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Benefits of Focused Attention
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Focusing on an activity tends to predict a higher level of happiness. Meditation, whether it is on one's internal state or external surroundings, has shown to improve focus and refocus on perception, done in as little as 13 minutes consistently.
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The tendency for the mind to wander during an activity predicts lower levels of happiness, regardless of whether the activity is enjoyable or not.
1:32:05 - 1:36:30 (04:24)
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The tendency for the mind to wander during an activity predicts lower levels of happiness, regardless of whether the activity is enjoyable or not. Being present in immediate surroundings yields more positive emotions than being aware of one's internal state.
ChapterBenefits of Focused Attention
EpisodeScience-Based Tools for Increasing Happiness
PodcastHuberman Lab
Even a brief meditation of just 13 minutes a day done consistently can greatly increase our ability to focus.
1:36:30 - 1:39:34 (03:04)
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Even a brief meditation of just 13 minutes a day done consistently can greatly increase our ability to focus. This can lead to a statistically significant increase in our levels of overall happiness, as the ability to refocus on what we're doing can have a dramatic impact on our perception of the world around us.