Do the mindfulness meditation studies differentiate between “paying attention to paying attention” and simply paying attention? I think having ballet or martial arts practice as a control group would be more interesting than having a “let’s relax” control group.
In addition to kalla724′s comment, I would suggest checking out something called ’the alexander technique.” In short, yes if you pay attention to paying attention you can refine that capacity.
I have yet to come across a satisfactory explanation of the Alexander technique. I also can’t find any free resources. Almost all advice is just “go and see a practitioner”. Would you happen to know of any online resources?
So if I pay attention to paying attention will I get better at paying attention?
Consider the last paragraph of the text again, then meditate on what mindfulness meditation does along these lines. :)
Do the mindfulness meditation studies differentiate between “paying attention to paying attention” and simply paying attention? I think having ballet or martial arts practice as a control group would be more interesting than having a “let’s relax” control group.
http://lesswrong.com/lw/blr/attention_control_is_critical_for/6frz How to learn how to meditate properly
In short: Yes, you will. This is how to accomplish that goal quickly and efficiently.
In addition to kalla724′s comment, I would suggest checking out something called ’the alexander technique.” In short, yes if you pay attention to paying attention you can refine that capacity.
I have yet to come across a satisfactory explanation of the Alexander technique. I also can’t find any free resources. Almost all advice is just “go and see a practitioner”. Would you happen to know of any online resources?
The Alexander technique claims your attention consists of 2 layers,
your awareness, everything you pay some attention to
your focus, the main chunk of you attention
Attention control is about choosing your focus in the space of awareness. The Alexander technique is about controlling your awareness space.
https://expandingawareness.org/blog/what-is-the-alexander-technique
Becoming aware of for example, tension in your muscles can help improve posture.
https://www.johnnichollsat.com/2011/02/27/explaining-the-at-1/
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