THE HERE AND NOW HABIT

Neuroscientific research shows mindfulness facilitates positive changes in the brain and nervous system. The exercises in this book will help readers eliminate

The Here-and-Now-Habit provides proven-effective techniques to help readers stop existing on autopilot and start living in the present. They'll learn how to cultivate mindfulness to calm and focus the mind, be aware
of thoughts without identifying with them or believing they're true, deal with difficult emotions, and clarify their own intentions regarding unhealthy habits. By learning to pay attention to thoughts and actions in the moment,
readers will discover how to let go of old patterns and create healthier ways of living that will make them feel good about themselves by asking themselves, What do I want? How important is it to me to make this change?

Hugh G. Byrne, PhD, is a guiding teacher with the Insight Meditation Community of Washington, and cofounder of the Mindfulness Training Institute of Washington. He is committed to advocating the benefits of
mindfulness, and teaches classes, retreats, and workshops in the US and internationally. Byrne resides in Silver Spring, MD.