The myth of multitasking + how to actually improve focus to get things done

<p>Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at <a href="https://drleaf.com">drleaf.com</a>!&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I interview cognitive neuroscientist and author <a href="https://amishi.com/"><u>Dr. Amishi P. Jha</u></a> about her amazing new book, <a href="https://amishi.com/#block_611d58ad70ea0"><u><em>Peak Mind</em></u><u>: </u><u><em>Find Your Focus, Own Your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day</em></u></a>. We talk about the different kinds of attention systems in the brain, how to train the brain to pay more attention and focus in high stress situations, how mindfulness can improve attention, and so much more!</p> <p>Read the show blog here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-myth-of-multitasking-how-to-actually-improve-focus-to-get-things-done</p> <p>For more info on Dr. Amishi and to get her book visit: https://amishi.com</p> <p><br></p> <p>Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p> <p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p> <p>Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747</p> <p>Get your tickets to my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.com</p> <p><br></p> <p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p> <p>-<strong>Boll &amp; Branch: Visit </strong><a href="http://bollandbranch.com/"><u><strong>bollandbranch.com</strong></u></a><strong> and get 15% off your first set of sheets with promo code DRLEAF</strong></p> <p><strong>-Pendulum: ry Pendulum Glucose Control for 90 days. If you’re not satisfied with your levels, you’ll get your money back. Visit </strong><a href="https://pendulumlife.com/"><u><strong>pendulumlife.com</strong></u></a><strong> to find out more and use the promo code DRLEAF for 20% off your first bottle of your membership.</strong></p> <p><br></p> <p>PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS</p> <p><strong>1:00, 50:00</strong> Why Dr. Amishi wrote new book <em>Pea