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The Mel Robbins Podcast #337 · October 27, 2025 · 1h 25m

12 Minutes to a Better Brain: Neuroscientist Reveals the #1 Habit for Clarity & Focus

Miami neuroscientist Amishi Jha on attention as a trainable skill. Her research: 12 minutes of daily mindfulness practice strengthens the brain's attention system measurably — improving focus, working memory, and emotional regulation.

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Jha: her research with military service members shows that 12 minutes of daily mindfulness practice prevents attention degradation under stress. The brain's attention system is like a muscle — it weakens without training and strengthens with practice.

References

Peak MindAmishi Jha (2021)The science of attention training
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