Brain Food: Focus on Yourself

We can cultivate this awareness in ourselves by regularly “checking in” with our bodily sensations, thoughts, and feelings, by making sure that our lifestyle is supporting us in the ways we need it to, and by including some form of mindfulness in everyday life.

“Keep your eye on your inner world and keep away from ads and idiots and movie stars.” —Dorothea Tanning

Anything you might want to accomplish—executing a project at work, getting a new job, learning a new skill, starting a business—requires finding and putting to use the right information. Your professional success and quality of life depend directly on your ability to manage information effectively. According to the New York Times, the average pers