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Mindfulness and Distraction
Sam discusses the profound challenge of maintaining attention amidst constant distractions, especially during meditation retreats. As practitioners engage deeply with their breath and sensations, they often realize just how distractible they truly are. This journey reveals that mindfulness is not about blocking thoughts but rather about recognizing them as they arise, fostering a deeper understanding of the relationship between thoughts, self, and perception.In this clip
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Dr. Sam Harris: Using Meditation to Focus, View Consciousness & Expand Your Mind | Huberman Lab 105
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How does Sam Harris recommend one to engage in mindfulness in the episode Dr. Sam Harris: Using Meditation to Focus, View Consciousness & Expand Your Mind | Huberman Lab 105 and the clip Mindfulness and Distraction?
How does Sam Harris recommend one to engage in mindfulness?
What does Sam Harris say about reducing the amount of time we get lost in our thoughts during the day?