• Dr. Karl Deisseroth body still mind active practice

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    Dr. Karl Deisseroth practices maintaining a still body with an active mind by setting aside specific times for focused contemplation and deep thinking. He describes sitting almost completely still without any distractions, structuring his thoughts in a deliberate manner. This practice is similar to meditation but not exactly the same, as it involves active thinking rather than clearing the mind of thoughts 1.

    Dr. Deisseroth has emphasized the importance of having at least an hour of undisturbed time each day for this purpose. This can occur during times like when his kids are napping, or even while driving, since he remains physically still while focusing his thoughts. During the period he was writing his book, he also utilized late-night hours (midnight to 2:00 a.m.) to ensure he had enough focused time for writing and deep thinking without any interruptions. To aid his concentration, he used focus modes on his MacBook and avoided phone distractions 2.

    This practice highlights the crucial role of stillness in cognitive clarity and structured thinking for Dr. Deisseroth, contrasting with how some people achieve their best thoughts during physical activity 2.

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