Let me summarise in my own words: From time to time we get distracted and can't focus on our task anymore. Instead of trying to focus even harder and failing that, we should better take a break from the task. This could look like sitting there and daydreaming, meditating, taking a walk, take a shower,... All these activities require a minimum of focus because they are automatised. So our brain gets a break and our thoughts can play. Here is where new ideas are born thanks our creativity being able to flourish.
So basically break here means not to indulge in different stimulation like using phone.Her point is if you're not able to focus then don't try hard and let your mind wander and then get back to work again, right??
Wow, I’m such a daydreamer and never thought it’s a good idea to let people know that I daydream and now to find out it actually helps my default mode, “my creativity!” Now to tap into it further with word associations to help me be mindlessness which further nurtures my default mode. That’s great! Thank you Dr Hamdani!!! 😊
I also always thought "This is not right. I need to focus. This is bad. I can't go into my head all the time or else I won't achieve what I want to." I always cursed myself for daydreaming ( though I didn't called it "daydreaming" but "fantasizing". Idk if it's a word or not ), going where my random thoughts leads me. Fantasizing about a world and going into other world from that world and on and on... until I become aware that I'm distracted. But opening youtube and clicking on this video was also the result of those random thoughts. It's terrifying how little things can affects and plant ideas in our mind but on the other hand everything is the result of those small interactions with ourselves and the outer world.
Yin and yang come up in so many different areas I love seeing opposites juxtaposed in synergistic ways. “Doing nothing is actually doing something.” Exactly psychiatric queen.
This is a groundbreaking Ted Talk! we’ve heard of sleep and exercise having benefits but intentional mind wandering and daydreaming can be the new prescription
Not a new prescription, but one that was buried with the access to instant entertainment. We are left with no need to think anymore, just consume information, no processing required
Wow, that was a nice TED talk. I am very happy to hear that boredom is okay. Now, I do my work when I am bored. In total relaxation and boredom, I feel happiness.
Honestly what's really great is that she subtly told us to ditch distracting things and get bored. She appreciated what the distraction gave us, but we don't need to be distracted externally when we work best bring distracted internally
If a publicly traded company opts to outsource overseas to reduce expenses, it should begin by outsourcing the CEO position. By saving millions in this manner, the company can maintain the employment of numerous American workers. These employees, in turn, will contribute to the local economy in various ways.
Wow! I have been following you for at least a couple of years and I know how terrified you were about this, but you did an amazing job. I learned so much! I have really got to start letting myself be bored instead of chasing the dopamine 24/7. Who knows what I could achieve? I just didn’t realize that instead of trying to make myself come up with ideas, I need to sit and let them come to me.
I've learnt a lot from this video. From what she shared, we don't need to feel guilty when we let our brain in the mindless mode sometimes because that's when we can get access to innovative ideas and explore more interesting aspects about ourselves. Thank you very much for sharing!
Sasha, so profound! My mindless mode set when I start praying. I am on auto mode and my mind wonders. Sometimes I lost track what rakat I am in. Thank you for this wonderful talk. ❤️
Nice talk. Mental fatigue is not an ordinary problem. The speaker has shared a good technique to hopefully reduce the problem. Day dream -> take micro mindless breaks -> get your brain fluids on track. 😊 Very good one.
I don’t know where to start describing your genius Ted talk but first of all I was giggling because I was watching this with subs😂 I loved your example of that oatmeal brain while nursing, it was so relatable! Thank you for that dr Sasha. And I loved this idea of me giving in to my associative brain. It bloody geniusssssss❤️
I absolutely love her content! Especially as a female entrepreneur I ran into one of her Instagram posts, and I’ve been using her education and tips for years now. Great job!
This is phenomenal. You are phenomenal! So grateful for the tools that I have gathered from you, particularly with help understanding and working with my ADHD. Thank you!🙏🏼
I've been a daydreamer my whole life. Yes, it feels so good to drift off to a memory. It helps me get over anger and grudges as I often drift and see the good times had and just charge it all to an experience.
