Self reflection, the act of genuinely engaging with our thoughts, emotions and experiences is a powerful tool for personal change.

“Scientific evidence supports that journaling provides other unexpected benefits. The act of writing accesses your left brain, which is analytical and rational. While your left brain is occupied, your right brain is free to create, intuit and feel. In sum, writing removes mental blocks and allows you to use all of your brainpower to better understand yourself, others and the world around you.”

In March 2017 I did a talk on the impact of mobile phones on our attention. Eight years later, I still think the lessons apply.