We all know that we need to train our bodies if we want peak physical performance. So the same makes sense for our brains. But until very recently we have not understood exactly how to do that or what the implications are. Now we do. Recent advances in neuroscience have demonstrated that various “mindfulness” training activities actually strengthen parts of our brain that … [Read more...] about Brain Training
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Delusions of Success
“We met our goals! Look at how successful we are!!!” Recently I gave my goal setting presentation to a great nonprofit group (Global Communities) in which I discussed the tradeoffs between Attainable, Aggressive, and Almost Impossible goals. Some people like to set small Attainable goals so they can be successful more often. At the break, the CEO (thanks for this David … [Read more...] about Delusions of Success