweintraub LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jweintraub89 Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/team-members/dr-jared-weintraub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smoothcat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jaredweintraub ‍ STEVEN KOTLER is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Founder and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. His books include The Art of Impossible, Stealing Fire, and The Rise of Superman. His work has been translated into over 40 languages and appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wall Street Journal, TIME, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, The Harvard Business Review and Forbes.

The positive impacts of mindfulness are undeniable, but neuroscientist Moshe Bar has discovered that there's also a lot of benefits for its opposite.. Mind wandering. In this chat Moshe Bar explains how mind wandering has the power to improve your mood, boost creativity and help you solve problems.  Connect with Moshe: https://twitter.com/moshe1bar Buy his book here: booktopia.kh4ffx.net/mindwandering Connect with Cass: www.cassdunn.com instagram.com/cassdunn_xo facebook.com/cassdunn.xo Join the Crappy to Happy community: www.facebooks.com/groups/crappytohappycommunity See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SUMMARY Mind wandering might actually be useful after all.   TRANSCRIPT Welcome to episode 141 of the Leadership Today podcast where each week we bring research to life in your leadership. This week we explore how mind wandering can help us at work. Mind wandering is usually viewed negatively. We typically view mind wandering as a failure to maintain focus, taking us away from something to which we should be paying attention. However, mind wandering may not be quite as bad as we thought. As I've shared before, it's often in those mind wandering states that we come up with out best ideas. We're not really designed to operate for long periods of time with extreme focus on one thing. Research by Wong, Willoughby and Machado published just this month helps to shed more light on how mind wandering tendencies might help us.  Researchers found those with higher spontaneous mind wandering could handle forced switching between tasks far more effectively, transferring their attention to the new tasks faster than others. We know human beings are pretty bad at multitasking on similar tasks. So while we can probably walk and chew gum, we are less effective at having a phone conversation while scrolling our Instagram feed. What our brain does instead is to switch between tasks, moving attention back and forth between the two activities. That takes time and energy. If we're constantly switching, there's going to be a drop in productivity.  As a result, we might try to focus on one thing at a time. But there are moments in every day that require us to shift our attention rapidly for reasons outside our control. For example, someone might come to us with an urgent query. Being able to shift rapidly from one task to another is called cognitive flexibility, and that's exactly what those with mind wandering tendencies appear to be better at.  Focus serves a purpose, and so does allowing our mind to wander. Perhaps we need to think about mind wandering as a skill that can be developed. Scheduling some down-time for your brain to wander across a range of spontaneous ideas could well help you to switch between tasks more effectively.   REFERENCE Yi-Sheng Wong, Adrian R. Willoughby, Liana Machado (2022) Spontaneous mind-wandering tendencies linked to cognitive flexibility in young adults, Consciousness and Cognition, Volume 102, July 2022.

When you think about meditation, does it involve complete quiet, laying still, and even lighting a candle?  For a lot of us, it does…but what if meditation could involve more inspired action?  Through diligent research, my awesome guest today has found that through inspired action, we can let our minds wander to help with creativity and to get more of those aha moments.   I'm excited for you to hear Jinny Uppal's story and for her to share how to better declutter our thoughts and get more breakthroughs. Guest Resourcesjinnyuppal.comAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Action-Rethinking-Path-Results/dp/1637309023/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jinnyuppal/https://www.instagram.com/jinnyuppal/  

My son and I tackle the Mind Wandering concept. FYI- we don't hate each other...just playing around. Enjoy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chris-levine/support

‘A quick trip to Tahiti' is what it feels like when our mind wanders. No matter what we do, where we are, or how important or valuable the task in front of us is, our minds wander. Interestingly, the research shows that we are less happy when our mind wanders than when it doesn't and what we think about during our mind wandering state is a far stronger predictor of our happiness than tasks we are in the middle of performing. Yet, the mind highjacked by mind-wandering can stay oblivious to its short trips.On this episode, researcher, author, and distinguished professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California Santa Barbara, Jonathan Schooler, Ph. D., discusses his work in human cognition; particularly mind-wandering, its disruptive nature, its hidden benefits, and its link to meta-awareness. As he explains, since the mind is only intermittently aware of engaging in mind wandering, enhancing meta-awareness can be an important process to heighten monitoring and improve executive function.About Jonathan Schooler, Ph.D.Jonathan Schooler Ph.D. is a Distinguished Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California Santa Barbara.  He earned his BA from Hamilton College in 1981 and his Ph.D. from the University of Washington in 1987. His research on human cognition explores topics that intersect philosophy and psychology, such as how fluctuations in people's awareness of their experience mediate mind-wandering and how exposing individuals to philosophical positions alters their behavior.  He is also interested in the science of science (meta-science) including understanding why effects sizes often decline over time, and how greater transparency in scientific reporting might address this issue. A former holder of a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair, he is a fellow of a variety of scientific organizations, on the editorial board of a number of psychology journals and the recipient of major grants from both the United States and Canadian governments as well as several private foundations. His research and comments are frequently featured in major media outlets such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, and Nature Magazine.Website:https://labs.psych.ucsb.edu/schooler/jonathan/About Host, Sucheta KamathSucheta Kamath, is an award-winning speech-language pathologist, a TEDx speaker, a celebrated community leader, and the founder and CEO of ExQ®. As an EdTech entrepreneur, Sucheta has designed ExQ's personalized digital learning curriculum/tool that empowers middle and high school students to develop self-awareness and strategic thinking skills through the mastery of Executive Function and social-emotional competence.Support the show (https://mailchi.mp/7c848462e96f/full-prefrontal-sign-up)

Mind-Wandering & Meta-Awareness is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Jonathan Schooler, Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California, Santa Barbara. This wide-ranging conversation examines how mind-wandering can serve as a window into the psychological world of meta-awareness. further topics include the nature of consciousness, mindfulness, creativity, free will, verbal overshadowing and more. Howard Burton is the founder of the Ideas Roadshow, Ideas on Film and host of the Ideas Roadshow Podcast. He can be reached at howard@ideasroadshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mind-Wandering & Meta-Awareness is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Jonathan Schooler, Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California, Santa Barbara. This wide-ranging conversation examines how mind-wandering can serve as a window into the psychological world of meta-awareness. further topics include the nature of consciousness, mindfulness, creativity, free will, verbal overshadowing and more. Howard Burton is the founder of the Ideas Roadshow, Ideas on Film and host of the Ideas Roadshow Podcast. He can be reached at howard@ideasroadshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/neuroscience

Welcome to The Self-Regulation Station: A podcast designed to explore and cultivate a lifestyle of optimal performance, health, and well-being.Creator + Host: Dr. Ford Dyke--I developed this episode to highlight the importance of Optimal Respiration. To set the stage, find a quiet space where you can relax and chill out...Join me for Episode 05 where I revisit The SIT in order to dive deeper into the practice.--Thank you for joining The Self-Regulation Station. Tap the Subscribe button on your preferred podcast platform(s) to access, download, and share the latest episodes.

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