Love your content, Dr. Sasha. You're lovely and have helped me a lot. I know how stressed out you were before this Talk, but you nailed it. Even with a blooper. You rolled with it and made it better. You were funny, engaging, but also thought-provoking. It's also nice to know that my brain working like this is natural. Explains a lot. Also explains some of the experiences I've had. I've been struggling for weeks on a project managing information, and last night half tired and in a voice call with a friend, kind of bored and fiddling around, the default mode network just kind of bonked me over the head with "Hey, stop trying to do everything at once. You've got this set, this set, and that set. Compress each set first, then compress and combine." After that it was damn simple. Since then I've gotten that done easily and am much happier with the project. Some of my best ideas come out of daydreaming. I'm a writer, and scenes and snippets will just pop into my head and kick off entire books or movie ideas in my head. And of course, I write them down. This is really helpful and validating. Thank you so much.
Wow! I already know your insta content, but this is absolutly another level, no dimension! I love this long format deep diving in a topic with your brilliant and beautiful brain. So many insights! So fun to watch and learn. 🙏🤩
This works. I've been doing this over the last year and it works. I don't have ADHD. I use it to simulate creativity. I lay on the living floor for 45mins - 1hr, and let my brain run. It is a great technic.
Wonderful insight into how mindlessness can tap into untapped because most creative things in universe has always happened in Relaxed state of mind. A big thanks! for reinforcing this aspect.
This talk highlights how our constant pursuit of instant gratification and dopamine hits undermines our ability to focus by preventing us from experiencing boredom. Boredom allows the brain to reset and engage the default mode network, which is crucial for creativity and problem-solving. Embracing moments of mindlessness can recharge our focus, making us more productive and innovative. To enhance focus, we need to intentionally allow our minds to wander and escape the constant cycle of distractions.
Great Ted Talk!!! The Bible actually talks about observing rest after 6 days of work. We also need to observe it in a 24 hrs period of honoring when the day ends. I think we abuse our bodies and minds’ purpose (the way we have been created / designed) if we don’t observe “rest” or Sabbath.
"Allowed myself get bored" damn!! I think that's what we are not allowing ourselves these days, with social media, gadgets etc etc at our finger tips, that it has become a job to set us apart.
La CANTIDAD de ideas y conclusiones que despiertan en mi mente cuando viajo en bus de una ciudad a otra sin escuchar música o ver el teléfono es asombrosa y ahora tienen taaaaaanto sentido.
Yup, it's works because I am in this mode, currently enjoying my break. I'm doing nothing but resting and daydreaming, which helps me to reset my nervous system (I am also learning new things but not in rush) after complete burnout.
great talk! i really struggle with allowing myself to be bored, and i suppose part of that is because i couldn't see any benefit to it. might have to give it a proper try though!
Thanks for the Talk ❤️! I've been thinking about the power of simple habits to try to reduce load on the poor 🧠. I always feel like I'm being lazy (default) if I'm not mentally or physically engaged in something. I won't be watching Love Island because I got hooked on Too Hot to Handle 😅 kudos to the producers for making those series so damn addictive!!!
What a great talk! Thoroughly entertaining. I was able to finish watching it even unmedicated with ADHD!😅 I just got Dr. Sasha Hamdani’s book and I am excited to start and finish it ❤
Well such a great video for those who have various distractions like me. I agree with the part "quiet down" our brain, anyway, it's difficult to understand her example with phone and cell. What's the benefit of this action ? Can anyone explain for me, plz?
From trading experience, this "Default Mode Network" is described as Liquidity and it drives the market price to an important level. From that point on we reclaim our consciousness so does the market.
We need to solve each problem in various fields, but there is a problem now, namely that humans only care about their own interests, especially for several big figures, so what we need is a solution to the problem for the benefit of each individual in various fields and I don't know how.
Let me summarise in my own words: From time to time we get distracted and can't focus on our task anymore. Instead of trying to focus even harder and failing that, we should better take a break from the task. This could look like sitting there and daydreaming, meditating, taking a walk, take a shower,... All these activities require a minimum of focus because they are automatised. So our brain gets a break and our thoughts can play. Here is where new ideas are born thanks our creativity being able to flourish.
So basically break here means not to indulge in different stimulation like using phone.Her point is if you're not able to focus then don't try hard and let your mind wander and then get back to work again, right??
