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One of the most effective tactics for staying on task is to bring purpose to each moment of your work. That might sound daunting — and it does take work — but mindlessly performing tasks (think about slogging through emails or conducting meetings on autopilot) is a recipe for inefficiency, disengagement, and even poor health. On the other hand, the benefits to our productivity, well-being, and health of having a clear sense of purpose — even in our most trivial tasks — are well established....

Mindfulness practices were initially developed in Eastern cultures, where people tended to think of themselves primarily in relationship to their communities, often referred to as interdependence. In Western societies, individuals often think of themselves as being independent, or separate from others. Prior research has shown that when we see ourselves as interdependent, we tend to behave in ways that are consistent with valuing interpersonal harmony and relationships, while those who see themselves as independent tend to act in line with the values of autonomy and self-benefit....

This accelerated pace also prevents me from knowing that I ate, how much I ate, and whether I even liked what I ate. How many times have you stopped after being lost in thought and found the potato chip bag empty without even realizing that you ate them all? To live fully in the present moment and wake up to our senses requires that we put on the brakes a little....

Ginger’s flavor is strong and subtle, as is its appearance: Beneath rough beige skin you wouldn’t expect flesh that shines so golden like the sun. Its initial heat yields to a lingering earthiness and zest. What better antidote to winter’s chill? The Mindful Kitchen Recipe: Ginger Tea Enjoy the bright yet earthy spice of ginger with a cup of soothing tea. Peel and slice a 2-inch knob of ginger and throw it in a pot with a couple cups of water....