Research Library
September 29, 2025 · 7 min read · focus attention
The Science of Strategic Mind-Wandering: How Simple Breaks Unlock Creative SolutionsEver notice your best ideas come while washing dishes or taking a shower? New research proves this isn't coincidence—strategic mind-wandering during light activities can boost creative problem-solving by up to 40%. Here's how to harness this powerful mental tool.
September 14, 2025 · 7 min read · focus attention
The Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive Awareness, Version 2 (MAIA-2)The MAIA questionnaire is a go-to tool for assessing body awareness—but two of its scales needed work. This new study refined it into MAIA-2, improving reliability and making it even more useful for research and practice.
September 09, 2025 · 8 min read · focus attention
How Nature Restores Focus: Kaplan’s Attention Restoration TheoryAbout one in two knowledge workers struggle to focus daily. Kaplan’s Attention Restoration Theory reveals how nature restores mental energy and sharpens attention—sometimes in just 20 minutes.
September 04, 2025 · 7 min read · sleep stress recovery
Brief structured respiration practices enhance mood and reduce physiological arousalIn a 28-day remote randomized trial, a daily 5-minute breathwork practice increased positive mood and reduced respiratory rate more than mindfulness. In particular exhale-focused cyclic sighing was the most effective protocol.
August 21, 2025 · 7 min read · focus attention
The Brain’s Push and Pull: Why Our Minds Flip Between Focus and DaydreamWhy do our minds drift when we need focus? A landmark neuroscience study shows it’s not a flaw—it’s how the brain is wired. Two networks, one task-positive and one task-negative, naturally alternate in a push-pull rhythm. Understanding this balance can help us improve our productivity.
August 17, 2025 · 9 min read · focus attention
Mindfulness Sharpens Focus: Evidence from 111 StudiesA large meta-analysis of 111 randomized trials found mindfulness can measurably improve key thinking skills like focus, memory accuracy, and mental flexibility—benefits that last beyond training. Here’s what the researchers discovered, why it matters for your career, and simple ways to try it yourself.
August 11, 2025 · 7 min read · focus attention
Developing A Simple Body Awareness Test - MAIAWhether you're leading teams, solving complex problems, or navigating burnout, your ability to stay present, regulate stress, and read your body's signal affects everything from focus to decision-making. MAIA gives you a science-backed way to measure which skill is strong or weak (focus, worry, trusting, etc.) and train the right one, instead of guessing.
August 07, 2025 · 6 min read · sleep stress recovery
Mindfulness, without the hype - what the science saysMindfulness is everywhere—from meditation apps to therapy rooms—but is the science behind it as strong as the hype? A landmark review digs deep into the research and uncovers both promise and pitfalls.
August 05, 2025 · 10 min read · focus attention
Does Meditation Really Build Mindfulness?Can mindfulness be measured—and more importantly, can meditation actually improve it? A landmark study tested over 1,000 people and found that long-term meditators scored higher in four out of five mindfulness traits—and those traits predicted better mental health. Here's what the research uncovered and what it means for you.
August 04, 2025 · 8 min read · focus attention
Can Mindfulness Change Your Brain in 8 Weeks? This Study Says YesA groundbreaking study used MRI scans to show that just eight weeks of mindfulness practice can increase gray matter in regions tied to memory, emotion, and self-awareness. Here's what that means for your brain—and your daily life.
August 03, 2025 · 9 min read · focus attention
The Five Facets of Mindfulness - Insights from a Foundational StudyThink mindfulness is just about paying attention? A major study reveals five distinct facets, each tied to specific mental and emotional benefits. Learn how to assess and train the right one for you.
August 02, 2025 · 9 min read · sleep stress recovery
Mindfulness Lowers Anxiety & Boosts Energy - Inside the 1,492-Person MAAS StudyA large study set out to answer a simple question - Does being more mindful actually improve mental, emotional, and physical health? The results are striking—and they might just change how you think about attention.
March 20, 2025 · 5 min read · habits motivations behavior
The Psychology of Procrastination: What Research Reveals About Why We DelayProcrastination isn’t just about poor time management — it’s linked to personality traits, emotional patterns, and self-perception. A comprehensive study by Wendelien Van Eerde reveals the deeper causes of procrastination and how it impacts productivity.
March 18, 2025 · 4 min read · habits motivations behavior
Why Unfinished Tasks Stick in Your Mind: Insights from the Zeigarnik EffectThe Zeigarnik Effect explains why unfinished tasks linger in your mind and create mental tension. Learn how to harness it to study more effectively, boost productivity, and beat procrastination.
zeigarnik-effect productivity-tips task-management mindful-productivity focus-and-concentration stress-reductionMarch 17, 2025 · 5 min read · focus attention
The Science of Mental Fitness: How Neuroplasticity Rebuilds Brain PathwaysYour brain is far more adaptable than you think. Thanks to neuroplasticity, you can reshape your brain by learning new skills, managing stress, and embracing mindfulness. Discover proven strategies to boost mental fitness.
neuroplasticity mental-fitness brain-health cognitive-growth mindfulness-meditation mindful-productivityNovember 12, 2024 · 9 min read · priorities planning time management
The #1 Productivity Mistake: Forgetting It’s PersonalMost productivity advice tells you what to do, but real productivity is 'personal'. It’s about building a system around your own goals, energy, and style. Discover how personal productivity helps you stay motivated, avoid burnout, and achieve more in a way that truly works for you.