True, creativity and focus always happens by default when I'm walking or taking a long drive.
Thanks, This message is better than watching your half body moving through space for 15 minutes
You hit the nail on the head!
@@AgnisarmanNamboothirilol just speed it up to 1.5x
Do nothing is actually doing something when we can't focus on our task anymore. Thank you Dr.Hamdani!
Wow, I’m such a daydreamer and never thought it’s a good idea to let people know that I daydream and now to find out it actually helps my default mode, “my creativity!” Now to tap into it further with word associations to help me be mindlessness which further nurtures my default mode. That’s great! Thank you Dr Hamdani!!! 😊
I also always thought "This is not right. I need to focus. This is bad. I can't go into my head all the time or else I won't achieve what I want to." I always cursed myself for daydreaming ( though I didn't called it "daydreaming" but "fantasizing". Idk if it's a word or not ), going where my random thoughts leads me. Fantasizing about a world and going into other world from that world and on and on... until I become aware that I'm distracted.
But opening youtube and clicking on this video was also the result of those random thoughts. It's terrifying how little things can affects and plant ideas in our mind but on the other hand everything is the result of those small interactions with ourselves and the outer world.
Yin and yang come up in so many different areas I love seeing opposites juxtaposed in synergistic ways. “Doing nothing is actually doing something.” Exactly psychiatric queen.
Thank you for reminding us that boredom is ok! Reset with mindlessness so we can be mindful. Love it!
This is a groundbreaking Ted Talk! we’ve heard of sleep and exercise having benefits but intentional mind wandering and daydreaming can be the new prescription
Not a new prescription, but one that was buried with the access to instant entertainment. We are left with no need to think anymore, just consume information, no processing required
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Is this why I do my best creative thinking while driving on long road trips? It is true, we never give our brains a break to wander off. Good talk!
If you took the back roads, in a 5-speed manual, instead of the Interstate, you wouldn't have time to mentally wander. LOL
Love this!I hate mindfulness...it gives me anxiety...but Mindlessness makes absolute sense!Love it❤
Wow, that was a nice TED talk. I am very happy to hear that boredom is okay. Now, I do my work when I am bored. In total relaxation and boredom, I feel happiness.
Honestly what's really great is that she subtly told us to ditch distracting things and get bored. She appreciated what the distraction gave us, but we don't need to be distracted externally when we work best bring distracted internally
If a publicly traded company opts to outsource overseas to reduce expenses, it should begin by outsourcing the CEO position. By saving millions in this manner, the company can maintain the employment of numerous American workers. These employees, in turn, will contribute to the local economy in various ways.
Wow! I have been following you for at least a couple of years and I know how terrified you were about this, but you did an amazing job. I learned so much! I have really got to start letting myself be bored instead of chasing the dopamine 24/7. Who knows what I could achieve? I just didn’t realize that instead of trying to make myself come up with ideas, I need to sit and let them come to me.
i usually walk around thinking or practice speech while walking before studying. and it really help me to focused and get into studying
I've learnt a lot from this video. From what she shared, we don't need to feel guilty when we let our brain in the mindless mode sometimes because that's when we can get access to innovative ideas and explore more interesting aspects about ourselves. Thank you very much for sharing!
Sasha, so profound! My mindless mode set when I start praying. I am on auto mode and my mind wonders. Sometimes I lost track what rakat I am in. Thank you for this wonderful talk. ❤️
Assalam alaikum same problem 😅
Same here😅
I have been using this technique over the past few weeks, so surprising to see someone talking about it
I am a daydreamer and play absurd scenarios that bring me joy when day is looking gray. Loved your talk xx
Nice talk. Mental fatigue is not an ordinary problem. The speaker has shared a good technique to hopefully reduce the problem.
Day dream -> take micro mindless breaks -> get your brain fluids on track. 😊
Very good one.
You’ve convinced me to watch love island. And schedule in time for “boredom”. Loved it!
So grateful for all of the support you offer within your platform ❤
I don’t know where to start describing your genius Ted talk but first of all I was giggling because I was watching this with subs😂 I loved your example of that oatmeal brain while nursing, it was so relatable! Thank you for that dr Sasha. And I loved this idea of me giving in to my associative brain. It bloody geniusssssss❤️
Really loved this! Thank you for sharing Sasha!
