Dr. Rick and Forrest explore how we can improve focus and fix our attention spans in a world that is constantly trying to distract us. They discuss common reasons it’s hard to focus and three key interventions that can help most people. Rick teaches approaches from mindfulness practice, and Forrest explains how we can improve focus motivation and distress to ... Show More
Today
How to Accept Yourself (Without Giving Up on Change)
Self-acceptance gets recommended constantly, but are we really supposed to accept the parts of ourselves we don't like? Won’t that stop us from changing? Dr. Rick and Forrest discuss what self-acceptance is, what it isn't, and why it’s the starting point for real change. They sha ... Show More
1 h
Sep 28
Treating Shame with Self-Compassion with Dr. Chris Germer
Shame is one of the hardest emotions to work with, in part because it blocks what we need most when we’re feeling shame: self-compassion. Dr. Chris Germer, co-developer of the Mindful Self-Compassion program, joins Forrest to discuss how we can get around that trap. They talk abo ... Show More
1h 11m
Sep 21
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: What the Critics Get Right (and Wrong) w/ Dr. Ellen Hendriksen
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the world's most researched, recommended, and criticized form of therapy. Clinical psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen joins Forrest to talk about what CBT is, its history, its strengths and weaknesses, and why it's gotten such a bad rap. They ... Show More
1h 33m
Dec 2021
How To Improve Your Focus And Concentration
In this episode, we learn how to improve your focus and concentration.
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9m 5s
May 2023
Episode 352: How to Stay Focused - 20 Tips
<p>Hello, friends! It's been an interesting week for me, which I address at the start of the episode. From there, I share with you a previous episode of the show that I wanted to make sure that you've heard! This is all about staying focused. It's a great episode for anyone that ... Show More
51m 29s
Jan 2022
Ignoring Distractions And Regaining Your Focus
In this episode, we get some great tips on eliminating distractions so you can regain the focus you need in your life.
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6m 54s
Jul 2021
How to Deal with Being Distracted and Stay Focused
In this episode, we get some great tips on how to deal with being distracted and stay focused.
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9 m
Dec 2020
Understanding What Helps Focus and Concentration
In this episode, we have a great TedTalk on Understanding What Helps Focus and Concentration.
Go to https://7goodminutes.com/1076 for full show notes.
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9m 1s