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Oct 2020
59m 9s

Maximize Productivity with Mindfulness

RICK HANSON, PH.D., FORREST HANSON
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How can we be more productive, and improve our ability to focus on the things we really care about, without it becoming a source of stress? Chris Bailey, who TED described as "possibly the most productive person you could ever meet," joins us to explore how to get your brain to focus.  About our Guest: Chris is the bestselling author of Hyperfocus and The Pr ... Show More
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