Brilliant speaker. Thank you Dr. Hamdani!
I absolutely love her content! Especially as a female entrepreneur I ran into one of her Instagram posts, and I’ve been using her education and tips for years now. Great job!
love this one. great ted talk. she had my focus all the time. what a good speaker she is.
This is phenomenal. You are phenomenal! So grateful for the tools that I have gathered from you, particularly with help understanding and working with my ADHD. Thank you!🙏🏼
You are an excellent speaker!
Excited to try, thank you! You’re a great speaker!
I've been a daydreamer my whole life. Yes, it feels so good to drift off to a memory. It helps me get over anger and grudges as I often drift and see the good times had and just charge it all to an experience.
Following some tips from my brother turned into a decent win last month. Ever had a win that felt extra sweet because it came from a tip
Gonna need to watch this again later!
Love your content, Dr. Sasha. You're lovely and have helped me a lot. I know how stressed out you were before this Talk, but you nailed it. Even with a blooper. You rolled with it and made it better. You were funny, engaging, but also thought-provoking. It's also nice to know that my brain working like this is natural. Explains a lot. Also explains some of the experiences I've had.
I've been struggling for weeks on a project managing information, and last night half tired and in a voice call with a friend, kind of bored and fiddling around, the default mode network just kind of bonked me over the head with "Hey, stop trying to do everything at once. You've got this set, this set, and that set. Compress each set first, then compress and combine." After that it was damn simple.
Since then I've gotten that done easily and am much happier with the project. Some of my best ideas come out of daydreaming. I'm a writer, and scenes and snippets will just pop into my head and kick off entire books or movie ideas in my head. And of course, I write them down.
This is really helpful and validating. Thank you so much.
When I am too much stressed, I have noticed I won’t space out, because I know I space out very often and that actually relaxes my mind
This so explains why I do my best thinking while driving or in the shower!
Me too!!
Wow! I already know your insta content, but this is absolutly another level, no dimension! I love this long format deep diving in a topic with your brilliant and beautiful brain. So many insights! So fun to watch and learn. 🙏🤩
Such a good speaker!! Organized perfectly but also naturally flowing :)
This works. I've been doing this over the last year and it works. I don't have ADHD. I use it to simulate creativity. I lay on the living floor for 45mins - 1hr, and let my brain run. It is a great technic.
Such great points!!
Mindfulness 🤝 Mindlessness
wow! she is effortlessely charming and explained it so simply.
Wonderful insight into
how mindlessness can tap into
untapped because most creative things in universe has always happened in Relaxed state of mind.
A big thanks! for reinforcing this aspect.
An incredible presentation on how the mind works and credit to wandering away in thoughts.
I loved this!! Great job! 🤍🙂
wow, it actually worked on the first time i've tried it while I was watching this phenomenal video. Thanks to this trick!
all right
This talk highlights how our constant pursuit of instant gratification and dopamine hits undermines our ability to focus by preventing us from experiencing boredom. Boredom allows the brain to reset and engage the default mode network, which is crucial for creativity and problem-solving. Embracing moments of mindlessness can recharge our focus, making us more productive and innovative. To enhance focus, we need to intentionally allow our minds to wander and escape the constant cycle of distractions.
Great Ted Talk!!! The Bible actually talks about observing rest after 6 days of work. We also need to observe it in a 24 hrs period of honoring when the day ends. I think we abuse our bodies and minds’ purpose (the way we have been created / designed) if we don’t observe “rest” or Sabbath.
Fantastic! You were amazing and handled the moonwalk with supreme grace. 😊
Omg I love Dr Hamdani’s posts so much!! I’m so glad she’s getting this representation 👏🩷
it was more about creativity and coming up with ideas than about focus. but the content still had value in it.
Affirming, helpful, entertaining, brilliant, and applicable. Thank you!
"Allowed myself get bored" damn!! I think that's what we are not allowing ourselves these days, with social media, gadgets etc etc at our finger tips, that it has become a job to set us apart.
Oh this is lovely. Thank you!
This is incredible. Thank you for sharing.
