Deconstructing Yourself

A fascinating video about how mindfulness can help to train the brain away from depression.   

by Michael W. Taft I was in Paris recently, and visited the Rodin museum. I’ve always loved his work, and some of the best pieces are at this gorgeous 18th century hotel-cum-museum. In the garden outside sat the French sculptor’s most well known piece, The Thinker, atop a tall granite plinth. As I gazed at [...]

by Michael W. Taft (This post is part 5 of the Concentration Series.) Yesterday I was deep inside a website, working on a project that took my full attention. Just as I was getting really focused, a neighbor busted out his leaf blower and started making a terrible racket. I have pretty good concentration skills, [...]