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Mindfulness
Choice and Control in Everyday Life
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She wrote a book called mindfulness she's a she was the first woman tenured in the psychology department at Harvard.
The best things said about it
Minds to her book mindfulness and counterclockwise will blow your mind well they'll give you a few ready to put put in the show notes.
Why people recommend it
Mindfulness by Ellen J. Langer is a seminal psychology book that explores the profound impact of mindful awareness, cognitive flexibility, and breaking free from rigid mental categories to enhance well-being and longevity. Arthur Brooks discussed the book during his appearance on The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett in January 2024, noting that the author holds the distinction of being the first woman tenured in the psychology department at Harvard. Brooks brought up Langer's work while unpacking the fundamental practices of mindfulness and mental presence. Similarly, Benjamin Hardy recommended Ellen Langer's books, including Mindfulness and Counterclockwise, during an episode of Modern Wisdom in June 2020. Hardy told the audience that exploring her insights would completely blow their minds and promised to include the reading recommendations in the show notes for listeners to pursue further. Both speakers underscored the practical and transformative value of Langer's psychological research, positioning her written works as essential guides for anyone looking to reshape their personality, alter their cognitive habits, and better understand the deep connections between psychological mindfulness and physical health, making her enduring contributions a frequent topic of admiration among prominent thought leaders and self-improvement advocates across multiple popular interview platforms.
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Arthur Brooks she wrote a book called mindfulness she's a she was the first woman tenured in the psychology department at… 1
“she wrote a book called mindfulness she's a she was the first woman tenured in the psychology department at Harvard”
Benjamin Hardy minds to her book mindfulness and counterclockwise will blow your mind well they'll give you a few ready to… 1
“minds to her book mindfulness and counterclockwise will blow your mind well they'll give you a few ready to put put in the show notes”
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