Commune with Jeff Krasno

159. The Distracted Mind with Dr. Adam Gazzaley

How do our ancient brains react to the modern world? This episode explores the nature of human attention, our susceptibility to distraction, and the unforeseen impacts of the attention economy. Jeff and Adam also discuss the myth of multitasking and practices for improving cognitive function. Learn more about Commune at onecommune.com. Connect with us on Instagram at @onecommune and @jeffkrasno.

The Commune Podcast is where we explore the ideas and practices that help us live healthy, connected, purpose-filled lives. Each week host Jeff Krasno speaks with teachers, spiritual leaders, doctors, and storytellers on topics related to personal and societal well-being — from nutrition and integrative medicine to spirituality and personal growth to environmental regeneration and civic engagement. In addition to being a podcast, Commune is also an online course platform with more than 100 full-length video courses with top teachers such as Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Dr. Mark Hyman, Adriene Mishler, and many others.<br/><br/>Learn more at <a href="https://www.onecommune.com" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">onecommune.com</a>.