I absolutely needed to hear this right now. social medis is literally destroying my creativity once I am addicted to the instant dopamine hit!
You did so good!!! 😊😊 Also, I need to show both my kids, this is important. Thank you!!!
Profound! I just love this…Dr Hamdani, you resonate with so many people. Thank you for your work and advocacy!
Great Ted Talk! I feel smarter just listening to it.
Amazing insight! Best Ted talk I've seen. Human, real, powerful.
Thank you for everything Dr Hamdani, you’re the best!
You have me excited to explore using mindlessness as an ND person myself and in my practice as a therapist. Thank you for sharing this!
i acknowlege that it is a good viewpoint
La CANTIDAD de ideas y conclusiones que despiertan en mi mente cuando viajo en bus de una ciudad a otra sin escuchar música o ver el teléfono es asombrosa y ahora tienen taaaaaanto sentido.
Dr. Hamdani is awesome with her mindlessness. Personally, I can't meditate; however, daydream from moment to moment.
Yup, it's works because I am in this mode, currently enjoying my break. I'm doing nothing but resting and daydreaming, which helps me to reset my nervous system (I am also learning new things but not in rush) after complete burnout.
This is awesome! Thank you for the tips!!
Thank you for the tips queen 👑
Grateful for you Sasha!! 🙏🏼❤️
Thank you for your beautiful thoughts ❤
great talk! i really struggle with allowing myself to be bored, and i suppose part of that is because i couldn't see any benefit to it. might have to give it a proper try though!
❤That helped me a lot I’m still processing it.
Wow, thanks for this talk ! I work a lot with digital things. So hard to focus until this video.
Thanks for the Talk ❤️! I've been thinking about the power of simple habits to try to reduce load on the poor 🧠. I always feel like I'm being lazy (default) if I'm not mentally or physically engaged in something. I won't be watching Love Island because I got hooked on Too Hot to Handle 😅 kudos to the producers for making those series so damn addictive!!!
Such a relatable speaker!
With Finch as an ambassador 4ra always feels more premium and reliable great vibes every time
What a great talk! Thoroughly entertaining. I was able to finish watching it even unmedicated with ADHD!😅
I just got Dr. Sasha Hamdani’s book and I am excited to start and finish it ❤
Your Storytelling is sooooo good! Love it!❤
Loved this! Thank you!
Fantastic job!
Funny and informative talk. Very well done sasha
Beautifly Done Dr. Hamdani! Now we need a prescription that actually permits and allows witin our society the time and space to be "bored".
Came for the moonwalk, stayed for the incredible insight 👏🏻😂 Amazing job!!
Having Aaron Finch at 4ra events brings a spark of trust and high-caliber sportsmanship
Nice video, ma'am. I really enjoyed it. This video clearly explains how we can improve our focus and reset our mindset.
Love this talk so much.
be purposeful in everything u do
Good speaker! Thanks for sharing!!
Sharing strategies with friends has really ramped up my betting game. Got any tactics you swear by
Very educative and relatable talk. Thank you
You did great!
Great talk, and very interesting insights.
Great infomation,thanks!
Great info, thanks. It actually a basis of the Freud psychoanalysis, which got new neuroscientific background.
I got 2 questions:
1.What should we day dream about?
2.For a Maladaptive Daydreamer , is this applicable?
Great job Dr. Hamdani!
Well such a great video for those who have various distractions like me. I agree with the part "quiet down" our brain, anyway, it's difficult to understand her example with phone and cell. What's the benefit of this action ? Can anyone explain for me, plz?
best line: aim here is to use mindlessness as a way of becoming more mindful. feels so good. yet is it is a question, on.
I love this idea!!
From trading experience, this "Default Mode Network" is described as Liquidity and it drives the market price to an important level. From that point on we reclaim our consciousness so does the market.
I'm mostly into roulette; the vibe feels just like a real casino. Got any favorites when it comes to table games
We need to solve each problem in various fields, but there is a problem now, namely that humans only care about their own interests, especially for several big figures, so what we need is a solution to the problem for the benefit of each individual in various fields and I don't know how.
This a life changing talk... So the way it's follow the current for a bit
Aww what a lovely presentation 😊
❤love this! Thank you ❤